Now Streaming on CBC Gem and TELUS Optik TV channel 8
Our Ocean Table is a three-part docuseries hosted by marine biologist-turned-filmmaker Sonya Lee and journalist Hannah Sung as they explore how iconic Korean seafood dishes —from spot prawn soondubu to seaweed soup — connect culture, identity, and ocean conservation. Traveling across western Canada, they meet sustainable harvesters, scientists, and chefs uncovering the deep links between what we eat and ocean health.
Leaving Familiar Shores
Sonya and Hannah trace the roots of Korea’s beloved spicy soft tofu stew from a spot prawn boat to a Vancouver Island kitchen. Along the way, they explore how food is both a cultural anchor and a powerful entry point into ocean conservation.
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