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the ‘searching for’ series


10 YEARS #2 | Aleppo Sandwich Pt 2 (Update)

A famous sandwich shop in Aleppo, Syria, played a key role in changing Shadi Martini's life forever. We conclude our quest to find out whether it survived the Syrian civil war, and we bring you a brand new update.

10 YEARS #1 | Aleppo Sandwich Pt 1

Before Aleppo became an international symbol for the the devastation of the Syrian civil war, it was Syria's food capital. Today we go on a quest to find out whether a beloved sandwich shop has survived the conflict.

Searching For The Donut King Pt. 2

After months of searching, we finally meet "the Donut King" and learn what happened to him. He's returned to the Cambodian community seeking redemption. But will he find it?

Searching For The Donut King Pt. 1

After escaping Cambodia's "Killing Fields," Ted Ngoy built a donut empire in California. Then he lost it all, and disappeared. This week we're searching for the Donut King -- and his legacy.

Searching For The Aleppo Sandwich Pt. 2

A famous sandwich shop in Aleppo, Syria, played a key role in changing Shadi Martini's life forever. We conclude our quest to find out whether it survived the Syrian Civil War.

Searching For The Aleppo Sandwich Pt. 1

Before Aleppo became famous for fighting, it was famous for food. This week we go on a quest to find out whether a beloved sandwich shop has survived the Syrian Civil War.