BBQ Crawl Season 2 Episode 7 Po Boys, Shrimpin', Trawlin' and BBQ Crawin'
- July 23, 2014
The BBQ Crawl crew is exploring the Southern coast in season 2 episode 7, titled "Po Boys, Shrimpin', Trawlin' and BBQ Crawin'." Host Danielle Dimovski and her team start their journey in Louisiana, a state known for its delicious Po Boy sandwiches. They visit a local restaurant that specializes in serving various types of Po Boys. The BBQ Crawl team samples different flavors, from traditional roast beef to a seafood version filled with fried shrimp.
Next, the crew travels to Biloxi, Mississippi, where they embark on a shrimping adventure. They meet up with a local captain who takes them out on his trawler to hunt for fresh shrimp. With the help of the crew, they pull in a massive catch of succulent Gulf shrimp, and Danielle learns the proper way to de-head and clean them. The team savors the catch of the day, as the freshly caught shrimp are cooked on the BBQ onboard the trawler.
As the team continues along the Southern coast, they stop in a small town, where they are surprised to find a budding BBQ joint that is gaining popularity with the locals. The BBQ Crawl crew interviews the owner, who shares his philosophy about using locally-sourced ingredients to create his BBQ sauce. They try a variety of dishes at the restaurant, including pulled pork sandwiches, brisket, and their signature dish, pork belly tacos.
The climax of the episode takes place in New Orleans, Louisiana, where the team attends the annual BBQ and Blues Festival. Danielle meets up with some of the best pitmasters from around the country, all eager to showcase their best BBQ recipes. She samples different types of meats cooked in various styles, such as Memphis-style dry rub, Texas-style beef, and of course, Southern-style slow-cooked pork.
Along with the amazing BBQ, the team gets to enjoy classic New Orleans music, including performances by local jazz bands. They even get to participate in a traditional second line parade, complete with vibrant costumes and lively music.
The episode ends with Danielle reflecting on the journey along the Southern coast and how each location offered a unique take on BBQ and food culture. She expresses her joy in being able to experience such different styles and flavors and shares her excitement for what the future holds for BBQ Crawl.
Overall, "Po Boys, Shrimpin', Trawlin' and BBQ Crawin'" offers a mouth-watering tour of the Southern coast's culinary delights, not just BBQ, but traditional seafood like shrimp, and even the iconic Po Boy sandwich. It showcases the diverse ways in which BBQ is prepared and cooked across the Southern US and celebrates the culture of the region.