Michael Symon begins his meat-seeking journey in Lockhart, Texas, where one family remains at the forefront of America's greatest barbecue after four generations. Next, he swings over to a British-style joint in Brooklyn where they use lobster meat and pork belly to amp up the traditional BLT. Finally, he hits Louisville, Ky. to sink his teeth into a juicy venison burger ignited by unique sauces and seasonings.
The Hungry Detective investigates Atlanta to track down the best off-the-beaten-path restaurants in town. We visit Mary Mac’s Tea Room, an Atlanta institution, for some Southern classics like macaroni and cheese, Hoppin’ John, blackened catfish and fried green tomatoes. Next, Chris finds a reliable informant, local Atlanta police officer and barbecue spice rub manufacturer Rod Brown. Chris joins Rod on a ride along to Harold’s Barbecue for some down-home barbecued pork and Atlanta’s own Brunswick stew. Later, hot on the trail of a big breakfast, Chris heads to Ria’s Bluebird for a hearty brisket breakfast and a southern twist on soy, then a trip to a strip mall leads us to Panahar for naan bread and chicken tikka. Finally, Chris cracks the case of the best off-the-beaten-path fried chicken in Atlanta at Son’s Place, where the chicken is skillet fried.
Guy Fieri sends his pal Noah Cappe to visit Paducah, Kentucky, where he'll meet up with celebrity chefs Aarti Sequeira and Joe Sasto. As the "Bite Club," they’ll dive into the local food scene, trying the best dishes at the hottest restaurants. They taste everything from BBQ and BLTs to seafood and vegan fare as they each try to select one dish for a panel of Guy's esteemed judges to decide the top local dish!
Its time to gather all of your friends and get ready for the big game! The Neely's start off their game day meal with some favorites: Gina's Honey Mustard Chicken Wings and Neely's Meatball Sliders that will tame even the biggest appetites. Next, it's some "dunkably" delicious Deep Fried Calamari With Spicy BBQ Sauce. And to wash it all down, it's Gina's Super Punch Bowl. This meal is a guaranteed touchdown for any party!
The Recreate Challenge is packed with flavorful action as the Rewrappers scramble to get three flavors of Herr's Potato Chips — Cheddar & Sour Cream, Salt & Vinegar and BBQ — done in time. Will they let the chips for where they may, or can they step it up in the Innovate Challenge, they must use all three flavors in an original dish. Take the clip off those chip bags for this crispy episode of Rewrapped!
It's the real deal as Ree Drummond shares budget friendly recipes from down the years. There's a big batch of her perfect Applesauce, which she transforms into Apple Pancakes, Breakfast Muffins, sauce for pork chops and a divine ice cream dessert. Then, she clears out the fridge with a Crisper Crash Frittata and makes a teenager-friendly one-pot Beef Noodle Skillet and delicious BBQ Chicken Baked Potatoes to stock the freezer.
Jeff Mauro unearths the best chicken recipes from all the hosts and shares what's sure to be a new favorite -- his Alabama White BBQ Chicken Sandwich! Sunny Anderson breaks all records with her 5-Star Glazed Chicken, and Katie Lee Biegel sets sail with Chicken Parmesan Zucchini Boats. Pitmaster Moe Cason stops by to share his award-winning Memphis-Style Chicken, and Food Network favorite Alex Guarnaschelli brings some comfort with Grandma's Smothered Chicken.