It's Viva Florida 500, Florida's celebration of the 500th anniversary of the Spanish explorers arrival on the east coast. Chef Michael Lugo of "The Tasting Room" prepares Emeril a classic Spanish meal. Emeril then travels to Pensacola, where executive chef Irv Miller of "Jackson's Steakhouse" prepares him a variety of dishes. Afterwards, in Tampa, he makes paella with Andrea Gonzmart of the "Columbia Restaurant." Finally, Emeril visits the Kennedy Space Station, and learns about the NASA Space Program from Colonel Rick Searfoss.
Celebrate the running of the bulls in Spain with a tapas party complete with Spanish wine. Recipes: Manchego Cheese with Quince Paste, Salted Almonds, Meatballs in Tomato Garlic Sauce, and Sizzling Hot Garlic Shrimp.
Emeril presents some tapas favorites. Sangria Blanco; Prawns in Chili Garlic Sauce; Lamb Meatballs in Almond Sauce; Spanish Salt Cod Fritters with Spicy Tomato Sauce; Tortilla Espanola with Aioli; Green Olive Paste on Crostinis
Andrew explores Santa Fe, NM, a town intent on preserving its storied culture. Native American, Spanish and Mexican traditions converge to form mouthwatering dishes like slow-roasted carne adovada, chile rellenos and light-as-air sopapillas.