Set in Chang'an, today's Xi'an and capital of Shaanxi province, during the heyday of the Tang Dynasty (618-907), The Longest Day in Chang'an depicts the events of a single day divided into 12 periods according to the traditional Chinese zodiac.[Photo provided to China Daily]

The report, drawing on statistics from online food delivery platform Ele.me, says that the online orders in Beijing of water basin mutton, a typical Shaanxi dish that appears in the show, have already enjoyed a surge in popularity.

Starting from July, the show has also been launched as paid content on several overseas streaming platforms, including YouTube, Amazon Prime and Viki.

On Amazon US, one of the top reviews by user Nathan L. says the show is very well executed: "The details put in as well as the professionalism of the crew are superb."

The show now has a rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars on the streaming platform, with viewers pleading for more episodes and complete set of subtitles in both English and Chinese.