Ep 5. Paris

In season 3 episode 5 of Bizarre Foods, host Andrew Zimmern takes us on a culinary journey through the bustling city of Paris. The episode showcases the wide variety of food that the city has to offer, from traditional French cuisine to immigrant culture-inspired dishes.

The episode starts off with Andrew exploring the city's markets, where he tries a variety of cheeses and pastries. He is then taken to a local restaurant where he samples some of the classic French dishes such as frog legs and escargot. The episode also highlights the city's iconic cafe culture, featuring visits to popular spots like Cafe de Flore and Les Deux Magots.

The episode also delves into the city's cosmopolitan food scene, highlighting the influence of different cultures on French cuisine. Andrew visits a Syrian bakery and tries traditional falafel and a unique stuffed pastry known as fatayer. He also explores the city's vibrant Asian food scene, featuring visits to some of Paris' top Vietnamese, Chinese, and Japanese restaurants.

One of the standout moments of the episode is Andrew's visit to Le Comptoir General, a bar that serves up innovative, experimental cocktails made with ingredients like seaweed and insects. This segment showcases the city's thriving young, hipster scene and how it is influencing the food and drink culture of Paris.

The episode concludes with Andrew exploring some of the unusual and exotic foods that can be found in Paris, such as snails and horse meat. Andrew also visits a local market where he tries some of the less well-known French delicacies such as andouillette (a type of sausage made with pig intestines) and tête de veau (a dish made with calf's head).

Overall, Bizarre Foods season 3 episode 5 is a fascinating and enjoyable look into the diverse and exciting food culture of Paris. Andrew's enthusiastic and adventurous approach to food makes this episode a must-see for anyone who loves food and enjoys exploring different culinary cultures.