NOVA (1974)

Episode Overview

NOVA explores the intriguing world of insect cuisine, highlighting everything from crispy crickets to flavorful fly larvae and their potential advantages for our health and the environment. Traveling from Thailand to Texas, the program showcases insect farmers demonstrating how these small creatures serve as a sustainable substitute for beef protein, offering superior nutritional benefits compared to premium cuts of steak. However, the question remains: can Americans conquer their aversion and embrace the culinary traditions found in many cultures that relish insect delicacies?