Ep 9. Eurocentric
- TVG
- February 25, 2013
- 20 min
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7.1 (16)
In season 16 episode 9 of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives titled "Eurocentric," host Guy Fieri takes viewers on a culinary journey across the continent of Europe as he visits three restaurants in the United States that offer authentic European cuisine.
The first stop is at a restaurant that specializes in Scandinavian cuisine. Guy gets a taste of some traditional Swedish dishes, including meatballs, pickled herring, and gravlax. He also gets to try a unique Nordic twist on pizza, made with ingredients like clams, reindeer meat, and lingonberries.
Next, Guy heads to a French bistro where he tries classic dishes like escargots, coq au vin, and bouillabaisse. He also gets to sample some lesser-known French delicacies like frog legs and snails.
The final stop on this Eurocentric tour takes Guy to a German restaurant where he tries some hearty German fare. He gets to sample dishes like schnitzel, bratwurst, and sauerbraten, as well as some classic German sides like red cabbage and spaetzle.
Throughout the episode, Guy talks to the chefs and restaurant owners to learn about the history and traditions behind the dishes that he's trying. He also explores the unique flavors and ingredients that each cuisine has to offer.
Overall, "Eurocentric" offers a fun and educational look at some of the delicious and diverse food that Europe has to offer, all without having to leave the United States.