’Flavorful Origins’ trailer: ’Nanpie’

The people of Yunnan have always been courageous and wise when it comes to discovering the flavors of nature. Nanpie, the name in local Dai dialect for a sauce-like dish made with fresh ingredients and spices, is one such creation. In Dehong autonomous prefecture of Yunnan province, where more than a million people of the Dai ethnic group reside, the tool for making nanpie is a must-have staple in every family. The method of mashing and mixing different flavors may seem simple, but it can yield a seemingly