Bizarre Foods America Season 6 Episode 16 Embassy Row
- May 31, 2011
In the season 6 episode 16 of Bizarre Foods America, host Andrew Zimmern takes viewers on a culinary journey through Washington D.C.'s Embassy Row. This historic neighborhood is home to over 170 embassies, each representing a unique culture and cuisine.
Zimmern begins his exploration at the Embassy of Haiti, where he samples traditional Caribbean dishes like griot (fried pork) and pikliz (spicy pickled vegetables). Next, he heads to the Embassy of Ethiopia to try injera, a sourdough flatbread served with an array of savory stews and dips.
At the Embassy of Turkey, Zimmern learns about the country's rich spice trade and tries dishes like lamb kebab and manti (Turkish dumplings). He then visits the Embassy of Brazil for a taste of feijoada, a hearty stew made with black beans, pork, and sausage.
Zimmern also ventures beyond Embassy Row to explore D.C.'s diverse food scene. He visits a Salvadoran restaurant for pupusas (thick corn tortillas filled with cheese and pork), and samples Korean fried chicken at a local food truck.
Throughout the episode, Zimmern emphasizes the importance of food in connecting people and cultures. He meets with several ambassadors to learn about the role food plays in diplomacy, and even attends a food festival celebrating the cultural diversity of D.C.
Overall, Embassy Row showcases the incredible diversity of cuisine in our nation's capital and highlights the ways in which food can bring people together.