The Hungry Detective hits the streets of the Windy City as he cracks the case of the best off-the-beaten-path Chicago hot dog at a colorful restaurant on the north side known as Hot Doug's. During his investigation he also uncovers: delicious deep-dish pizza at the legendary Gino's East, with a little help from a Chicago detective; Gyro's and saganaki at Greek Island's, on a hot tip from the manager of a grocery in Chicago's Greektown neighborhood; a bargain steak dinner served up with several sides at Myron and Phil, a classic Chicago steak house that has been in business for 35 years; and down-home barbeque smack-dab in the middle of Chi-Town, courtesy of Calvin's BBQ.
Traditional southern food like fried chicken and BBQ is just about everywhere in the south, but in Asheville, N.C, they put a unique twist on their cooking. Hannah Hart is headed to Asheville to taste a variety of unique southern recipes like Mongolian BBQ lamb ribs, tandoori fried chicken and blueberry BBQ sauce.
Bobby Flay knows just what to do to bring the fresh and simple flavors of Greece into your own backyard. Inspired by the sea, Bobby's Grilled Shrimp gets the classic accompaniment of fresh Tomato and salty Feta cheese; then he pairs simply Grilled Sardines with a piquant Garlic Walnut Sauce. Meat in Greece usually means lamb, and Bobby does that expectation justice by laying out a veritable feast of Rotisserie Lamb with Pomegranate and Mint, alongside a Lemon Feta Slaw and Homemade Grilled Pita. What better way to toast this feast than with a dazzling Vodka Grape Sparkler?
Bobby Flay takes us way beyond the burrito with his culinary tour of the diverse and delicious cuisine of Mexico. He starts off with a citrusy street food from the country's west coast: Charcoal Grilled Chicken Sinaloa Style. He serves it with a smoky, refreshing Grilled Green Onion, Quinoa and Corn Relish. Next up, we head to the heartland of Mexican food on the strength of Chef Flay's Oaxaca Burger topped with Manchego cheese, Avocado and Spicy Pickled Red Onions. Grilled Mango tricked out in the traditional way with Lime, Salt and caliente Ancho Chile Powder teases and tantalizes; and a Raspberry Peach Aqua Fresca puts out the fire. Que rico!
Bobby Flay's tour through the "it" cuisine of the Iberian Peninsula starts by taking the classic Cuban Sandwich to Madrid with a Spanish Spice-Rubbed Pork Butt topped with Sherry Vinegar/Honey Glaze, Serrano ham and salty Manchego cheese. Then, a slather of Piquillo Pepper Butter and a sprinkle of Grated Manchego adorn sweet Grilled Corn. He dresses Skewered Lamb first with a Spicy Pomegranate/Rioja Red Wine Vinaigrette and takes it over the top with a Mint-Almond Relish. The capper? A fruity Peach-Blackberry Sangria.
A recent trip to Sicily inspired Bobby Flay to really think about the foods of Southern Italy in a new way, to take those amazing flavors and traditions and turn up the heat -- literally. Spice is front and center with his Brined and Butterflied Chicken Alla Diavola, paired with a cool Lemony Fennel Slaw. Then Bobby puts gorgeous grill marks on a Southern Italian staple with his Grilled Eggplant Caponata Bruschetta with Ricotta Salata. The sea is always nearby, and Bobby uses it to his advantage by making a Grilled Tuna with Caramelized Onions, Cinnamon and Mint. A refreshing Prosecco cocktail called the Sgroppino completes this delicious tour of the warmer part of the peninsula.
The food of California, with its devotion to fresh, local and seasonal ingredients started a revolution all across America. Bobby Flay loves bringing the light fresh cooking of our 31st state to the grill, and kicks off California day with a savory Grilled Lamb Sausage Salad topped with Goat Cheese, Black Olives and Pistachio Vinaigrette. Next, he elevates the humble spud with his smoky and tangy Mustard Aioli Grilled Potatoes with Fine Herbs. Chef Flay believes you can't talk about California cuisine without mentioning its spiritual father Wolfgang Puck, so Bobby pays homage by grilling a Puck-inspired Smoked Salmon Pizza. We finish our trip with his refreshing Rose Punch, a drink that combines both the fruit orchards and vineyards of the Golden State. Westward ho!
There is something so American about an afternoon tending the grill and Bobby Flay continues that tradition with some luscious stateside treats, like his Grilled Soft Shell Crab Sandwich topped with Red Slaw and sweet Yellow Tomatoes. Then Chef Flay crisps up a treat from his city childhood with his version of everyone's favorite lunch on the go, New York Street Cart Dogs with Onion Sauce and Grilled Red Pepper Relish. The true magic of American fire-cooking is achieved with his low and slow Smoked Prime Rib topped with a Red Wine Steak Sauce that evokes the red leather banquettes of a classic steakhouse. A Sweet Cherry Slushy brings refreshment and color to this feast celebrating the delicious Red, White and Blue.