About Taste the Nation with Padma Lakshmi

"Taste the Nation with Padma Lakshmi" is a TV series released in 2020. It's a Hulu original and hosted by well-known author, actress, model, television host, and executive producer Padma Lakshmi. The show explores the rich and diverse food culture of various immigrant groups in the United States, thereby adding a unique spin to the typical food and travel show. Padma embarks on a culinary journey across America, where she breaks bread with diverse communities to explore the roots and relationship between our food, our humanity, and our history.

Making / Production

The series is produced by Part2 Pictures. Each episode is crafted to delve into a different immigrant community or food. The show is not just about food but takes a deep dive into how food is ingrained in culture and identity. Padma uses food as a vehicle to highlight and appreciate the nuanced history and impact of immigrant cultures on American cuisine and society.

Actors

• Padma Lakshmi. Apart from her successful culinary career, Padma is renowned for hosting the Emmy award-winning series, "Top Chef." In "Taste the Nation," she wears multiple hats as the host, creator, and executive producer, seamlessly guiding viewers through a gastronomic and cultural journey.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Unlike many other food series, "Taste the Nation" explicitly explores and puts the spotlight on immigrant cuisines in America- quite a political stance in a climate of heightened immigration debate.
• In each location, Padma not only tastes the food but also gets hands-on, actively cooking, and learning the unique culinary techniques intrinsic to each culture.

Awards

As of now, the series hasn't won any awards but has gained significant recognition and praise for showcasing the rich tapestry of immigrant experiences and cuisines in America.

Quotes

• "America is a gumbo, it's a mishmash of so many different things" - Padma Lakshmi.
• "What makes American food, American? It's the people who love to cook" - Padma Lakshmi.

Music, Soundtrack

• The inviting and soothing background score in "Taste the Nation" is a work by Jeff T. Byrd. The music complements the show’s theme perfectly - subtle enough to let the narratives shine, yet distinctive enough to augment the viewing experience.