Why We Eat: Chow Mein

Lucas Sin, chef of Nice Day Chinese and Junzi Kitchen, breaks down the history and evolution of a classic Chinese-American dish: Chow Mein. In this episode of Why We Eat, Lucas explores the migratory patterns of Chinese-Americans as well as regional cooking practices to trace the growth and popularity of this iconic pan-fried noodle dish.

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