What do we eat—and why do we eat?
Buddha’s Table is a food documentary exploring the wisdom and philosophy behind Buddhist culinary traditions across Asia.
From India, the birthplace of Buddhism, to Japan’s refined shojin ryori, Taiwan’s vibrant vegetarian culture, and Korea’s centuries-old temple cuisine, filmmaker Lee Uk-jung journeys through temples and kitchens to discover not only what Buddhist practitioners eat, but how and why they eat.
Through humble meals, ancient traditions, fermentation, and a deep respect for nature and life, each table reveals a different way of living.
In a world of endless consumption, Buddha’s Table asks one simple question:
What does it truly mean to eat well?