Carnival Kings

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  • 2018
  • 1 Season

Carnival Kings is a cooking show that premiered on Cooking Channel in 2018. The show features three carnival food experts - Richie Farina, Debra Norton-Miller, and Keisha Brooks - as they travel across the United States to explore the country's most creative and delicious carnival foods.

Farina, Norton-Miller, and Brooks are all experts on carnival food, and they bring their own unique perspectives and expertise to the show. Farina is a chef and engineer who specializes in creating unique and innovative carnival foods, Norton-Miller is a food historian who has spent years researching the history of carnival food, and Brooks is a seasoned carnival food vendor who knows how to create delicious and crowd-pleasing dishes.

Throughout the show, the hosts visit a range of carnival events and festivals, from small-town street fairs to giant state fairs. Along the way, they sample a huge variety of carnival foods, from classics like corn dogs and funnel cakes to more unique offerings like deep-fried Oreos and barbecue bacon-wrapped meatballs.

However, Carnival Kings is not just about eating delicious food - it's also about discovering the creative and entrepreneurial spirit that drives the carnival food industry. The hosts talk to carnival vendors and food truck owners to learn how they developed their signature dishes and built their businesses. They also explore the ways in which carnival food has developed and changed over the years, from its early origins in medieval Europe to the modern-day food truck scene.

Some of the most memorable moments from the show come from the hosts' interactions with the carnival vendors themselves. Farina, Norton-Miller, and Brooks are all passionate about their subject matter, and they manage to draw out fascinating stories and insights from the vendors they meet. Whether they're geeking out over the finer points of deep-frying techniques or discussing the best way to season a batch of fresh-cut fries, the hosts are always engaging and entertaining.

In addition to its focus on carnival culture and cuisine, Carnival Kings also incorporates a bit of friendly competition into each episode. In each location they visit, the hosts take part in a mini-cook-off, where they have to come up with their own unique carnival dish using a mystery ingredient. These challenges are a fun way to see how the hosts' different backgrounds and cooking styles influence their approach to creating carnival food.

Overall, Carnival Kings is a fun and entertaining show that manages to strike a balance between educating and entertaining its viewers. Whether you're a die-hard carnival food fan or just interested in learning more about the industry, there's something here for everyone. The hosts are charismatic and knowledgeable, and the carnival food they showcase is sure to make your mouth water. So sit back, grab a corn dog or funnel cake, and enjoy the ride with Carnival Kings.

Carnival Kings is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (9 episodes). The series first aired on January 18, 2018.

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Seasons
Captain's Chicken Sandwich
9. Captain's Chicken Sandwich
August 30, 2018
Richie Farina takes on the "Captain's Chicken Sandwich" at the Alameda County Fair near the San Francisco Bay.
Donut Burger? Bombs Away!
8. Donut Burger? Bombs Away!
August 23, 2018
Richie Farina has found an over-the-top burger battle at the Sacramento County Fair in Northern California! Al and Bobbie Sensano of Al's BBQ Pit created an all-out Asian-inspired assault on the senses with their "Kanak Attack" Burger that has people lining up to try it. Richie now has just 24 hours to make his own version of their burger before going to a competition judged by fairgoers.
Frozen Treat Tag - You're It!
7. Frozen Treat Tag - You're It!
August 16, 2018
Richie Farina has found a dessert titan near the San Francisco Bay! Matt Holguin of Fabe's Churros and Gelato has taken over the Alameda County Fair with his Bacon Caramel Gelato Milkshake and now Richie has just 24 hours to come up with his own spin on that refreshing concoction. He'll then face a head-to-head cook-off where actual fairgoers will determine whose dessert is the best.
What's Your Queso-DILLA, Man?
6. What's Your Queso-DILLA, Man?
August 9, 2018
Richie Farina hits the road to Southern California where he may have met his match at the San Bernardino County Fair. Jessica and Daniel Lopez of Orale Taco Grille created a Deep-Fried Quesadilla they call the "Queso Loco" and it's the food sensation of the fair. Now, Richie only has 24 hours to come up with his own version of their crazy concoction before battling it out in a head-to-head cook-off judged by fairgoers.
What Came First, The Burger...or the Egg?
5. What Came First, The Burger...or the Egg?
August 2, 2018
Richie Farina is rolling the dice at the Great American Foodie Fest in Las Vegas, Nevada! Robert Magsalin's Fukuburger Food Truck was voted the Best in Las Vegas and his fried egg "Tomago Burger" is tearing up the food scene in Sin City. Now, Richie has 24 hours to come up with his own version of Robert's big-time burger before a head-to-head cook-off where the fairgoers decide on a winner.
It's Nacho Business, Dude
4. It's Nacho Business, Dude
July 26, 2018
Fearless Chef Richie Farina hits the road in search of cutting-edge culinary competition, and he finds it at the Pima County Fair outside Tucson, Arizona. He takes on Nate Janousek of Texas Steak Out and his deep-fried carnival twist on nachos supreme. Richie has just 24 hours to come up with his own version of Nate's insane nachos before a head-to-head cook-off, judged by fairgoers, decides the winner.
We All Scream for Ice Cream! And Waffles!
3. We All Scream for Ice Cream! And Waffles!
July 19, 2018
Chef Richie Farina hits the road in search of cutting-edge culinary competition, and he's found it at the Great American Foodie Fest in Las Vegas, Nevada. He takes on Adam Terry of Waffle Love and his fluffy, ice cream-covered Dulce de Liege Waffle. Richie has just 24 hours to come up with his version of Adam's decadent dessert before before fairgoers pick a winner in a head-to-head cook-off.
Duck, Duck...Sliders
2. Duck, Duck...Sliders
July 12, 2018
Michelin-starred Chef Richie Farina hits the road in search of innovative culinary competitions, and he's found one at the Pima County Fair outside Tucson, Arizona. He takes on Dominic Palmieri's Duck Sliders with Flaming Hot Cheetos and Caramel Apple Slaw, served with a side of bacon fat tater tots. Richie has just 24 hours to come up with his own version of Dominic's crazy concoction before a head-to-head cook-off, judged by fairgoers, decides the winner.
Deep-Fried Burger Battle
1. Deep-Fried Burger Battle
January 18, 2018
Fearlessly innovative artist and Michelin-starred chef Richie Farina is hitting the road in search of cutting-edge culinary competition, and he's found two worthy adversaries at the biggest "carnival" in the country -- the State Fair of Texas. Brothers Brent and Juan Reaves have created a Texas-sized sensation with their "Deep-Fried Bacon Burger Dog Slider on a Stick" and now Richie has 24 hours to come up with his own version of their famous dish. A head-to-head cook-off is judged by real fairgoers and they decide whose burger is really better.
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Where to Watch Carnival Kings
Carnival Kings is available for streaming on the Cooking Channel website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Carnival Kings on demand at Amazon, Vudu, Google Play and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    January 18, 2018