Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations Season 11 Episode 5 Zagreb
- TV-G
- April 27, 2021
- 20 min
In this episode of Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations, host Andrew Zimmern takes viewers to Zagreb, the capital city of Croatia. Known for its rich history and diverse cuisine, Zagreb offers a unique culinary experience.
Zimmern begins his journey at Dolac Market, one of the largest outdoor markets in the city. Here, he explores the various stalls and samples local specialties such as kulen, a spicy cured meat, and fresh truffles.
Next, Zimmern visits a local bakery to try traditional pastries such as kremšnite and gibanica. These desserts are made with layers of pastry and creamy fillings such as custard and cheese.
Zimmern also explores the city's rich seafood culture, visiting the bustling Fish Market and sampling fresh catches such as octopus and scampi. He then heads to a local restaurant to try other seafood dishes such as black risotto, made with squid ink, and grilled sardines.
For a taste of the city's traditional meat dishes, Zimmern visits a local taverna where he tries the famous Zagreb schnitzel. This dish features a large, thin slice of breaded and fried veal, served with potatoes or cabbage salad.
Zimmern also discovers the city's unique coffee culture, visiting one of Zagreb's many coffee shops and trying the local specialty, kava s pjenom. This coffee is made with a layer of whipped cream on top, giving it a rich and creamy texture.
Finally, Zimmern indulges in some sweet treats at a local dessert shop, trying delicacies such as fritule, small doughnuts flavored with rum and citrus, and krostule, crispy fried dough with a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
Throughout the episode, Zimmern also delves into the rich history and culture of Zagreb, highlighting how its food is influenced by the city's diverse culinary traditions.
Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations season 11 episode 5 takes viewers on a mouthwatering journey through the vibrant city of Zagreb, showcasing its unique and diverse cuisine.