Meet Jian, a second-year student at the University of Waterloo studying Environmental Science. Hailing from a vibrant food culture in Chengdu, Jian often craves the spicy and bold flavors of home. In between his classes and co-op interviews, he finds solace in cooking traditional dishes like 水煮肉片 (sichuan boiled pork slices), using it as a way to connect with his roots and share his culture with friends on campus.