Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations Season 4 Episode 22 Santiago

Host Andrew Zimmern travels to Santiago, Chile in this episode of Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations. Known for its delicious seafood and unique cultural influences, Santiago offers a diverse array of culinary options.

Zimmern begins his exploration at the Mercado Central, a bustling market filled with vendors selling fresh fish and seafood. He tries a variety of Chilean specialties, including sea urchin, clams, and locos (a type of mollusk). Zimmern also visits a nearby restaurant that specializes in Chilean-style sushi, which incorporates local ingredients like avocado and merken (a smoked chili pepper).

Next, Zimmern travels to the bohemian neighborhood of Bellavista, where he tries traditional Chilean street food. He samples a choripán, a sandwich made with grilled sausage and toppings like mayonnaise and avocado. Zimmern also visits a small bakery where he tries empanadas, a savory pastry filled with a variety of meats, cheese, or vegetables.

Zimmern then heads to the Maipo Valley, one of Chile's premier wine regions. He visits a vineyard where he learns about the winemaking process and samples a variety of wines. Zimmern also tries some of the local cuisine, including lamb cooked in a traditional clay oven and chacarero, a sandwich made with thin slices of beef, string beans, avocado, and mayo.

Finally, Zimmern visits a restaurant that celebrates Chile's German heritage. He tries dishes like kuchen, a type of cake, and curanto, a seafood stew made with clams, mussels, and potatoes. Zimmern also learns about the German influence on Chilean beer, trying a few different brews that incorporate local ingredients.

Throughout the episode, Zimmern also delves into the history and culture of Santiago. He visits historic landmarks like La Moneda Palace and learns about the city's rich artistic heritage at the Chilean Museum of Pre-Columbian Art. Zimmern also explores the city's bustling streets and vibrant neighborhoods, meeting locals and getting a taste of Santiago's unique personality.