Ep 2. Viva! Vienna! Festival/Contraband Days Festival

In Carnival Eats season 1 episode 2, viewers are taken on a culinary journey to two different festivals in the United States - the Viva! Vienna! Festival in Virginia and the Contraband Days Festival in Louisiana.

At the Viva! Vienna! Festival, host Noah Cappe indulges in some classic carnival favorites like funnel cakes and corn dogs, but he also tries some unique dishes that are specific to the festival. He tries a dish called "horseshoes," which consists of a large piece of toast topped with a hamburger patty, fries and a special cheese sauce.

Noah also samples a dessert called "apple strudel funnel cake," which is an interesting twist on two classic carnival treats. The dessert consists of a funnel cake topped with apple strudel filling, whipped cream, and powdered sugar.

While at the festival, Noah even gets a rare chance to take a spin on a Ferris wheel, giving him the opportunity to take in the sights and sounds of the event from above.

The episode then transitions to the Contraband Days Festival in Louisiana, where Noah tries his hand at catching his own dinner. He takes part in a shrimp-catching competition and then indulges in some delicious dishes featuring the fresh-caught seafood.

Noah also samples a dish called "Cajun crawfish lasagna," which is a creative take on a traditional Italian dish. The lasagna features layers of pasta, crawfish, cheese and a spicy tomato sauce.

In addition to the food, the Contraband Days Festival also features a lot of entertainment, including live music and a pirate reenactment. Noah gets a chance to interact with the performers and learns about the history behind the festival.

Overall, this episode of Carnival Eats showcases two very different festivals with unique culinary offerings. Viewers can indulge in all the delicious food without ever having to leave their own homes.