Ep 10. By Hand and by Fork
- TV-G
- September 25, 2015
- 21 min
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6.7 (8)
In this episode of Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, host Guy Fieri takes viewers on a culinary journey through restaurants that specialize in handmade and inventive dishes. The episode is appropriately titled "By Hand and by Fork," and features some of the best restaurants in the country that pride themselves on their from-scratch cooking techniques.
The first stop on this gastronomical tour is a family-run diner in Minneapolis that has been serving up classic American breakfast dishes for over 50 years. Guy chats with the owner and learns about how the diner makes their own sausage and bacon from scratch, and then takes a bite of their famous corned beef hash. The dining room is filled with regulars who have been coming to the diner for generations, and the classic, homemade dishes are a big reason why.
Next, Guy heads to a Greenville, South Carolina restaurant that combines Southern flavors with Latin-inspired dishes. The chef at this trendy spot explains how he makes everything from scratch, including the housemade chorizo that goes into their breakfast burritos. Guy tries one of these burritos and is blown away by the depth of flavor and the perfect balance of spice.
The third and final stop on this episode takes us to a Chicago restaurant that is famous for its housemade pasta dishes. The owner and head chef demonstrates how to make pasta by hand, and Guy gets a chance to try his own hand at it. The dish they prepare together - a simple but delicious spaghetti with tomato sauce - is a reminder that sometimes the simplest dishes can be the most satisfying. The episode ends with Guy reflecting on the importance of cooking from scratch and the unique flavor and character it adds to a dish.
Overall, "By Hand and by Fork" is a celebration of restaurants that prioritize quality and flavor over convenience. From the handmade sausages and chorizo to the fresh pasta, each dish on this episode is a testament to the passion and dedication of the chefs and restaurant owners featured. Whether you're a seasoned foodie or just looking for some mouthwatering inspiration, this episode is not to be missed.
