Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Season 2012 Episode 18 International Eats
- June 18, 2012
Guy Fieri is back on the road to find the best international eats on this episode of Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. In the first stop of the episode, Guy visits a Greek restaurant in Salt Lake City, Utah. He tries out their homemade gyro sandwich, which is filled with fresh, juicy lamb meat and topped with tzatziki sauce. The pita bread is soft and warm, making it the perfect compliment to the savory flavors of the gyro.
Next, Guy travels to San Francisco, California, to visit a small restaurant that specializes in authentic Lebanese cuisine. The chef shows Guy how to make a traditional Lebanese dish called Kibbeh, which is made by mixing ground beef, spices, and bulgur wheat into a dough-like texture. The Kibbeh is then fried until golden brown and served with a side of creamy hummus.
In Denver, Colorado, Guy visits a small family-owned restaurant that serves up authentic Jamaican dishes. He tries their signature dish, a spicy jerk chicken that is marinated for hours in a mixture of spices and then grilled to perfection. The chicken is so tender and flavorful that it practically falls off the bone.
Next, Guy travels to Seattle, Washington, where he visits an old-fashioned diner that serves up classic American comfort food as well as Korean dishes. Guy tries their Korean BBQ burger, which is a fusion of traditional Korean flavors with a classic American burger. The burger patty is topped with a spicy Korean BBQ sauce and kimchi, and served on a brioche bun.
In New Orleans, Louisiana, Guy visits a restaurant that is famous for their Cajun cuisine. He tries their spicy Cajun jambalaya, which is filled with juicy andouille sausage, tender shrimp, and spicy vegetables. The jambalaya is served with a side of crispy fried okra, which is the perfect accompaniment to the bold flavors of the jambalaya.
Finally, Guy travels to Honolulu, Hawaii, to visit a restaurant that is known for their fresh and flavorful poke bowls. Guy tries their signature poke bowl, which is made with fresh ahi tuna, creamy avocado, and a variety of vegetables and sauces. The poke bowl is bursting with fresh, bright flavors, and is the perfect way to end this journey through international cuisine.
With each stop on this episode of Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, Guy proves that no matter where you go in the world, there is always something delicious to eat. From Greek gyros to Hawaiian poke bowls, there is no shortage of flavorful and diverse dishes to discover.