Ep 11. Portland
- February 5, 2009
- 21 min
In season 1 episode 11 of Man v. Food with Adam Richman, titled "Portland," Adam visits the "foodie haven" of Portland, Oregon, where he takes on three unique culinary challenges.
First up, Adam heads to Voodoo Doughnut, a beloved doughnut shop known for its outrageous toppings and flavors. Adam tries the famous Maple Bacon Bar, a vanilla cake doughnut topped with maple frosting and two strips of bacon. He also takes on the Tex-Ass Challenge, which involves consuming a gigantic doughnut the size of a cake weighing three pounds in under 80 seconds. Can Adam handle the sugar rush?
Next, Adam visits The Original Hotcake House, a 24-hour diner that has been serving breakfast since 1953. He tries the famous 12-egg omelet, which includes bacon, sausage, ham, mushrooms, peppers, onions, tomatoes, cheese, and hash browns. Can Adam finish this massive meal in one sitting?
Finally, Adam visits Apizza Scholls, a pizzeria that has garnered local and national acclaim for its thin-crust, New York-style pizzas. Adam takes on the 18-inch pie, which is topped with homemade sausage, peppers, onions, and black olives. Can he finish the entire pizza?
Throughout the episode, Adam showcases the diverse food scene in Portland, as well as the city's emphasis on local, sustainable ingredients. Will Adam be able to conquer all three challenges and earn his place in Portland's culinary realm? Tune in to find out.