Ep 13. From Australian to Asian
- TV-G
- August 16, 2019
- 20 min
In episode 13 of season 32 of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives titled "From Australian to Asian," host Guy Fieri takes us on a culinary journey across continents.
The first stop is at a restaurant in Los Angeles that specializes in Australian cuisine. Guy meets the owner, who hails from Down Under, and samples some classic dishes like meat pies and sausage rolls. He also tries a unique spin on avocado toast and a kangaroo burger, which leaves him pleasantly surprised.
Next up, Guy travels to Nashville to visit a joint that takes inspiration from Korean and Mexican flavors. He tries a Korean BBQ taco and a kimchi quesadilla, both of which are packed with flavor and spice. The owner talks about his experience growing up with Korean and Mexican influences and how he blends the two cuisines together in his dishes.
In Atlanta, Guy heads to a Jamaican restaurant that serves up some amazing jerk chicken and pork. He also tries some authentic Jamaican street food like beef patties and coco bread. The owner talks about the importance of spice and seasoning in Jamaican cuisine and how she uses traditional Jamaican methods to cook her dishes.
In San Diego, Guy visits a Vietnamese restaurant that specializes in banh mi sandwiches and pho. He tries a pork belly banh mi and a spicy pho that leave him wanting more. The owner talks about her family's history with Vietnamese cuisine and how she incorporates modern techniques into her cooking.
Lastly, Guy heads to a steakhouse in Boston that doubles as a jazz club. He tries a ribeye steak cooked to perfection and a side of creamed spinach that he calls "out of this world." He also gets to jam with the house band and soak in the cool atmosphere of this unique spot.
Throughout the episode, Guy showcases the diversity of food in America and the many cultures that contribute to it. He chats with the owners and chefs, who share their personal stories and passion for their cuisine. "From Australian to Asian" is a journey not to be missed for foodies and anyone interested in learning about different cuisines.
