Awkwafina: The unlikely chef explores a culinary heritage on Apple TV

In Awkwafina: The Unlikely Chef, Nora Lum, aka Awkwafina, sets out to trace the Chinese cuisine that holds a special place in her family history. The British documentary series is slated to land on Apple TV on November 6, 2026, as part of the platform’s subscription.

The starting point hinges on a mismatch: the actress comes from a family connected to the restaurant trade, yet she can’t cook. Her culinary journey is meant to help her reconnect with that heritage through hands-on practice. Cooking thus becomes the through-line of a personal story, beyond just discovering recipes.

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Awkwafina headlines the show and also serves as an executive producer. David Brindley, Itay Reiss, and Caroline Davies are among the other executive producers. The French entry labels the series as documentary and travel, with a 10+ age rating.

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