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Join world-renowned chef Jose Andres on an exploration of the most unknown - and some say, the most beautiful - country in the Caribbean. While most Americans know Haiti only through its disasters (earthquake, hurricane, poverty), Jose explores the UNDISCOVERED HAITI. As a chef and humanitarian, Jose is convinced we can change the world through the power of food, and understand a culture by exploring what, when and how its people eat.

Jose experiences the authentic traditions and rituals of Haiti, from making cassava bread to midnight gatherings with vodou priests. He dives deep into Haiti's natural beauty, taking you to ancient waterfalls and untouched coastlines. He hunts for land crabs and mythical mushrooms in its lush forests, and tastes local specialties on the bustling streets of Port-Au-Prince. We learn the history behind Haiti's incredible historic sites like the Citadel and tour a 150-year-old rum factory.

Friends such as former President Bill Clinton and chef Mario Batali even join Jose along the way.

In the spirit of both adventure and exploration, UNDISCOVERED HAITI follows Jose into the heart of this mysterious island; through its unique cuisine we discover the history and culture - and see into the future - of a proud and rarely understood people.

Running Time

56 mins

Year

2015

Kanopy ID

1233579

Filmmakers

Nathan Mook, Pamela Caragol, Philip Lerman

Features

José Andrés

Languages

English

Subjects

Documentaries > Politics & Current Affairs

Instructional Films and Lessons > Travel & Tourism

Global Studies & Languages > Latin American Studies

Movies > TV Series

Documentaries

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Documentary Educational Resources

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Documentary Educational Resources

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Documentary Educational Resources

A frank look at a largely unexplored area, Of Men And Gods examines the daily existence of several Haitian men who are openly gay. Prevalent, yet still taboo, homosexuality and gay culture are allowed to flourish within the context of Haiti's Vodou religion. As "children of the gods," the men…

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Green Planet Films

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Documentary Educational Resources

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Documentary Educational Resources

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Green Planet Films

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