Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Season 2010 Episode 17 Comfort Food with Attitude
- June 7, 2010
In this episode of Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, host Guy Fieri travels across America's heartland in search of comfort food with attitude. From classic diner fare to eclectic fusion cuisine, Guy visits a variety of eateries that deliver big flavors and bold personalities.
First, Guy visits a family-run restaurant in Chicago that specializes in Polish comfort food. He tries their famous pierogies, stuffed with everything from sauerkraut to bacon and egg, before sinking his teeth into their hearty beef goulash.
Next, Guy heads to a diner in Omaha where he samples their unique take on chicken and waffles. Instead of the usual maple syrup, they serve it up with spicy honey butter and a side of jalapeno grits.
In Denver, Guy checks out a fusion restaurant that blends Korean and Mexican flavors. He tries their Korean BBQ tacos, stuffed with tender beef, tangy kimchi, and spicy gochujang sauce, before washing it down with a refreshing watermelon and basil agua fresca.
In Louisville, Guy stops by a barbecue joint that's famous for their pulled pork. He tries it two ways: piled high on a sandwich with slaw and pickles, and stuffed into a crispy fried egg roll with sweet chili sauce.
In Nashville, Guy visits a southern comfort food restaurant that's known for their fried chicken and biscuits. He tries their signature dish, which features tender chicken bathed in hot sauce and served atop a fluffy biscuit with house-made pepper jelly.
Finally, Guy travels to San Francisco to check out a Filipino restaurant that's dishing up some seriously flavorful comfort food. He tries their crispy pork belly adobo, served with garlic rice and a side of tangy pickled papaya.
Throughout the episode, Guy chats with the chefs and owners of each restaurant, learning about the history and inspiration behind their unique takes on comfort food. With his signature charm and enthusiasm, he encourages viewers to branch out and try something new, while still celebrating the comforting, familiar flavors we all know and love.