Food Paradise Season 12 Episode 8 Off the Beaten Q

Off the Beaten Q is the eighth episode of the twelfth season of Food Paradise, a TV show that explores the best places to find delicious food across America. In this episode, the show's hosts take viewers on a journey to discover the tastiest barbecue joints that are off the beaten path.

The episode starts with a visit to The Joint, a barbecue spot in New Orleans that focuses on slow-smoked meats and homemade sauces. Next is a trip to The Firehouse, a family-owned joint in Johnson City, Tennessee, known for its brisket and pulled pork.

Continuing on the quest for the best BBQ, the show heads to the Blue Door Smokehouse in Lexington, Kentucky, where the owners cook their meats low and slow for up to 18 hours over hickory wood. Then, they visit Corky's BBQ, a legendary Memphis joint that's been serving up BBQ since 1984, and try their famous pulled pork sandwich.

The next stop on the tour is the Skylight Inn BBQ in Ayden, North Carolina, which is considered one of the greatest barbecue spots in the country. The restaurant specializes in whole-hog barbecue, which is cooked for more than 12 hours over hardwood coals.

The hosts also visit the barbecue joint known as Pecan Lodge in Texas, where they indulge in the beef ribs and briskets. Besides, they visit Wall's BBQ, a barbecue spot located in a small Georgia town, and are absolutely mesmerized by the pulled pork they get to try.

Throughout the episode, the hosts meet with the owners and pitmasters behind each restaurant, and learn about the unique techniques they use to prepare their mouthwatering BBQ dishes. They also get to taste a variety of delicious sides, ranging from mac and cheese to baked beans.

This episode highlights the diverse and delicious BBQ offerings across America that are often missed by tourists or those who prefer more well-known spots. Through Off the Beaten Q, viewers are taken on a journey to discover some of America's hidden BBQ gems and learn about the passion and dedication that drives these barbecue masters to create their tasty and unforgettable dishes.