FoodNation with Bobby Flay
Bobby Flay is on the prowl. As host, reporter, travel guide and sometime chef, he'll explore cities and regions across the United States, examining local culinary history and character. Meet the people who keep these culinary traditions alive and take them to new heights.
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Bobby Flay is on the prowl. As host, reporter, travel guide and sometime chef, he'll explore cities and regions across the United States, examining local culinary history and character. Meet the people who keep these culinary traditions alive and take them to new heights.
About the Host
Bobby Flay
Food Network ChefBobby Flay is an award-winning chef, restaurateur, cookbook author and media personality. He's an Iron Chef, and host of Beat Bobby Flay, Bobby's Triple Threat and BBQ Brawl.
Episodes
S1 | E1
Richmond, VA
Chef Bobby Flay takes a tour of some of Richmond's finest foods. First stop is Padow's Hams and Delis. Next, it's some sweet soul food at Croaker's Spot. For some of the best French cuisine, pull up a chair at Lemaire Restaurant.
S1 | E2
Cajun Country
Chef Bobby Flay Heads to NY to meet with some its top Pastry and Dessert Chefs. Bobby's sweet trip includes the Payard Patisseria & Bistro, Pastry at 11 Madison Park, Brasserie 8&1/2 and the Mark.
S1 | E3
Plantation Country, Lousiana
Bobby Flay visits Plantation country in Louisiana for some cajun country eats including visits to the Nottoway Plantation House, the White Oak Plantation, the Junior League recipe party in Baton Rouge plus an authentic sugar mill.
S1 | E4
New Orleans
First up Chef Bobby Flay cooks with Chef Susan Spicer of Bayona Restaurant. Next it's a home town favorite of Red Beans & Rice with Aaron Neville. At Commander's Palace, Bobby cooks with Chef Tory McPhail. Last, it's a tour of the Silocaf of New Orleans Plant.
S1 | E5
New Orleans French Quarter
Chef Bobby Flay takes a tour of the historic French Quarter. First up is Antoine's, America's oldest restaurant. Then Bobby learns about the Muffuletta sandwich at the Napolean House, and Po-Boys at Johnny Po-Boys. You can't be in the french quarter without going to some bars - and Bobby checks them out! Last, learn about Beignets at Cafe du Monde.
S1 | E6
Alabama Gulf
Chef Bobby Flay takes a tour of the gorgeous Alabama Gulf. First stop is King Neptune's for some local seafood. Then Bobby cooks with Matt and Bob Shipp at The Pillars. Next, Bobby enjoys some Southern Pecan Pie at Three Georges/Thames Nuthouse. Finally its a tour of the largest seafood provider - Bayou La Batre.
S1 | E7
Pittsburgh, PA
Bobby Flay is off to Pittsburgh for a sample of some regional eats that includes a tour of Heinz University, jawbreaking sandwiches at Primanti brothers, Pierogie Plus Mckees Rock & sandwiches at the Union Grill & Isaly's.
S1 | E8
Virginia Inn Country
Chef Bobby Flay is taking a tour of some of Virginia's most beautiful Inns. At Joshua Wilton House Inn, it's a creative spin on Southern cuisine. The Ashby Inn has a wonderful selection of Haute Hunt Country cuisine. The Jordan Hollow Farm Inn offers some of the finest farm fare Virginia has to offer. Lastly, the Claude Moore Colonial Farm keeps the 18th century alive.
S1 | E9
Hispanic Los Angeles
Explore the ethnic flavors of Hispanic L.A. with host Bobby Flay as he visits La Serenata de Garibaldi, pays a visit to Two Hot Tamales and checks out La Gloria foods Tortilla Factory.
S1 | E10
Upscale L.A.
Chef Bobby Flay is touring Los Angeles for the latest trends in upscale eats including visits to Patina, La Brea Bakery, A.O.C & Stan's Donuts.
S1 | E11
Santa Monica
Chef Bobby Flay is touring some of the best Santa Monica has to offer. He visits Rockenwagner for a taste of California cuisine with a twist. Next its a lesson in vegetarian cooking with Ann Gentry. Then Bobby kicks it up with a beach party at the super exclusive Shutters on the Beach. And you can't go to Santa Monica without getting some seafood and touring the Farmers Market.
S1 | E12
Santa Barbara
Bobby gets a taste of Southern California cuisine in Santa Barbara. He first goes Chantarelle hunting then gets a cooking lesson with Chef Mark Kropcynski. Next Bobby learns about food & wine pairing with Mitchell Sterjven at Bouchon. Bobby then returns to his roots with a Santa Maria-style BBQ! And finally, Bobby visits the Santa Barbara Olive Co.
S1 | E13
St. Patrick's Day in NYC
Bobby's touring the Irish staples of New York City for this years St. Patrick's Day! His first stop is Blarnery Stone for some Corned Beef & Cabbage. Next it's upscale Irish cooking at Tir Na Nog. Bobby then travels downtown for traditional Irish Pub Food at Ulysses. Finally Bobby rounds out his trip to the oldest bar in NYC - McSorley's Ale House.