Ham on the Street Season 2 Episode 9 Pizza

Ham on the Street is a food-themed show that explores the world of unique and unexpected dishes found across the United States. In season 2 episode 9, titled Pizza, the host, George Duran, takes viewers on a journey to discover the craziest and most delicious pizzas from around the country.

The episode opens with George introducing the concept of pizza as a food, and its origins in Italy. He then states that pizza has become a ubiquitous food across the United States and that there are many different styles of pizza, each with its unique taste and presentation.

The first stop on this pizza adventure is Brooklyn, New York, where George visits a pizzeria known for its super-thin crust. The host marvels at the skill of the pizzaiolos, who are able to toss and shape the dough with ease, creating a perfectly thin yet crispy crust. George then goes on to make his own pizza, which he tops with a variety of ingredients including sausage, mushrooms, and onions.

Next, George travels to Chicago, Illinois, to try a deep-dish pizza, a style that originated in the city. George visits a pizzeria where they use the freshest of ingredients to make the pizza sauce, and delicious herb-infused pizza dough. After tasting the pizza, George exclaims how the pizza toppings and the sauce, are cooked to perfection, leaving a satisfying melting sensation on his mouth.

From Chicago, George heads to Las Vegas, Nevada, where he discovers a unique twist on the traditional pizza. He visits a pizzeria that specializes in breakfast pizzas, complete with eggs, bacon, and sausage. George tries a variety of breakfast pizzas and even experiments with his own toppings. The host is amazed at how the toppings and flavors blend on this pizza style.

The next stop on the journey is in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where George visits a pizzeria that boasts having the largest pizza in the state. The pizza measures ten feet in diameter, and George witnesses the whole process of creating such a giant dish as he helps top the pizza with a variety of meats and vegetables. After the pizza bakes, George gets the chance to taste it, and he is impressed by how the quality of the ingredients is not compromised in such a larger-than-life pizza.

Finally, George heads to a pizzeria in Los Angeles, California, where he witnesses the making of an artisanal style pizza. The pizza at this pizzeria is cooked in a wood-fired oven, which produces a perfectly charred and crispy crust. George witnesses the artistry involved in making the dough by hand and is amazed by how each pizza is cooked in less than two minutes. He tries a variety of artisanal pizzas with unique ingredients like truffle oil and prosciutto.

Throughout the episode, George interacts with various pizza chefs and pizzaiolos, learning new techniques and tips for making the perfect pizza. Along the way, he also shares some of his insights into the history of pizza and its different styles, teaching viewers something about the genesis and variations of this famous delectable.

The episode ends with George summarizing his pizza findings over each stop, with his favorite style of pizza and shares some tips and tricks for making exceptional ones.

All in all, Ham on the Street season 2 episode 9 titled Pizza, is a great episode for pizza lovers, and for anyone interested in the art of creating a perfect pizza. Whether it's thin crust, deep-dish, or artisanal style, George Duran leaves no stone unturned in his quest to explore the best of what the pizza world has to offer.