Ep 3. Miso Hungry
- July 17, 2014
Miso Hungry is the third episode of the fifth season of the popular food show Eat St. Hosted by James Cunningham, the show takes viewers on a mouth-watering journey across North America in search of the best street food.
In this episode, James travels to the Pacific Northwest to explore the food scene in Portland, Oregon. Known for its innovative and unique culinary offerings, Portland is a foodie's paradise with a thriving street food culture. James gets a taste of the city's vibrant food scene, trying out some of the most delicious and creative dishes from local food trucks and carts.
The first stop on James's gastronomic adventure is at a food truck called Bao Bao, which serves up steamed buns with an Asian twist. James tries the classic pork belly bao, which is stuffed with slow-braised pork belly, pickled veggies, and peanuts, all served on a pillowy soft bun. He also samples the braised beef bao, which is just as satisfying with its tender beef, hoisin sauce, and scallions.
Next up is Nong's Khao Man Gai, another popular food truck that specializes in Thai chicken and rice. James meets the truck's owner, Nong Poonsukwattana, who shares with him the secret to making the perfect khao man gai. The dish consists of poached chicken, fragrant jasmine rice, and a spicy ginger sauce. James is impressed by the simplicity and deliciousness of the dish and can't resist going back for seconds.
James then makes his way to the Tiffin Asha cart, which serves up Indian street food with a modern twist. He tries the chicken tikka masala poutine, a unique spin on the traditional Canadian dish. The poutine is loaded with crispy fries, cheese curds, and tender chicken in a creamy tikka masala sauce, making for a savory and comforting meal.
The next food truck on the list is Viking Soul Food, which specializes in Norwegian-inspired cuisine. James talks to the owner, Megan Walhood, who tells him about the Nordic tradition of open-face sandwiches called smørrebrød. He tries the smoked salmon and beet smørrebrød, which is a colorful and flavorful dish with creamy herbed cheese, dill, and capers.
Finally, James visits the Sugar Shop, a dessert cart that offers a variety of sweet treats. He tries the bacon maple bar, a popular and indulgent pastry made with maple frosting and bits of crispy bacon on top. James also samples the creamy and refreshing lavender honey ice cream, which is the perfect way to end his food-filled day in Portland.
Overall, Miso Hungry highlights the diverse and exciting street food scene in Portland, showcasing the creativity and passion of local food entrepreneurs. James's enthusiasm and love for good food are infectious, making viewers crave a taste of the delicious and unique dishes featured on the show.
