FoodNation With Bobby Flay Season 2 Episode 26 Cleveland, Ohio
- March 15, 2021
- 22 min
In this episode of FoodNation with Bobby Flay, the renowned chef sets his sights on Cleveland, Ohio, a city bustling with food culture and delicious eats.
First up on Bobby's culinary tour of Cleveland is a stop at the West Side Market, a historic indoor market that has been serving up fresh fish, meats, and produce since 1912. Bobby meets up with local chef Michael Symon at the market, and together they explore the different vendors and ingredients on offer.
Next, Bobby heads to Melt Bar & Grilled, a popular local eatery known for its creative spin on grilled cheese sandwiches. The head chef, Matt Fish, shows Bobby how to make his signature sandwich, which features a blend of 13 different cheeses and lots of bacon.
Bobby then takes a trip to a local farm to learn about sustainable farming practices and to gather ingredients for his next stop: Spice Kitchen + Bar. Here, Bobby meets up with chef Ben Bebenroth, whose innovative farm-to-table cuisine highlights the best of Ohio's local agriculture. Bobby and Ben cook up a delicious pork dish with foraged mushrooms and locally sourced vegetables.
Next, Bobby heads to Little Italy, a neighborhood known for its authentic Italian cuisine. He stops by Guarino's, a restaurant that has been serving up classic Italian dishes for over 100 years. Bobby meets with the owner, who shares the history of the restaurant and shows Bobby how to make their famous meatballs.
Finally, Bobby ends his journey in Cleveland at Slyman's Restaurant, a downtown institution known for its massive corned beef sandwiches. Bobby meets with the owner, who walks him through the process of making their signature sandwich, from brining the beef to carving it and stacking it high on fresh rye bread.
Throughout the episode, Bobby showcases the unique flavors and food culture of Cleveland, highlighting the best of the city's local cuisine. From historic markets to innovative farm-to-table restaurants, Cleveland proves to be a food lover's paradise.