Taking a wok on the wine side

For the first time viewers will be able to tap into the effervescent host's deep understanding of wine and how it can accompany Chinese cuisine in an entertaining and accessible format.

The 14-episode show was released on Youku on Dec 26, followed by additional distributions via other online video platforms, including iQiyi, Tencent, Bilibili and Dianping. With two versions in English and Chinese, the program focuses on the cuisines of different regions of China.

"I wanted to share my knowledge of wine and viniculture with consumers alongside the wonderful and diverse world of Chinese cuisine with my friends from outside China," says Walker.

Born in Malaysia, Walker was brought up in Hong Kong and Vancouver, before moving to the United Kingdom to study. As she was growing up, Walker developed her understanding of Chinese cuisine and wine simultaneously, as her mother is Chinese and father is from the UK.

"When I was young, we had a glass of wine with every Chinese meal, because my father opened a bottle of wine every day. I think wine is a natural pairing for Chinese food," says Walker.