Dream Cuisine (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2003, Dream Cuisine is a documentary film directed by Li Ying, running about 134 minutes.
What it’s about. Japanese filmmaker Li Ying directs the documentary Aji (Dream Cuisine), a portrait of master chef Hatsue Sato. In her late seventies, Hatsue is one of the last chefs who honor the traditional cooking style of China's Shandong province. She and her husband, Koroku, run a restaurant in Tokyo, but she really wants to move back to China where she was born. The filmmakers follow her to Shandong, where she does a television interview and meets culinary college president Liu Gwangwei. When the modern chef can't seem follow her old-fashioned recipes right, she decides to stay in China and cook them herself. However, husband Koroku doesn't want to change his location.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Dream Cuisine has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dream Cuisine page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dream Cuisine (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dream Cuisine change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dream Cuisine worth watching?
- Dream Cuisine holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Dream Cuisine released?
- Dream Cuisine was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 134 minutes.