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Season TwoLuke Nguyen, acclaimed owner and chef of Sydney restaurant Red Lantern, returns to the country of his heritage – this time to take a culinary journey through the northern regions of Vietnam. Starting in Hue, Luke travels through the country’s spectacular northern countryside, visiting the natural wonders of Ha Long Bay; stopping at the bustling and French-inspired Hanoi; and making his way to the beautiful mountains of Sapa. Along the way, he prepares dishes in locations that represent an authentic Vietnam – in all its chaotic vibrancy.For more info:http://www.sbs.com.au/shows/lukenguyen/watchonline/page/i/1/h/Home/Episode 1:Air Date: 2 December 2010 7:30 PMIn the first episode of Luke Nguyen’s Vietnam, Luke explores the food and culture of Hue, home to the ruling Emperors of the 17th century in central Vietnam.Episode 2:Air Date: 9 December 2010 7:30 PMIn Episode 2 of Luke Nguyen’s Vietnam, Luke travels to rural Vinh to explore the vibrant market lifestyle and prepare regional dishes for the local people.Episode 3:Air Date: 16 December 2010 7:30 PMLuke’s journey continues to the mysterious and serene Ninh Binh, and cooking snails, pork neck and goat in some of the most beautiful scenery Vietnam has to offer.Episode 4:Air Date: 23 December 2010 7:30 PMLuke reaches the bustling city of Hanoi to discover its old charm, strong French influence and a very vibrant street-food scene.Episode 5:Air Date: 30 December 2010 7:30 PMLuke ventures to greater Hanoi and learns how to make rice paper and pork terrine. He roasts a duck roadside and demonstrates a Vietnamese favourite, Pho Bo.Episode 6:Air Date: 6 January 2011 7:30 PMLuke leaves the hustle and bustle of Hanoi behind for the mystical mountains of Sapa to cook in the clouds.Episode 7:  (Note: Episode 7 starts with SBS advert.)Air Date: 13 January 2011 7:30 PMContinuing in Sapa, Luke ventures beyond the main town and visits the local villages where he delves into some rich local traditions.Episode 8:Air Date: 20 January 2011 7:30 PMHeading further north to Bac Ha, Luke visits the busy weekend tourist markets and explores the local surrounds, learning to make his own rice wine.Episode 9:Air Date: 27 January 2011 7:30 PMAboard a large Vietnamese junk boat, Luke floats through the serene beauties of one of the world’s natural wonders, Ha Long Bay.Episode 10:Air Date: 3 February 2011 7:30 PMIn this last episode of Luke Nguyen’s Vietnam, Luke immerses himself in Mai Chau, eating, drinking and dancing with the local white Thai people.