The Country's Best Food
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See Episode GuideLos Angeles
Los Angeles, California is the capital of stardom - and that includes its cuisine! In a city known for such edible icons as Korean tacos and the LA street dog, Andrew Zimmern explores just what makes this destination so delicious.
Florence
Florence, Italy lives up to its artistic reputation even in its food. Andrew Zimmern explores the classics like the rare Florentine steak, thick ribollita soup, the original cappuccino and the world famous frozen dessert, gelato.
Jamaica
In a country celebrated for its colorful culture, Jamaica's heritage-rich food lives up to the hype. Andrew Zimmern explores island icons from jerk chicken and mannish water soup, to curry goat, blue mountain coffee, and gizzadas.
Lancaster County
Andrew Zimmern celebrates Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, where farm-to-table dining isn't a trend -- it's tradition! He highlights iconic Pennsylvania Dutch dishes like chicken pot pie and pork and sauerkraut, soft pretzels and scrapple made with generations-old family recipes and sweet treats like sticky buns and shoofly pie.
Savannah
Andrew Zimmern dives into the flavor-packed favorites of Savannah, Georgia, like creamy shrimp and grits, briny oysters in a half shell, upscale crab bisque and down-home barbecue stew so thick it'll make your spoon stand up.
Shanghai
Andrew Zimmern introduces the popular tastes of Shanghai, China. From creamy hairy crab and savory pork-filled dumplings to rice wine-soaked chicken and scallion pancakes on the go, cuisine in this big city is sweet and simple.
San Antonio
Andrew Zimmern showcases the Tex-Mex favorites of San Antonio, Texas, including puffy tacos and a giant chalupa burger. Other featured foods include slow-cooked brisket, melt-in-your-mouth barbacoa and marinated stuffed quail cooked over mesquite.
Shanghai
Andrew Zimmern introduces the popular tastes of Shanghai, China. From creamy hairy crab and savory pork-filled dumplings to rice wine-soaked chicken and scallion pancakes on the go, cuisine in this big city is sweet and simple.
San Antonio
Andrew Zimmern showcases the Tex-Mex favorites of San Antonio, Texas, including puffy tacos and a giant chalupa burger. Other featured foods include slow-cooked brisket, melt-in-your-mouth barbacoa and marinated stuffed quail cooked over mesquite.
Iowa State Fair
Andrew Zimmern shares a tour of the Iowa State Fair, one of the largest and best known state fairs in the U.S. A gastronomic trip through the 445-acre fairgrounds reveals fresh, locally grown sweet corn, baked sausage cavatelli and Dutch letter pastries. Vendors also serve up a dizzying array of sandwiches, like fried pork tenderloin, loose ground beef and the iconic Italian Gizmo.
Bermuda
Andrew Zimmern explores the landscape and cuisine of the island of Bermuda, a 21-square-mile British territory with Caribbean soul. He finds native dishes ranging from fish chowder and jerk chicken to spiny lobster and cassava pie, all reflecting the island's diverse population.
Bangkok: A Second Bite
Bangkok, Thailand, has so many culinary treasures, it deserves a second trip! From steamed whole bass to massaman curry, Andrew highlights the city's exotic flavors and meals that are meant to be shared.
Trinidad and Tobago
Andrew Zimmern samples the island flavors and culinary mashups of Trinidad and Tobago. These twin islands have a singular passion for food and life, featuring dishes like curried crab with dumplings, crispy fried shark sandwiches, and soft and silky flatbreads perfect for scooping veggies and curries.
Milwaukee
Milwaukee may be known for its beer, but it's also home to mouthwatering classic American foods! From cheese curds and bratwurst to frozen custard and butter burgers, Andrew shows us why this Midwestern city is a great food town!
Miami
Miami's beaches and glitzy nightlife make it an international hot spot, but it's the food that really gives this city flavor! From Cuban sandwiches to fresh stone crabs and key lime pie, Andrew reveals Miami's iconic foods!
San Francisco: Second Bite
San Francisco's food scene is so impressive, it deserves a second visit! From Japanese hot pots and hand-crafted lasagna to ice cream made from locally sourced ingredients, Andrew highlights the culinary diversity of the City by the Bay.
Phoenix
Andrew Zimmern explores the multicultural cuisine of Phoenix, Ariz. A heavy Mexican influence is present throughout the restaurant scene in dishes like chilaquiles and pazole. But Andrew finds that this Southwestern city has much more to offer than just classic Mexican fare, like Neapolitan pizza made by a James Beard Award-winning chef and popular Sonoran hot dogs.
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.
Door County
Andrew Zimmern scopes out the down-to-earth culinary traditions of scenic Door County, Wisconsin. Fresh fish from Lake Michigan and local produce defines the Nordic-influenced cuisine of this vacation getaway for nature lovers.
Milwaukee
Milwaukee may be known for its beer, but it's also home to mouthwatering classic American foods! From cheese curds and bratwurst to frozen custard and butter burgers, Andrew shows us why this Midwestern city is a great food town!
Miami
Miami's beaches and glitzy nightlife make it an international hot spot, but it's the food that really gives this city flavor! From Cuban sandwiches to fresh stone crabs and key lime pie, Andrew reveals Miami's iconic foods!
San Francisco: Second Bite
San Francisco's food scene is so impressive, it deserves a second visit! From Japanese hot pots and hand-crafted lasagna to ice cream made from locally sourced ingredients, Andrew highlights the culinary diversity of the City by the Bay.
Phoenix
Andrew Zimmern explores the multicultural cuisine of Phoenix, Ariz. A heavy Mexican influence is present throughout the restaurant scene in dishes like chilaquiles and pazole. But Andrew finds that this Southwestern city has much more to offer than just classic Mexican fare, like Neapolitan pizza made by a James Beard Award-winning chef and popular Sonoran hot dogs.
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.
Door County
Andrew Zimmern scopes out the down-to-earth culinary traditions of scenic Door County, Wisconsin. Fresh fish from Lake Michigan and local produce defines the Nordic-influenced cuisine of this vacation getaway for nature lovers.
Cincinnati
Andrew Zimmern celebrates the culinary icons of the fastest growing city in the Midwest. Cincinnati's cuisine is inspired by the European immigrants who brought their hearty fare with them to Ohio, and Andrew highlights some of the dishes that continue to be can't-miss local favorites, including pork schnitzel, goetta, Cincinnati chili and ice cream made using a French pot method.
