Big Food Bucket List Season 3 Episode 18 Hip-Hip-Churray
- TVG
- October 15, 2022
In this episode of Big Food Bucket List, host John Catucci travels to Calgary, Alberta to explore the city's food scene. First up, he visits a food truck specializing in loaded kielbasa sausages. John samples a variety of sausages with unique toppings like mac and cheese, fried onions, and bacon bits.
Next, John visits a popular pub known for their burger challenge. The challenge involves devouring a massive burger with 10 patties, cheese, bacon, and all the fixings. John meets a group of friends attempting the challenge and watches as they struggle through each bite.
John's next stop takes him to a downtown bakery where he learns how to make Nanaimo bars, a Canadian dessert consisting of a chocolate and coconut base, custard filling, and chocolate ganache topping. He also samples some of the bakery's other popular treats like maple bacon donuts and chocolate chip cookies.
For dinner, John heads to a hip Indian restaurant with a modern twist. He tries a number of dishes including butter chicken, lamb curry, and a unique cauliflower dish. John also chats with the restaurant's owner about the inspiration behind the menu and the importance of incorporating local ingredients.
To end the night, John visits a popular ice cream shop where he indulges in a unique flavor called "Bee Pollen and Honey". He learns about the process of making ice cream and the challenges of incorporating unique ingredients.
Throughout the episode, John showcases the diversity of Calgary's food scene and highlights the passionate individuals behind each dish. Viewers are left with a craving to try some of the unique and delicious dishes showcased in this episode.