Ep 3. Wonder Women
- TV-G
- April 21, 2017
- 20 min
Guy Fieri takes a road trip to three different restaurants throughout the United States in this episode of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. The episode is titled "Wonder Women" and focuses on female cooks and restaurateurs who are making a name for themselves in the culinary world.
The first stop on the journey is at a restaurant in Las Vegas called Rooster Boy Cafe. The owner and head chef, Sonia El-Nawal, started the cafe as a bakery, but it has since evolved into a full-fledged restaurant. Fieri is impressed with Sonia's Mediterranean-inspired menu and tries out her signature dish, shakshuka. The dish features eggs poached in tomato sauce and is served with fresh bread for dipping.
Next up is a restaurant in Cleveland called The Plum. Fieri meets up with owner and chef Britt-Marie Culey, who left a career in architecture to pursue her passion for baking. The Plum offers customers a unique experience, as they can watch the pastry chefs at work through a glass wall. Culey features Scandinavian-inspired pastries on her menu, and Fieri tries the cardamom coffee cake, which has become a fan favorite.
The final stop on the trip is at a restaurant in Portland called Hat Yai. Fieri meets up with owner and head chef Akkapong "Earl" Ninsom, who grew up in southern Thailand and wanted to bring the flavors of his childhood to the United States. Hat Yai is known for its fried chicken, which Ninsom marinates in a special blend of spices and serves with a side of sticky rice.
Throughout the episode, Fieri highlights the unique and creative dishes these female chefs are creating at their respective restaurants. He also delves into the stories behind each chef's journey to opening her own restaurant and the challenges they faced along the way.
Overall, "Wonder Women" is a celebration of the female chefs and restaurateurs who are making a name for themselves in the culinary world. The episode showcases the diverse range of cuisines and styles that these women bring to the table, and is a testament to the power of perseverance and passion.
