Good food is the spice of life, and we're adding a little kick with our flavor-filled favorites! Jeff Mauro takes us to Chicago for 23 mole sauces, and Donal Skehan will have you sweating as he attacks the hottest taco in Los Angeles. Aaron Sanchez talks about his beloved barbecue with a surprise twist, while Duff Goldman's intricate 16-spice favorite is a can't-miss dish in New York.
Six food truck teams meet up with Tyler Florence in Tampa, Fla., and are shocked to see a squadron of police officers arrive with sirens blaring. The officers are there to judge a contest based on Tampa's gift to the culinary world: the Cuban sandwich. After the challenge, the teams struggle with stormy weather and finding a good location to sell in the city, leading to one truck's elimination.
Horse racing is a sport steeped in history and tradition. And what can be more fun than eating good old southern food while watching the horses take a turn around the green? Bobby invites the guys over to watch the big race and enjoy some food full of southern comfort: Kentucky Hot Browns with Ham, Turkey and Bacon smothered in a Cheddar Bechamel, a Country Ham Salad with Fresh Mozzarella and a Balsamic Molasses Dressing, and to wash it down, a cold Mint Julep. Grab a pair of binoculars and bring the lawn party to your table.
Noah Cappe gets a good start to his day at the Macon County Fair in Illinois with the Big Biscuit and the After School Funnel. Then, he takes a bite out of the Big Apple when he heads to the Ninth Avenue Food Festival in NYC for sensational street food like Motz' Burgeryaki -- a Takoyaki ball cheeseburger -- a sensational, Spanish-inspired Paella Burrito and a doughy Cookie Bao. Plus, Noah rings in the 4th of July at the Big Butler Fair in Prospect, Pennsylvania, and celebrates with the fruity Tropical Sunset Burger and the crunchy, bacon-y Cook Out Cupcake.
This trip, Guy's travelin' the world of feel good food. In San Antonio, a native Puerto Rican cranks out one of Guy's all time favorites, mofongo. In Virginia Beach, Va., an Italian mother/daughter duo treats everyone like family, servin' up family recipes for classics like homemade focaccia and stuffed meatballs. And in Chicago, a bbq joint brings southern cookin' to the locals with favorites like cajun meatloaf and chicken fried chicken.
It's all about simple pleasures and four dishes that bring Ina Garten pure joy. First, she makes Smashed Hamburgers with Caramelized Onions for a new take on classic feel-good food. Then there are Giant Crinkled Chocolate Chip Cookies -- what's not to love? Ina also makes the easiest appetizer ever, Kielbasa with Mustard Dip, and doubles her pleasure with Cheddar and Chutney Grilled Cheese for a date in the garden with Jeffrey.
Pleasanton, Calif., is home to the Alameda County Fair, and some mouthwatering Carnival Eats. Noah Cappe gets his hands on the Caliente Curls and Chile Relleno Dog, and meets fried-food royalty who prepares his world famous Mac and Cheese Bacon Burger. Next, Noah arrives in Iowa for a stomping good time with Reverend Tom and his Cowboy Beans: The Sunnyside Burger looks on the bright side, while the Tropical Tantalizer tickles taste buds.
Trisha Yearwood's good friend, Mandy, has finally made her home in Nashville. Mandy wants to throw a party in her new backyard and invite all her friends and neighbors, so Trisha is helping host the ultimate housewarming party, complete with the perfect party food. Her menu includes Chicken Wings Two Ways with Sticky Sesame and BBQ Bourbon Dipping Sauces, Veggie and Chorizo Quesadillas, Grilled Pizza on a Stick and a Rainbow Sprinkle Giant Cookie.
Cozy up in Chef Bobby Flay's kitchen as he and Damaris Phillips talk about comfort food and make feel-good favorites with one of their favorite people: Ina Garten! Bobby cooks up his go-to comfort dish, a Red Chile Glazed Meatloaf. Then Ina joins the party with her creamy Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Sauteed Shredded Brussels Sprouts. Damaris adds sides to the menu with Barbecue Mac and Cheese and Honey-Buttermilk Skillet Cornbread.
The Kitchen's favorite recipes get a makeover for spring, starting with Marcela Valladolid's Kale and Potato Enchiladas. Then, tricks to make your food look as good as it tastes and simple tips to organize your kitchen. Learn two five-ingredient dinner ideas with Sunny Anderson's Easy Chicken Parmesan and Jeff Mauro's Easy Spinach Quiche. Plus, fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi helps Katie Lee make her Cauliflower Alfredo and Geoffrey Zakarian makes a Rum and Smoke.