Jeffrey Saad goes on a hamburger odyssey to understand just what makes this dish such an American icon - and how the humble burger is evolving in the 21st century. From the traditional to the truly decadent; and from Asian-inspired to downright wacky, Jeffrey gets a taste of the meatiest, juiciest and wildest burgers America has to offer. But is a cheeseburger still a cheeseburger when it's also a deep-fried sushi roll?
Pastry chef phenom, Ron Ben-Israel, hangs with Michael Symon in Baton Rouge, La. to feast on a mile-high key lime pie and a Caribbean-inspired brisket melt. Then, Michael heads to Louisville, Ky. for a burger topped with chorizo and a downright dangerous dessert aptly named the bacon cinna-bomb. Finally, in Lexington, Ky., he devours a fried chicken sandwich so spicy, he quenches things with a soothing local craft beer.
Four Chopped Champions from the world of entertainment and sports compete for the last spot in the $50,000 finale. In the appetizer round, the celebrity champs find a peculiar type of flour and sweet tea in the baskets. Then a can of soup in the entree round causes various issues for the competitors. And the judges taste banana paste and cream cheese desserts before deciding on the last finalist.
Fearless Chef Richie Farina hits the road in search of cutting-edge culinary competition, and he finds it at the Pima County Fair outside Tucson, Arizona. He takes on Nate Janousek of Texas Steak Out and his deep-fried carnival twist on nachos supreme. Richie has just 24 hours to come up with his own version of Nate's insane nachos before a head-to-head cook-off, judged by fairgoers, decides the winner.
Mexican food lover? Well Rachael works her way through a whole week's worth of festive feasts. Chicken in Pumpkin Seed Sauce, Pork With Chilies and Orange Sauce, Poblano Mac and Manchego With Corn and Mushrooms, Sliced Chipotle Turkey Breast With Pomegranate Cranberry Relish and Polenta, Mexican Chorizo and Turkey Chili.
Chef Paul Miranda enters Kitchen Stadium for the first time to challenge Iron Chef Cat Cora to a culinary showdown. Can Chef Miranda muster the culinary courage to defeat Iron Chef Cora? Tune in to see whose cuisine reigns supreme!
Guests of a Vegas party go hog wild for a chocolate stout cake while a little girl's birthday dreams come true as her favorite pink-haired character comes to life. Next, one baker leaves guests completely mystified and a deserving veteran's family is celebrated with a super realistic and patriotic cake.
They say two is better than one, and these carnival treats are proof! Noah Cappe takes a tour from coast to coast sampling some of the craziest creations around. These fairground vendors have combined two iconic treats into one revolutionary new midway masterpiece.
From Memphis to New York to Venice Beach, California, RIB PARADISE spotlights some of the sauciest and most delectable, finger-licking good creations across the country.
Host Giada De Laurentiis embraces the Windy City to share the perfect food filled weekend in Chicago. From a classic steakhouse one night to a four-star vegetarian spot the next, Giada shows off the wide variety that makes Chicago one of the best towns in the country for food. There's architecutural tours, cheese popcorn and the perfect cup of coffee as well to round out a weekend to remember in Chi-Town.