Ep 8. Las Vegas

Part of the Bizarre Foods franchise, Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations is a travel series hosted by chef Andrew Zimmern. The premise of the show is to explore the foods and culinary traditions of a particular city or region. Season 9 episode 8 takes viewers to the flashy and iconic city of Las Vegas.

As the episode kicks off, we see Zimmern walking down the brightly-lit Las Vegas Strip, surrounded by bright lights and bustling crowds. He explains that while Las Vegas may be known for its casinos and party atmosphere, it's also a hotspot for some truly unique and delicious eats.

One of the first stops on Zimmern's culinary tour of Las Vegas is a local Mexican restaurant that specializes in street food. Here, he samples everything from tacos to tamales to a soup made from goat stomach. Despite the unusual ingredients, Zimmern is impressed by the depth of flavor in each dish.

Next up, Zimmern explores the Chinatown neighborhood of Las Vegas, which is home to a wide range of Asian restaurants. He visits a sushi restaurant where the chefs use only the freshest fish and ingredients to create truly impressive dishes. He also tries his hand at making his own sushi roll, with mixed results.

For dessert, Zimmern stops at a bakery that specializes in French-style pastries. He tries a variety of treats, from buttery croissants to macarons to a towering cake filled with layers of chocolate and hazelnut.

One of the most unique stops on Zimmern's Las Vegas food tour is a restaurant that specializes in dishes made with insects. Zimmern bravely tries everything from cricket tacos to a dish made from silkworms. While he admits that the idea of eating bugs can be off-putting to many people, he's impressed by the nutritional value and sustainability of this type of cuisine.

Of course, no trip to Las Vegas would be complete without indulging in some classic American fare. Zimmern heads to a traditional diner where he tries a massive breakfast platter filled with eggs, bacon, pancakes, and more. He's also impressed by the massive "Sandwich King" challenge, which involves eating a 10-pound sandwich in under an hour.

Finally, Zimmern visits a steakhouse, where he gets a taste of some of the finest beef in the country. He learns about the aging process that makes the meat so tender and flavorful and samples a variety of cuts, including a massive tomahawk steak.

Throughout the episode, Zimmern is enthusiastic about trying new and unusual dishes, and he encourages viewers to be open-minded about exploring different types of foods. He emphasizes the importance of respecting culinary traditions and the people who create the dishes, even if they may seem bizarre or unconventional. By the end of the episode, viewers are left with a newfound appreciation for the diverse and delicious cuisine that can be found in Las Vegas.