Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations Season 5 Episode 14 Chiang Mai
- TV-G
- May 30, 2017
- 20 min
In episode 14 of Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations season 5, host Andrew Zimmern explores the unique cuisine of Chiang Mai, a vibrant city in northern Thailand known for its street food and night markets.
Zimmern begins his culinary adventure at the city's largest market, Wororot Market, where he samples an array of sweet and savory treats like kanom krok (coconut cakes), khao soi (curried noodles), and sai oua (spicy sausage). He also meets with local chefs who share their techniques for creating some of Chiang Mai's most iconic dishes.
Next, Zimmern visits one of Chiang Mai's many street food vendors, where he tries khao kha moo (stewed pork leg), a popular Thai comfort food. He then heads to a local home to learn how to make khao tom moo (steamed rice with pork), a dish traditionally enjoyed for breakfast.
As the sun sets, Zimmern heads to the city's bustling Night Bazaar, where he indulges in more street food like miang kham (a sweet and savory snack made with betel leaves), grilled meats, and fresh fruit smoothies. He also learns about the history of the night market and the importance of street food in Thai culture.
The episode concludes with Zimmern traveling out of the city to visit a local farm and taste some of Chiang Mai's freshest produce. He participates in the Thai tradition of grilling fish in banana leaves and learns about the sustainable farming practices used by the farmers.
Overall, this episode of Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations provides a comprehensive look at the diverse and flavorful cuisine of Chiang Mai, showcasing the importance of street food and local markets in Thai culture.