United Tastes of America Season 3 Episode 7

Ep 7. Wellfleet Oyster Festival

  • February 21, 2012
  • 20 min

United Tastes of America is a food and travel show that takes viewers on an incredible journey across the United States to explore the unique culinary traditions that are woven into the cultural fabric of each region. In season 3 episode 7, entitled Wellfleet Oyster Festival, host Jeffrey Saad takes us to the small village of Wellfleet, Massachusetts, to experience the magic of one of the most celebrated seafood festivals in the country.

Wellfleet is a quaint Cape Cod village with a vibrant and rich history that dates back more than three centuries. Its location on the coast of Massachusetts makes it a perfect spot for fishing, and seafood has been an essential part of Wellfleet's tradition for generations. The oysters found in Wellfleet are some of the world's best, and the annual oyster festival pays homage to this beloved delicacy.

The episode begins with Jeffrey exploring the town's charming streets filled with beautiful colonial architecture and small boutiques. He meets up with locals who are preparing for the festival, including a chef who gives him a preview of what to expect. The festival takes place in public grounds overlooking the bay, and it's packed with stalls selling everything from lobster rolls, clam chowder, and other seafood delicacies.

Jeffrey takes a tour of the festival, tasting the various seafood dishes and meeting the locals who have been coming to the festival for decades. He's fascinated by their passion for the shellfish, and he learns about the intricate process of oyster farming. He visits a nearby oyster farm where he meets the growers who take him through the process of harvesting and cultivating oysters.

The episode goes on to showcase competitions and events that take place during the festival, including shucking contests, where oyster shuckers compete to see who can shuck the most oysters in the shortest amount of time. Jeffrey also experiences the Oyster Slurping Contest, where contestants race to slurp down as many oysters as they can in 60 seconds.

As the day begins to wind down, Jeffrey visits a historic restaurant that has been serving Wellfleet oysters for over a century. He meets the chef, who shares his secret recipe for creating the perfect oyster shooter. Oyster shooters are a local tradition, and Jeffrey enthusiastically samples the dish, and gives a thumbs-up approval to the chef's creation.

The episode ends with Jeffrey reflecting on his time at the festival, filled with happy faces and satisfied stomachs. He marvels at the tradition and culture that's been preserved in Wellfleet and the passion the town has for seafood, particularly the beloved oyster. Anyone who loves food and is fascinated by the stories behind the culinary traditions of America will find this episode an absolute delight. United Tastes of America is a must-watch for foodies who love to travel, explore, and try new things.

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United Tastes of America, Season 3 Episode 7, is available to watch and stream on Cooking Channel. You can also buy, rent United Tastes of America on demand at Discovery+, Amazon Prime online.
  • First Aired
    February 21, 2012
  • Runtime
    20 min
  • Language
    English