Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Season 2011 Episode 23 Global Comfort
- October 24, 2011
Host Guy Fieri takes viewers on a culinary journey as he visits some of the most beloved eateries across the United States in the 23rd episode of season 2011 of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. This episode, titled Global Comfort, focuses on international comfort food that locals and foodies alike crave and love.
The first stop on the tour is an Italian eatery in California where Chef Giuseppe serves up classic Italian comfort food with a twist. Known for their popular dish, Chicken Parmesan Sandwich, the restaurant offers a wide variety of Italian favorites from classic spaghetti marinara to delectable Muffuletta Sandwich.
Next, Fieri heads to a cozy cafe in Wisconsin that specializes in traditional German cuisine. The cafe is known for their homemade sausages, bratwursts, schnitzels, and other German dishes that have earned them a loyal following in the area. The German-style potato salad and red cabbage are also favorites among the locals.
The third stop on the tour takes us to a Jamaican joint in Denver, Colorado, where Chef Sean serves Jamaican-style barbecue with his own flair. The restaurant's specialty, the Rasta Pasta, is a crowd-pleaser, as is the classic Jerk Chicken. The owner has transformed the former gas station restaurant into a lively space with colorful murals and tropical vibes.
Fieri then travels to a pub in Michigan that serves up classic British fare. The owner, Chef Chris, spent years traveling the world and experiencing different cultures before opening the restaurant. Guests can enjoy dishes like meat pies, Scotch eggs, and homemade chips alongside their favorite brews.
In New York City, Fieri visits a Venezuelan cafe where he tries some of the most traditional dishes of the country. The restaurant makes arepas, a popular Venezuelan street food, with unique fillings like shredded beef and plantains, and a wide variety of sauces that bring the flavors to life. The empanadas are also a favorite among guests.
The final stop on this global comfort tour takes Fieri to a Turkish restaurant in Georgia that has been family-owned for over 25 years. The chef, Nese, serves up traditional Turkish dishes like lamb kebabs and baklava, as well as lesser-known specialties like pide, a type of Turkish Pizza, and sigara borek, a savory phyllo pastry filled with feta and herbs.
Overall, Global Comfort episode of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives offers a diverse and delicious lineup of international comfort food that will undoubtedly leave viewers drooling and inspired to try out some new flavors in their own kitchens.