Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern Season 3 Episode 7 Halloween
- TV-PG
- October 21, 2008
- 60 min
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6.7 (10)
In the season 3 episode 7 of Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern, titled "Halloween", Andrew explores some of the spookiest and most unusual foods in the United States, just in time for Halloween. From the Louisiana Bayou to the Colorado Rockies, Andrew discovers foodie traditions that are a bit out of the ordinary.
The episode begins in Louisiana, where Andrew dives into the swamps in search of some unusual Halloween treats. Here, he meets a group of Cajun fishermen who take him out on their boat for a gator hunt. After a successful catch, Andrew is introduced to a local chef who prepares a spooky Cajun-style dish featuring the alligator meat. The dish is not only delicious but also has a unique texture and flavor.
Next, Andrew travels to Colorado where he encounters some unique Halloween traditions. In the Rocky Mountains, he meets a group of seniors who celebrate Halloween in a rather unconventional way. They give Andrew a warm welcome and invite him into their homes to try out some of their favorite Halloween treats. One of the treats is a type of candy made from a local wildflower called the yarrow, which is believed to have medicinal properties.
Andrew also visits a farm where the locals are busy preparing for Halloween with a unique twist. Here, Andrew learns about a special breed of pigs that are raised exclusively for their meat. The farmers give Andrew a tour of the farm and he gets to try out their unique and delicious pork dishes.
The episode takes a spooky turn when Andrew visits a ghost town in Nevada, where he learns about the rich history of the abandoned mining town. Andrew explores the town, which still has a few remaining residents who show him how to cook up some traditional western food, including rattlesnake and rabbit stews.
Finally, Andrew heads to San Francisco where he discovers a new Halloween tradition. Instead of trick-or-treating, families in San Francisco celebrate Halloween with a Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) parade. Andrew learns about the significance of this tradition and even joins in on the parade with the locals. He tries out some delicious Mexican street food and learns about traditional Halloween desserts like pumpkin empanadas.
Overall, the season 3 episode 7 of Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern, titled "Halloween", offers a unique and interesting look into some of the unusual food traditions that take place during Halloween in different parts of the United States. Andrew's adventures take him from the Bayou to the Rocky Mountains and beyond. Viewers are sure to be captivated by the spooky and unusual culinary treats that Andrew discovers along the way.