The Country's Best Food
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See Episode GuideChengdu
From the blistering "Hot Pot" and fiery Mapo Tofu to spicy Kung Pao Chicken, Andrew Zimmern explores the famous scorching dishes that make Chengdu, China, a delicious destination.
Stockholm
Andrew Zimmern highlights Stockholm's herring and traditional Swedish food such as pea soup and pancakes, Joansson's temptation and cinnamon rolls topped with crunchy pearl sugar.
Charlotte
Andrew explores Charlotte, North Carolina, a city where big banking meets blue-collar traditions and is buzzing with amazing food. He zeroes in on barbecue, livermush, fried green tomatoes and other eats that are oozing Southern charm.
Cape Town
Andrew Zimmern leaves no meal unexplored in multicultural Cape Town, South Africa, where meat comes in all forms, from sausage to stew to pie. The coastal city's seafood is out of this world, and the favorite pastry is nothing without a coat of syrup!
Sitka
Andrew Zimmern explores the cuisine of Sitka, Alaska, where the preparation of iconic Alaskan staples like king salmon, venison and rockfish has evolved with finesse. Only reachable by boat or plane, this town of 9,000 residents is a destination for the freshest dishes, from halibut and chips to Dungeness crab and everything in between.
Sicily
Andrew Zimmern unveils Sicily's edible icons. Known for artisanal comfort food such as crunchy fried rice balls, thick crust pizza, irresistibly creamy cannoli and a pasta that will make you sing, Sicilian cuisine is a timeless treasure made with classic Italian passion.
Chengdu
From the blistering "Hot Pot" and fiery Mapo Tofu to spicy Kung Pao Chicken, Andrew Zimmern explores the famous scorching dishes that make Chengdu, China, a delicious destination.
Stockholm
Andrew Zimmern highlights Stockholm's herring and traditional Swedish food such as pea soup and pancakes, Joansson's temptation and cinnamon rolls topped with crunchy pearl sugar.
Charlotte
Andrew explores Charlotte, North Carolina, a city where big banking meets blue-collar traditions and is buzzing with amazing food. He zeroes in on barbecue, livermush, fried green tomatoes and other eats that are oozing Southern charm.
Cape Town
Andrew Zimmern leaves no meal unexplored in multicultural Cape Town, South Africa, where meat comes in all forms, from sausage to stew to pie. The coastal city's seafood is out of this world, and the favorite pastry is nothing without a coat of syrup!
Sitka
Andrew Zimmern explores the cuisine of Sitka, Alaska, where the preparation of iconic Alaskan staples like king salmon, venison and rockfish has evolved with finesse. Only reachable by boat or plane, this town of 9,000 residents is a destination for the freshest dishes, from halibut and chips to Dungeness crab and everything in between.
Twin Cities
Walleye, bundt cake and the Jucy Lucy are on tap for Andrew in the Twin Cities.
Providence
Andrew Zimmern reveals the iconic foods of Providence. Local favorites include hot wieners made with a special meat sauce, Johnny cakes, coffee milk, grilled pizza and the legendary Rhode Island clam chowder.
Boston: A Second Bite
Boston is the heart of New England, the birthplace of American independence and home to so many delicious foods that it calls for more than one visit! Andrew Zimmern explores the flavors of Boston neighborhoods, from black pasta found in the north end's Little Italy to the bay neighborhood's fresh Irish fish and chips and seafood stew made with all local ingredients. He also satisfies his sweet tooth with a local favorite, a giant, flaky pastry filled with vanilla custard and whipped cream.
Athens
Athens, Greece, is the birthplace of many culinary traditions and Andrew explores the classics; from stuffed grape leaves and spanakopita, to moussaka and real Greek yogurt, still made the way folks have done for generations.
Munich
As the proud capital of Bavaria - and beer-drinking - Munich has built a cuisine around hearty dishes meant to stick to the bones. From schnitzel and spätzle to knöedel and cake, Andrew Zimmern reveals Munich's festival of foods!
Dublin
In a city celebrated for its beloved beverages, Dublin, Ireland's food does not disappoint! Andrew Zimmern examines edible Irish icons from smoked salmon, soda bread, and stew to boxty, black pudding, and of course, Guinness!
Brooklyn
Andrew digs into Brooklyn's iconic eats. The multicultural borough offers old-school relics like insanely juicy steak, perfect NY pizza, Jewish pastries swirled with chocolate, decadent cheesecake and Russia's take on ravioli.
NOLA
New Orleans is a vibrant, eclectic city and its cuisine has been fused with a multitude of culinary influences. Andrew Zimmern explores the classic dishes from po' boys and gumbo, to oysters Rockefeller and bananas Foster.
Ho Chi Minh City
Andrew unveils the must-have bites of Ho Chi Minh City, the economic and cultural center of Vietnam. After a thousand years of Chinese occupation and a century of French colonialism, the city has a rich history and the food lives up to its legacy. From loaded sandwiches to savory soups, this youthful city has something for everyone.
Calabria
Andrew showcases Calabria, a rugged region in the toe of Italy's boot and a relatively unknown side of the country that outsiders rarely see. Due to the area's fertile soil, seaside location and mountainous interior, Calabria's diverse ingredients shine in signature dishes like fileja noodles with goat, parmigiana di melanzane and anchovy stroncatura.
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.
Seattle
Andrew discovers Seattle's iconic foods including Dungeness crab and teriyaki.
Atlanta
In the modern city known for its southern hospitality, Atlanta's comfort food is king. From fried chicken and peach cobbler to soul food and sweet tea, Andrew Zimmern explores the iconic eats that keep the hungry heading south.
Buffalo
Andrew Zimmern presents Buffalo's edible icons. From spicy wings and sweet pepperoni pizza to enormous cake doughnuts and heaping plates of meat and potatoes slathered in sauce, Buffalo's edible icons are as robust and inventive as the city itself.
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.
