Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations Season 9 Episode 14 Goa

In season 9 episode 14 of Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations, host Andrew Zimmern takes viewers on a culinary journey to Goa, India. Located on the western coast of the country, Goa is known for its Portuguese influence and its beautiful beaches.

Andrew begins his exploration of Goan cuisine at a local spice market, where he sees the array of spices unique to the region and learns about their uses in cooking. He then visits a local fishing village to see where the fresh seafood served in Goan cuisine is sourced.

One of the most popular dishes in Goa is vindaloo, and Andrew visits a local restaurant to taste the traditional pork vindaloo. He also tries other dishes such as chicken cafreal and fish recheado.

Andrew meets with local chefs and home cooks to learn about the history and significance of Goan cuisine. He visits a family who make feni, a locally distilled spirit made from cashew fruit, and samples some himself.

Andrew also explores the street food scene in Goa, trying snacks such as the bhaji and pao, a type of bread with a spicy fried vegetable filling, and the popular vada pav, a potato fritter sandwich.

Finally, Andrew attends a traditional Goan feast, or feni party, where he meets locals and tries a variety of dishes made from local ingredients.

Throughout the episode, Andrew showcases the unique blend of Indian and Portuguese influence in Goan cuisine, and highlights the importance of using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients in creating delicious dishes.

Fans of Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations, and those interested in world cuisine and travel, will enjoy this fascinating exploration of Goan food culture.