Ep 7. San Francisco

In Bizarre Foods season 6 episode 7, host Andrew Zimmern explores the culinary scene in San Francisco, California. Known for its diverse population and rich cultural history, San Francisco is a hub for unique and unconventional foods.

Zimmern begins his journey at the Ferry Building Marketplace, where he samples local seafood delicacies such as Dungeness crab and clam chowder. He also tries out a famous Vietnamese sandwich known as banh mi, which is served at a local eatery.

Next, Zimmern takes a trip to Chinatown to explore its vibrant food scene. He visits a dim sum restaurant, where he tries steamed pork buns, shrimp dumplings, and other traditional dishes. He also stops by a Chinese bakery to taste some sweet treats.

Moving on to the Mission District, Zimmern visits La Palma Mexicatessen to learn about traditional Mexican cuisine. He samples dishes such as carnitas tacos, chiles rellenos, and mole sauce. The shop also specializes in making its own fresh tortillas, which Zimmern tries out.

Zimmern then visits the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood to explore its eclectic offerings. He stops by a vegan restaurant to try out a BBQ jackfruit sandwich and a kale salad. He also visits a cheese shop to taste some artisanal cheeses from local producers.

Finally, Zimmern makes his way to the Outer Sunset neighborhood to visit a Japanese sushi restaurant. He tries out a variety of sushi rolls, including a unique creation featuring uni (sea urchin) and quail egg. He also tries out some sake to pair with the sushi.

Throughout his journey, Zimmern meets with local chefs, vendors, and food experts to learn more about the flavors and cultures that make San Francisco's food scene so unique. From traditional Chinese dim sum to modern vegan cuisine, San Francisco has something to offer for every type of foodie.