We're headed to Los Angeles, where the weather is warm and the food is fantastic. From the famous French dip at Phillipe's to local favorite Roscoe's for their chicken and waffles, you'll see why we love LA! And, in a city of cars, it's no surprise we found some of the best tacos in a truck, and a crave-worthy chili dog that came straight from a train. Los Angeles is the home to Hollywood, so of course even the popcorn is perfect. We head to ArcLight Cinema where the main attraction isn't always the movie!
Mark Anderson and Ryan Fey stop by Ajumama -- a funky food truck in Columbus, Ohio -- to grill up a top-secret cheesesteak with a Korean twist. A sweet and flaky dumpling that is out-of-this-world incredible is also on tap. At Betty's Pie Whole in Encinitas, Calif., the guys go belly-up for Mama Joe's Meatball Pie -- a savory dish with a pizza dough crust that puts all other pie crusts to shame. Still hungry, they pay a visit to Chicken and Farm Shop in Chicago where they go nuts for an eye-opening fried chicken sandwich locals claim is the best chicken sandwich bar-none.
Mark Anderson and Ryan Fey dig in at the Yolk in Rock Hill, S.C., where they're blown away by the smoky, salty and very porky flavors packed into each bite of their delectable grits. On a visit to Brown Bag Deli in Columbus, Ohio, they destroy a brisket sandwich that leaves them speechless before moving on to a decadent bowl of loaded potato soup covered in the thickest layer of cheese ever to grace the top of a soup bowl. And at the Ms. Cheezius food truck in Miami, the guys are pumped to help turn the comfort classic s'mores into something so much more!
Chef Cliff Crooks ends up at a difficult crossroads as he works with three chefs who need his help. Kevin, a businessman who became a chef and owner of his own food truck, is struggling to figure out what's holding him back from being successful. Sabrina, a mother of seven children, started her own catering business and is desperate to draw in more clients by elevating her dishes. Gavin owns a restaurant with his two brothers who are chefs and don't take him seriously. He needs Cliff's help gaining the skills to jump on the line and help more with the back of house.
Chef Cliff Crooks offers guidance to three chefs who need to pick up the pace to excel. Fabio has been managing a restaurant for two decades, but he needs Cliff's help learning how to cook on the line again so the restaurant can stay afloat and thriving. Alyssa just bought a food truck and has big dreams of operating her own business, but her lack of experience working with others is holding her back. DuWayne recently changed careers when a death in the family sent him back home. He needs Chef Cliff to help set him up for success in the culinary field so that he can provide stability for his family.
Four restaurateurs chase their dreams of opening their first restaurant alongside their significant other. Although they're at different stages of the process, they all feel the pressure. Kathleen, a home cook turned food truck owner, and her fiancé, Nate, have just a few hours to prepare for a big event, but Kathleen has doubts about whether Nate can step up and be the partner she needs. James, a rising star on the Chicago culinary scene, and his supportive wife, Jessica, argue about finances both at home and at the restaurant. Working long hours puts pressure on Randi, an industry veteran and first-time restaurant owner, and his fiancée, Jeanette, as their lives are put on hold until their restaurant hits the black. Nicole, a self-taught cook with big dreams, and her boyfriend, Alan, clash over power dynamics as they visit a vegan spot to get ideas for their vegetarian restaurant concept.