The Country's Best Food
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See Episode GuideKanazawa
Andrew introduces Kanazawa, Japan, a modern city filled with deep traditions. From regionally fished Kano crab to sushi built using aged rice and fresh seafood, he explores tantalizing eats that are unspoiled by international tourism.
Genoa
Andrew takes a look at the inventive and time-honored eats of Genoa, Italy. A stunning location bursting with vibrant herbs and ancient technique, Genoa is in one of Italy's smallest regions, but is home to big-league favorites like peasant-created seafood salad, pesto with pasta, and crispy, decadent flatbread.
Tuscany
Andrew explores the cuisine of Tuscany, Italy, which is rooted in the tradition of "cucina povera" or food made with local, high quality ingredients. Andrew highlights Tuscan specialties like small-batch extra virgin olive oil, spicy fish stew served over crusty bread, chickpea pancakes and whole fish simmered quickly in spicy tomato sauce.
North Carolina's Triangle
Andrew digs into Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill -- three tasty cities that make up North Carolina's Triangle. A hub for higher education with a booming tech industry, this region is home to a blossoming food scene, bursting with southern charm and signature barbecue.
El Paso
Andrew Zimmern is in El Paso, where Texas meets Mexico on the border as well as in the kitchen. The city is filled to the brim of its 10-gallon hat with Tex-Mex cuisine as well as Mexican classics. From traditional fajitas and menudo to rolled tacos and entomatadas, El Paso's take on the enchilada, Andrew explores the restaurants and dishes that the locals love.
Santa Fe
Andrew explores Santa Fe, NM, a town intent on preserving its storied culture. Native American, Spanish and Mexican traditions converge to form mouthwatering dishes like slow-roasted carne adovada, chile rellenos and light-as-air sopapillas.
Chicago Neighborhoods
Andrew Zimmern explores the neighborhoods that make Chicago a culinary treasure trove. From handcrafted burgers in the West Loop to street-style tacos in Wicker Park and barbecue chicken served up in Bronzeville, Chicago restaurants are raising the bar with an endless number of delicious destinations.
Fez
Andrew Zimmern travels to the colorful and chaotic Moroccan city of Fez. Considered Morocco's spiritual and cultural capital, the city's cuisine is infused with flavors from the indigenous Berbers, Arabs, Andalusians from Southern Spain, and a significant Jewish population. Fez is the perfect place to experience North African foods like tagine-cooked meats, pastille, zaalouk, bessara and brouchettes.
Kyoto
Andrew Zimmern explores the elaborate feasts, home-cooked comfort food, sushi and confections of Kyoto, Japan. From the artistic multi-course dining experience known as Kaiseki, to the everyday humble comfort foods called Obanzai, Andrew eats some of Japan's oldest culinary traditions.
Frankfurt
Andrew takes a look at the hearty, simple and filling dishes of Frankfurt, Germany. Steeped in tradition and down-to-earth ingredients, Frankfurt's gastronomy showcases the city's regal history and lush natural resources. Andrew samples everything from the classic frankfurter and apple wine to pork shoulder with sauerkraut and hand cheese with music.
Porto
Andrew explores the classic comfort foods and modern recipes of Porto, Portugal, including salted and dried cod baked into a creamy casserole, white bean and tripe stew, octopus rice, sponge cake and Port wine. Known as the "City of Bridges" for its breathtaking views of the Douro river, Porto was a major port city during the age of discovery and today is known for its refined beauty.
Hollywood
Andrew Zimmern explores legendary hotspots and diverse culinary treasures in Hollywood, California. He highlights classic steak and martinis, Thai steamed whole fish, Armenian flatbread topped with minced beef and Persian ice cream.
Bay Area
California's East Bay area is a thriving multi-ethnic community. Andrew Zimmern highlights the culinary hot spots where Chinese Dim Sum, Indian Pani Puri, American Soul food and Mexican tacos are being served up in traditional style.
Veracruz
Andrew discovers the taste of Veracruz, Mexico, by sampling Arroz a la tumbada, which includes a whole boiled octopus! Then he enjoys traditional favorites like chile relleno, picaditas and a towering seafood cocktail known as Vuelve A La Vida.
Budapest
Andrew travels to Budapest, Hungry, to showcase this ancient city's most beloved foods. From classic stuffed cabbage and rich goulash to the mouthwatering Transylvania chimney cake and a decadent sponge cake trifle, Hungary's capital city is loaded with comforting dishes.
Seoul
Andrew Zimmern highlights Seoul's dynastic dining icons. From spicy stews to cure a hangover and icy buckwheat noodles to beat the heat to sweet beef and spicy fermented cabbage, Seoul cuisine is tradition with a tasty kick.
Sydney
From tender kangaroo to light, delicate Pavlova, Andrew Zimmern highlights the sweet and savory dishes of Sydney, Australia. Modern twists to old classics make hearty meat pies, rich Sunday Roasts and sweet Moreton Bay Bugs crowd pleasers.
Veracruz
Andrew discovers the taste of Veracruz, Mexico, by sampling Arroz a la tumbada, which includes a whole boiled octopus! Then he enjoys traditional favorites like chile relleno, picaditas and a towering seafood cocktail known as Vuelve A La Vida.
Budapest
Andrew travels to Budapest, Hungry, to showcase this ancient city's most beloved foods. From classic stuffed cabbage and rich goulash to the mouthwatering Transylvania chimney cake and a decadent sponge cake trifle, Hungary's capital city is loaded with comforting dishes.
Seoul
Andrew Zimmern highlights Seoul's dynastic dining icons. From spicy stews to cure a hangover and icy buckwheat noodles to beat the heat to sweet beef and spicy fermented cabbage, Seoul cuisine is tradition with a tasty kick.
Sydney
From tender kangaroo to light, delicate Pavlova, Andrew Zimmern highlights the sweet and savory dishes of Sydney, Australia. Modern twists to old classics make hearty meat pies, rich Sunday Roasts and sweet Moreton Bay Bugs crowd pleasers.
Palm Springs
Andrew spotlights the glamorous desert oasis of Palm Springs, CA. The sunny resort city features new and iconic eateries serving up dishes like grilled rib eye and composed bone marrow butter, the popular reuben stacker and the classic date milkshake.
Oklahoma City
Andrew Zimmern shares the best of Oklahoma City and the stick-to-your-ribs fare that locals have been enjoying for generations. OKC's cattle-ranching roots run deep, and locals love their beef. There's prime T-bone steaks, chicken fried steaks and burger patties mashed with a heaping helping of onions, and even the local chili is loaded with beef and there are no beans allowed. Local Vietnamese restaurants get in on the action with a beef bone-infused broth used to make pho. Meaty meals of this magnitude call for a hearty dessert, and fried fruit pies are just the thing.
Seville
Andrew explores the city of Seville, Spain, where socializing includes long nights of communal eating and drinking. With impeccable delicacies like the cured ham of Iberico pig, gazpacho and serranito pork sandwiches, this capital of Andalusia is a delicious melting pot of cultures.
Phuket
Andrew explores the alluring eats of Phuket, Thailand, an island paradise with bountiful natural gifts, aromatic flavors and multicultural cuisine. From spicy crab curry to sweet, crispy street snacks, Phuket's gastronomy is a feast for the senses.
Louisville, Kentucky
Andrew Zimmern unveils the favorite flavors of Louisville, KY. This historic town balances country classics like the Hot Brown and burgoo stew with ingenious icons like derby pie and mutton barbecue for a true taste of Americana.
