We're taking a tour of retro restaurants around the country including a pair of period pharmacies on both coasts, a Jewish deli in Texas, a hot dog temple in Tennessee and a classic, chrome-clad diner in Minnesota. From massive old-fashioned sundaes and skyscraper sandwiches to towering patty melts and unique doughnuts, these restaurants bring the delicious past to the present.
On Sundays, Valerie Bertinelli loves to make a big pot of her Nonnie's favorite marinara sauce and repurpose it all week in modern interpretations of her Nonnie's most-memorable weeknight meals. She invites fellow Italian food lover and chef Antonia Lofaso to join her as she makes Lazy Lasagna, Spicy Penne a la Vodka, Eggs in Purgatory "Shakshuka-Style" and Meatball Sub Sandwiches.
Trisha Yearwood's friend, singer/songwriter Sunny Sweeney, is in town, so Trisha decides to throw an impromptu get-together. Trisha whips up a quick and easy summer menu of Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, Cucumber Bites, Pulled Chicken Sandwiches with Spicy Slaw, and a refreshing Grape Salad. Sunny joins Trisha in the kitchen, and later the two sing a duet for their friend Mandy.
Ree Drummond is in her kitchen serving up simple dishes with an Italian spin. First up are Italian Beef Sandwiches with an incredible pepper salad. Then, she makes a delicious mashup with her make-ahead Spaghetti Pizza Pie followed by shortcut Garlic and Herb Mozzarella Sticks. Finally, Ree serves her take on a classic frozen dessert, No Churn Spumoni. Bellissima!
Ree Drummond gives Thanksgiving leftovers a luscious new lease of life. She makes the feast rise and shine in epic Day After Thanksgiving Breakfast Sandwiches before turning the big day bird into Turkey Spaghetti, a new holiday leftover staple. Then, her mash gets a sensational second chance in amazing Loaded Potato Croquettes, and dessert becomes an over-the-top Pecan Pie Milkshake.
Football is king, but Valerie Bertinelli is queen of the halftime eats! Her family and friends are over to watch the game, so she's making Italian Slow-Cooked Beef Sandwiches served with a Giardiniera Aioli and an Italian-style fennel Cole Slaw. For dessert, she makes Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies, then turns the leftover halftime snacks into Beef and Potato Hash.
Melissa d'Arabian prepares one of her favorite sandwiches, the classic Cubano. Featuring roast pork, sliced ham, swiss cheese, and Melissa's homemade Quick Garlic Pickles. A cup of Black Bean Soup makes a quick yet delicious accompaniment. For dessert, another of Melissa's favorites: homemade Angel Food Cake, dressed up with toasted coconut, fresh orange segments, and a spoonful of sour cream.
This trip, Guy Fieri is loadin' up on tropical flavor. In Marathon, Fla., a waterside spot serving up lobster enchiladas and lionfish rolls. In Hilo, Hawaii, a funky food truck cooking Vietnamese specialties like the bomb banh mi sandwiches and standout spring rolls. And in Maui, a fresh-catch joint puttin' out poke and a new twist on fish tacos.
Guy Fieri's on the road to grab some serious sandwiches. In Austin, a rock-n-roll brunch bar adding a funky touch to meatloaf and a Monte Cristo. Plus, a Texas joint putting some '90s hip hop into their stacked up specialties. And in Pasco, Washington, a bakery serving up savory goodness, like a killer Cuban and off-the-chain chicken.
The hosts of The Kitchen share meal planning tactics and shortcuts to help make your weeknight dinners a snap. Jeff transforms deli counter roast beef into sumptuous Barbecue Beef Nachos. Marcela turns today's dinner into tomorrow's lunch with her delicious Chicken Milanese Sandwiches. Plus, we're gearing up for summer with some DIY picnic tips that'll have you dining al fresco in style.