Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations Season 5 Episode 7 Dallas
- TV-G
- May 9, 2017
- 21 min
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In this episode of Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations, host Andrew Zimmern takes viewers on a culinary journey through the city of Dallas, Texas. Known for its bustling food scene, Dallas offers a unique blend of Southern, Tex-Mex and Southwestern cuisine.
Zimmern first heads to a local BBQ establishment, where he samples some of the finest brisket in the city. The meat, cooked for hours over mesquite wood, melts in his mouth and is complemented perfectly by a tangy BBQ sauce.
Next, Zimmern visits a restaurant specializing in Southern comfort food. He gets to try some classic Southern dishes like fried chicken, macaroni and cheese, and collard greens. The restaurant's owner shares stories about the history of Southern cuisine and how she puts her own spin on traditional recipes.
In the heart of Dallas, Zimmern visits a corner bakery that has been serving up authentic Mexican pastries for generations. He tries a variety of sweet and savory treats, including conchas, a traditional Mexican pastry topped with a sugary glaze, and empanadas filled with beef and vegetables.
Later, Zimmern heads to a Tex-Mex restaurant where he samples a platter of enchiladas and tacos filled with a variety of meats and topped with salsa and guacamole. He learns about the history of Tex-Mex cuisine and how it came to be a staple in the Dallas food scene.
In the city's historic West End district, Zimmern explores a food hall that features a wide variety of vendors serving up everything from burgers to sushi. He tries a dish called "Korean fried chicken", a crunchy and spicy take on traditional fried chicken, and learns about the fusion of Korean and Southern cuisine that inspired the dish.
Finally, Zimmern visits a trendy restaurant that specializes in farm-to-table cuisine. He samples a variety of dishes made with locally-sourced ingredients, including a dish of roasted vegetables and a seafood platter filled with fresh Gulf shrimp and oysters.
Throughout the episode, Zimmern highlights the unique flavors and traditions that make Dallas such a dynamic food destination. From classic Southern comfort food to spicy Tex-Mex dishes and beyond, this episode of Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations offers a virtual taste of the city's diverse culinary scene.