Arriba, arriba! The Thirsty Traveler takes you to the heart of the Mexican Desert, home of the world's best tequila. Join the Thirsty Traveler as he explores the haciendas and their burro-riding Jimadors who cultivate this sun-aged spirit.
Big Daddy and his son Justin are in the kitchen making dishes that please both their palates. Kicking it off, it's Fish Sticks with a Funky Ketchup & Fish Tacos topped with a crunchy Chipotle Slaw. Then it's another kid favorite with an adult twist, Beef Ravioli & Fried Ravioli with Dipping Sauces, that will keep you dunking. Then to wash it all down, a White Grape Juice Mocktail for Justin and a Grown Up White Grape Juice Gimlet!
Michael Symon digs into a spicy burger that uses four different types of peppers to fire up even the most adventurous eaters in Hell’s Kitchen, New York before heading to Nashville, where he finds Southern comforts infused with Latin flavors in saucy and sweet chicken fried steaks and beer belly tacos. Michael then hits in Northeast Ohio where a former NFL star’s top secret de-boning ribs process was inspired by his wife who doesn't like getting messy.
This trip, Guy's steppin' up to unique grills on the mainland and beyond. In Miami, Fla., the husband/wife duo serving up classic Americana with a 21st century twist like the smoky fried chicken and Buffalo-style pig wings. In Orange County, Calif., the anything-but-average taco truck grilling steaks for the drunken torta and deep frying green chicken chilaquiles. And on Oahu, Hawaii, Guy's favorite rotisserie chicken joint cranking out the island's signature huli huli chicken.
In this episode, host Noah Cappe travels to Edmonton, Alberta for K-Days. He starts the day off right with a Canadian specialty turned into brunch: Breakfast Poutine. The creative combos continue with a fusion-inspired Japanese Dog and a S'mores Mini Donuts, with the summer camp favorite topping the perennial carnival classic. Across the border in North Dakota, Wild Rice Burgers, Idaho Tacos and Kettle Corn make up the regional fare in this prairie state.
It’s a sunset clambake! Sandra prepares her meal beachfront, starting with what else? Steamers! Then it’s a great summer side dish, Poppy Seed Cole Slaw, that’s easy enough to make just about anywhere. Next up, Halibut Tacos with Peach Salsa that are so impressive, your guests will think you spent hours on it. For dessert, she's making a sweet Sunset Shortcake and also mixing up a tart and sparkly Watermelon Fizz.
Jeff Mauro is raising the "bar"-b-q with a variety of grilling favorites, including his Rainbow Rubs and Spicy Margarita. Geoffrey Zakarian demonstrates how to grill a whole branzino, and Sunny Anderson cooks up a Grilled Steak Supreme inspired by her favorite pizza recipe. Guest chef Michael Symon duels with Geoffrey as he unveils his Grilled Chicken Thighs with Blackberry BBQ Sauce, and Jeff gets help from his dad to prepare the perfect Grilled Prime Cheesesteak Tacos.