Every meal tells a tale—one filled with memories and cultural significance. With a rich history of 137 years of inspiring storytelling, National Geographic brings you its latest culinary docuseries, No Taste Like Home with Antoni Porowski. Premiering on February 24th, airing Mondays at 7 PM on the National Geographic Channel, this delightful series features culinary expert and Emmy® Award-winning star of Queer Eye, Antoni Porowski. Audiences will embark on emotional journeys with Porowski and celebrity guests as they explore their ancestral culinary roots, unveiling the deep connection between family traditions, food, and identity.
Series Concept & Journey
Traveling from the lively streets of Italy to the lush jungles of Borneo, each episode dives into the cultural stories behind treasured family recipes. Guided by Porowski, celebrity guests set out on heartfelt explorations that uncover how food traditions have influenced their identities across generations. The star-studded lineup includes Emmy-winning actress Awkwafina (A Real Bug’s Life), SAG-nominated actor Henry Golding (Crazy Rich Asians), Emmy-nominated actor James Marsden (Paradise), Academy Award®-nominated actress Florence Pugh (Dune: Part Two), Emmy-nominated actress Issa Rae (Insecure), and Emmy-winning actor Justin Theroux (The Leftovers). Together, they embark on journeys that beautifully blend culture, flavor, and personal discovery.
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Antoni Porowski’s Vision
“It’s a beautiful adventure to discover our past through the great connector that is food,” shares Antoni Porowski. “I’m honored to embark on this journey of self-discovery with both old and new friends. With National Geographic by my side, we’ll explore how different cultures celebrate food and experience their unique traditions.”
Episode Highlights
Each episode reveals personal and cultural stories behind meaningful family dishes. Guests reconnect with their heritage by sharing meals, learning family stories, and immersing themselves in local traditions:
- James Marsden’s German Dish Up (Premieres February 24th)
Antoni and James trace the roots of his family’s chicken fried steak from Texas to Germany. Their adventure takes them from dining with royalty to climbing the Bavarian Alps, uncovering dramatic secrets from Marsden’s ancestry. - Justin Theroux’s Italian Quest (Premieres March 3rd)
On a culinary journey across Italy, Antoni and Justin dive into the origins of a cherished family pasta dish. Their travels reveal surprising family history, from chasing chickens to clam harvesting. - Awkwafina’s Korean Homecoming (Premieres March 10th)
To help Awkwafina reconnect with her late mother’s South Korean heritage, Antoni leads her through emotional culinary experiences that deepen her understanding of her family’s past. - Henry Golding’s Malaysian Adventure (Premieres March 17th)
Antoni accompanies Henry on a trip to Borneo, where they delve into his mother’s Iban heritage. Cooking with family and locals, Henry gains profound insights into his lineage and the oral storytelling traditions of his ancestors. - Florence Pugh’s English Odyssey (Premieres March 24th)
Exploring her culinary roots, Florence travels with Antoni through Oxford, the Yorkshire coast, and London. Along the way, she uncovers stories of her ancestors whose passion for food left a lasting legacy. - Issa Rae’s Senegalese Royal Roots (Premieres March 31st)
Antoni takes Issa to Senegal, where they explore her royal family heritage and uncover powerful stories of ancestral women, offering her a deeper connection to her lineage.
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Production & Creative Team
No Taste Like Home with Antoni Porowski is produced by Studio Ramsay Global, continuing the successful collaboration between Gordon Ramsay’s production company and National Geographic. This partnership also produced the acclaimed Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted series.
Porowski serves as an executive producer alongside Gordon Ramsay and Lisa Edwards, with Robin O’Sullivan as the showrunner and Jill Greenwood overseeing production. Directors include Leo McRea, Jenny Dames, and Graeme Hart. For National Geographic, the production team features Betsy Forhan as executive producer, Charlie Parsons as SVP of Development, Bengt Anderson as SVP of Unscripted Production, and Tom McDonald as EVP of Global Factual and Unscripted Content.
Conclusion
No Taste Like Home with Antoni Porowski is more than just a culinary docuseries—it’s a heartfelt exploration of heritage, identity, and the deep connections forged through food. With unforgettable journeys, emotional discoveries, and rich cultural traditions, each episode celebrates the universal power of shared meals and family recipes. As Porowski and his celebrity guests uncover the stories behind beloved dishes, viewers are invited to experience the beauty of cultural heritage and the profound ties that connect us all across generations. Prepare for a flavorful adventure that serves up not just food, but the essence of home.
