Hidden Flavors
Series Overview
A web documentary miniseries that travels through various regions of Ecuador to present a gastronomic tour of little-known "exotic" dishes. Each episode delves into the lives of traditional cooks, mothers, street vendors, and local communities as they prepare ancestral recipes steeped in history, emotion, and cultural roots. Beyond showcasing ingredients and techniques, the series addresses the clash between tradition and prejudice, questioning how to keep alive culinary practices that have been marginalized. Its aim is to rescue, dignify, and bring visibility to these dishes, inviting viewers to reflect sensorially, empathetically, and critically on the cultural and human richness they represent.
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Broadcast Syndication
1 Season • 1 Episodes
12 min per episode
2026 – Present
Premiered: 30/09/2026
Borys Soriano C.Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 1: “Episode 1”
As night falls in the working-class neighborhoods and street corners of Guayaquil, the smoke and aroma of tripe grilled over charcoal transform the urban landscape into hubs of social interaction. This chapter explores the daily lives of the families and street cooks who drive the city's nighttime economy, facing hygiene-related stigmas, a lack of regulated spaces, and the ongoing debate about formal employment. The episode concludes with an open ending, reflecting on how this street food reinforces Guayaquil's identity and forges community bonds amidst the city's challenges.
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Cast & Creators
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Borys Soriano C.
Borys Soriano C., Tobias Rivadeneira
Fede Swett
Gaby Tibán
Tobias Rivadeneira
Department Leadership Roster
Borys Soriano C.
Writer
Borys Soriano C.
Director
Fede Swett
Director of Photography
Tobias Rivadeneira
Producer
Gaby Tibán
Editor
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What is Hidden Flavors about?
A web documentary miniseries that travels through various regions of Ecuador to present a gastronomic tour of little-known "exotic" dishes. Each episode delves into the lives of traditional cooks, mothers, street vendors, and local communities as they prepare ancestral recipes steeped in history, emotion, and cultural roots. Beyond showcasing ingredients and techniques, the series addresses the clash between tradition and prejudice, questioning how to keep alive culinary practices that have been marginalized. Its aim is to rescue, dignify, and bring visibility to these dishes, inviting viewers to reflect sensorially, empathetically, and critically on the cultural and human richness they represent.
How many seasons does Hidden Flavors have?
Hidden Flavors comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Hidden Flavors?
Key cast members in Hidden Flavors include Maria Rosa Zumba, Fabiola del Carmen, Christopher Wilson, Maicol R, Jose Salvador.
Who created or directed Hidden Flavors?
Hidden Flavors was developed and directed by Borys Soriano C..