Below majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain lies a gem of a town called Lijiang. Martin explores the town on foot and samples some of the local peoples' best breakfast dishes in the great outdoors. Next he meets Mr. Li, the curator of the local museum, who is an expert on the Dongba civilization. Wishing to experience local customs, Martin accepts an invitation to attend a wake honoring Mr. Li's departed mother. At the funeral, family, friends and neighbors practice native memorial rituals and bring offerings. Everyone joins in a special ceremonial meal, in which a specific number of offering dishes must be presented.