Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern Season 6 Episode 3 Venice

In Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern season 6 episode 3, Andrew explores the unique culinary traditions of Venice, Italy. He begins his journey at the Rialto Market where he samples the freshest seafood and produce. Andrew has a taste of the rare and expensive St. Peter's fish and savors the traditional Venetian dish of risi e bisi.

Andrew then takes a gondola ride to a small island where he meets a family who runs a beloved bakery known for its iconic biscotti and other sweet treats. He learns about the history and importance of these baked goods in Venetian culture and of the techniques used to make them.

Next, Andrew visits a restaurant that specializes in traditional Venetian cuisine and has a unique take on some of the classic dishes. He tries out dishes such as the frito misto, which is a platter of fried seafood and vegetables. Andrew also tries sarde in saor, a dish of fried sardines, onions, and raisins in vinegar.

Continuing the exploration of Venetian food culture, Andrew visits a local restaurant which prides itself on preserving ancient recipes. He has a taste of the canal-caught eel soup, which is a signature dish in Venice and tests out some of the traditional techniques used to catch eel in the canals.

Andrew also has an opportunity to check out the local wines at a winery on the mainland just outside of Venice. He has a chance to have a taste of the locally produced Prosecco and Cabernet Sauvignon, which pair beautifully with the Venetian cuisine.

Finally, Andrew samples some street food in Venice including the famous cicchetti - small plates of savory food enjoyed with a glass of local wine. He experiences the vibrant and bustling atmosphere of a bacaro, a type of Venetian bar that serves cicchetti.

Throughout the episode, Andrew explores and discovers the unique flavors and culinary traditions of Venice, Italy.