Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations Season 10 Episode 4 Martha's Vineyard
- TV-G
- December 29, 2020
- 20 min
In the Martha's Vineyard episode of Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations season 10, host Andrew Zimmern takes viewers on a culinary tour of this popular vacation spot located off the coast of Massachusetts. Andrew explores the island's rich history and its unique food culture by meeting locals and trying some of the most unusual and delicious dishes in town.
Andrew starts his journey by visiting a classic seafood shack where he dines on freshly caught oysters, clams, and lobsters. He then heads to a local farm where he samples some of the haute cuisine of the island, including goat cheesecake and farm-to-table barbecue made with locally sourced ingredients.
Next, Andrew explores the island's Afro-Caribbean food scene, which has a long-standing history on Martha's Vineyard. He tries jerk chicken and other West Indian-style dishes at a local food truck, and then moves on to try some of the island's best Jamaican patties.
Andrew also delves into the island's Portuguese heritage by visiting a family-owned bakery that has been in business for over a century. He tries traditional Portuguese sweet bread and cod cakes, and learns about the cultural significance of these dishes on Martha's Vineyard.
Finally, Andrew explores the island's rich history by visiting the gingerbread houses of Oak Bluffs and by trying traditional Native American dishes at the Wampanoag tribe's annual powwow festival.
Throughout the episode, Andrew highlights the unique dishes that make Martha's Vineyard a true culinary destination and showcases the island's diverse and fascinating history. With his signature wit and expertise, Andrew makes this episode a must-watch for anyone interested in food and travel.