Man v. Food with Adam Richman Season 2 Episode 3 Charleston
- August 20, 2009
- 21 min
In season 2 episode 3 of Man v. Food with Adam Richman, the host takes on Charleston, the capital city of West Virginia, known for its rich history and delicious cuisine.
Adam starts off his food journey by visiting Pies and Pints, a popular pizza place that serves artisanal pizzas with unique toppings. He tries the Grape Pie, a pizza topped with grape tomatoes, grape molasses, and Gorgonzola cheese, followed by the Mamma Mia Pie, which is loaded with spicy Italian sausage, roasted red peppers, and banana peppers.
Next up on his list is The Charley West Bar & Grill, where he tries his hand at tackling the Charley West Challenge – a giant burger made with four beef patties, bacon, and cheese. Adam teams up with a local firefighter to finish the challenge in under an hour and claim a t-shirt and a spot on the restaurant's wall of fame.
For dessert, Adam heads to Ellen's Homemade Ice Cream, a family-owned ice cream parlor that has been serving the community for over 30 years. He tries the Charleston Crunch, a popular flavor made with chocolate and toffee, and the Death by Chocolate sundae, which is piled high with chocolate ice cream, brownie bites, and hot fudge.
Adam also takes a trip to Bluegrass Kitchen, a farm-to-table restaurant that specializes in Southern comfort food. He tries their popular dish, the Eggs Benedict, made with pulled pork and a spicy hollandaise sauce, and their Fried Chicken Sandwich, which features a juicy fried chicken breast topped with pickles, coleslaw, and spicy mayo.
Throughout the episode, Adam also explores the historic sites and landmarks of Charleston, including the state capitol building, the West Virginia Veterans Memorial, and the Kanawha River. He meets with locals and learns about the city's rich history and culture.
Overall, this episode of Man v. Food showcases the delicious and diverse cuisine of Charleston, as well as its unique charm and history. Adam's fun and enthusiastic personality make for an entertaining and mouth-watering journey through the city's culinary scene.