Counter Space

Sezon 2

These days, food is news. Amid the throes of a global pandemic and a changing climate, Sophia Roe uses food as a lens to explore our changing world. Counter Space is an experiential journey through culinary news, trends and innovations.

Where to Watch Counter Space • Sezon 2

12 Episodes

WTF is Breakfast?
E1
WTF is Breakfast?We get up extra early for the unique flavors of Thailand, as Sophia creates a bacon egg and cheese pop tart.
Chinatowns
E2
ChinatownsChina's recent wealth is re-imagining Chinatowns worldwide as Sophia pays tribute to Buwei Yang Chao with a classic recipe.
Wild Pantry
E3
Wild PantryHunters in Appalachia use wild game to address food access as Sophia cooks duck gumbo at the New York's Soul Fire Farm.
Food Guards
E4
Food GuardsResearchers in the Netherlands are creating a better banana as Sophia makes chow chow on a bunless burger.
Agave Forever
E5
Agave ForeverThe mezcal boom has made sustainability a crucial part of Mexico's recipe, and actor/entrepreneur Eva Longoria explains why business is a key ingredient.
Thanks, Honey
E6
Thanks, HoneyClimate change threatens a way of life for Turkish honey producers as Sophia elevates popcorn shrimp with something extra sweet.
Vitamin Sea
E7
Vitamin SeaNomadic sea tribes in Malaysia unlock the power of seaweed as Sophia uses it to make a Semifredo with Furikake crumble.
Faux Real
E8
Faux RealAn old taste for plant-based meats is back on the menu in China and Sophia grills up a convincing take on shawarma.
Chocolate Reign
E9
Chocolate ReignA new generation reclaims Ghanian chocolate, and Sophia makes a hand-cut chocolate pasta with a bacon cream sauce.
Meals Served
E10
Meals ServedA prison in Maine has a solution to the problem of unhealthy food in prisons as Sophia pays homage to instant ramen.
Jamaican Roots
E11
Jamaican RootsWe explore the roots of veganism in Jamaica's Rastafarian community while Sophia makes grilled cheese on ube bread.
Taste Makers
E12
Taste MakersScience and senses collide in the food labs of the Netherlands and Sophia creates a savory gravy and braciole.