In this episode, discover the extraordinary story of Deborah VanTrece, an African-American lesbian chef reinventing Soul Food. After 10 years traveling the world as a flight attendant, VanTrece embraced her talent for cooking to create her very own cuisine: International Soul Food. Explore former slave plantations in the American South to learn about the origins of Soul Food and observe how VanTrece interprets its classics, from fried chicken to collard greens and mac and cheese.

This episode shares the inspiring story of Yumi Chiba, one of the rare female Sushi Masters in Japan. Discover how Chiba turned a traditional cooking technique into a source of self-expression and solace that helped her overcome cancer and defeat prejudice in the sushi industry. From Mount Fuji to wasabi fields, explore the rich culture and roots of her signature dish: traditional Edomae sushi plates.

In this episode, discover the incredible story of Hélène Darroze, one of the rare women to earn the highest culinary distinction: Three Michelin Stars. Learn about her rise to the pinnacle of gastronomy, from her beginnings in a family-owned restaurant in the South of France to her own starred restaurants in London and Paris. From caviar to foie gras, watch her creations combine highly refined products with the most advanced culinary techniques in the world.