Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern Season 6 Episode 16 Embassy Row

In season 6 episode 16 of Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern, titled "Embassy Row," Andrew explores the diverse cuisine of Washington D.C. by visiting the embassies of various countries located on Embassy Row.

Andrew begins his embassy tour by visiting the embassy of Peru where he samples a popular coastal dish called ceviche made with fresh fish, lime, and rocoto pepper. He also tries two other traditional Peruvian dishes: anticuchos (grilled cow heart) and guinea pig, which is considered a delicacy in Peru.

Next, Andrew heads to the embassy of Ethiopia where he learns about the country's unique coffee culture and enjoys a traditional coffee ceremony. He also tries injera, a sourdough flatbread, and various stews called wots, made with beef, lamb, and vegetables.

Andrew then visits the embassy of Saudi Arabia where he learns about the importance of hospitality in Arab culture. He tries a variety of dishes including chicken kabsa, a spiced rice dish with caramelized onions, saffron, and raisins, and shakshuka, a stew made with tomatoes, onions, and eggs.

After Saudi Arabia, Andrew visits the embassy of Greece where he samples various meze (appetizers) such as tzatziki, feta cheese, and dolmades (stuffed vine leaves). He also tries a traditional Greek dish called moussaka, a casserole made with eggplant, minced meat, and béchamel sauce.

Andrew then goes to the embassy of Hungary where he tries goulash, a hearty stew made with beef, paprika, and vegetables. He also samples chimney cake, a sweet pastry rolled in cinnamon and sugar.

Lastly, Andrew visits the embassy of Guatemala where he tries pepián, a spicy chicken stew made with pumpkin seeds and chili peppers. He also samples chuchitos, a type of tamale made with corn dough, chicken, and tomato sauce.

Throughout the episode, Andrew showcases the cultural significance of each dish and how it reflects the history and traditions of the country it comes from. He also highlights the importance of diplomatic relations and how food plays a role in bringing people from different cultures together.