[s2e23] The Manchurian Dinner Date -

The episode centers on Eddie Huang as he prepares for the daunting task of introducing his girlfriend, , to his mother, Jessica Huang .

: As valedictorian of his elementary school, Emery Huang seeks help from Louis to craft an impactful speech. Louis advises him to use emotional manipulation, like tearing up a prepared speech to appear "impromptu," though Emery ultimately chooses a more sincere approach. [S2E23] The Manchurian Dinner Date

is the 23rd episode of the second season of the ABC comedy Fresh Off the Boat, which originally aired on 17 May 2016. The episode's title is a direct reference to the political thriller The Manchurian Candidate . Plot Summary The episode centers on Eddie Huang as he

: During Emery’s graduation, Jessica admits she dislikes Eddie's "girlfriend" (Audrey) because she seems too perfect and robotic. This honesty allows Eddie to reveal the real Alison, whom Jessica surprisingly finds herself liking for her genuine personality. is the 23rd episode of the second season

: Fearing Jessica will only approve of a Chinese girlfriend, Eddie and Alison devise a plan where a Chinese friend from the orchestra, Audrey , pretends to be Alison. Audrey perfectly embodies the "ideal" girlfriend Jessica envisions—smart, respectful, and Chinese—leading Jessica to quickly grow fond of her.