It's time to deck the halls with outrageous cakes that celebrate the holiday season! Five amazing cake artists from across the country bake up some Christmas cheer that will impress even Santa himself. One elaborate cake is inspired by the world-famous decorated windows at Bergdorf Goodman in New York City, and other impressive cakes are in the shape of a 5-foot-tall snowman that weighs more than a child and a sweet Christmas tree for a performance of The Nutcracker. Finally, an ugly sweater party cake magically floats, and oversized ornaments are the perfect edible decorations for a downtown holiday party.
Dishes to feed a crowd in the days leading up to Thanksgiving, dishes that double as dinners or sides for the big day, and what to do with leftovers. Bacon and Brussels Sprout Mac and Cheese; Carrot, Sweet Potato, and Squash Soup; BBQ Turkey Gumbo; Turkey, Fennel, and Onions With Buttered Egg Noodles; Turkey, Mushroom, and Corn Casserole
Keep your PJ's and slippers on 'cause Marcela is making brunch - Mexican style! After a long night's sleep, nothing is better than a hearty breakfast and if you love nachos Marcela's Chilaquiles Casseroles are sure to satisfy your hunger. These crispy tortilla chips bathed in a roasted tomatillo sauce, drizzled with sour cream and melted cheese are a delicious alternative to your everyday breakfast. In the mood for eggs?... you're in luck, as she serves up her 'No-Brainer' Eggs Benedicto next, with a fast and easy-to-make chipotle hollandaise sauce. Add a fresh pot of Mexican coffee, lightly spiced with brown sugar, cinnamon and a twist of orange peel and you've got a wickedly good weekend brunch.
Tyler Florence travels to Italy in search of the ultimate risotto. Pumpkin risotto is on the menu in Verona, and Tyler discovers a rather unusual technique. Then he heads off to Alba in Piemonte for a truffle hunt and makes wild mushroom risotto.
Four talented bakers will have to use their super powers if they want a chance to have their delicious display take center stage at Comic-Con's exclusive Masquerade Party.
An international-inspired signature dish sees one chef's dream of winning the competition go up in flames. The Crossfire Round offers a chance to "ketchup," and judges Andy Husbands, Eddie Jackson and Andrea Nicholson enjoy Greek feasts.
Donut-maker Barb from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, pastry chef Mariah from Los Angeles and executive chef Jeremy from Chicago compete in a mystery ingredient elimination round. The final two standing have to impress the judges by making three donuts with a "Retro Diner" theme. The winner takes home $10,000.
From peasant food to royal snacks, Andrew reveals what makes the food scene in Krakow, Poland, so delicious. The city's edible symbols take the form of pierogis, hearty stuffed cabbage rolls and whole-roasted pork knuckle.
Kelsey discovers the latest trend in Japanese cuisine with a visit to Yuji Haraguchi, and his unique approach to ramen. Yuji bucks all trends and uses "mazemaen" a dry ramen, and no broth. His blend of dry ramen combined with American favorites like egg, bacon or lox and cheese has Yuji Americanizing a Japanese favorite dish. Kelsey also visits Mimi and Coco who have reinvented a Japanese savory favorite by making Americanized teriyaki balls. She then heads back to her kitchen inspired and makes a roasted shrimp, corn and bacon ramen. And then it's a mouthwatering grilled hamachi collar with a ponzu dipping sauce.
Ali Khan, author of the blog "Bang For Your Burger Buck," has 12 hours and only 35 bucks to find the best deals in Minneapolis for breakfast, lunch, a snack and dinner! Join him on this sweet and savory ride in his search for some of best deals on the best meals in Minneapolis!