Man v. Food with Adam Richman Season 3 Episode 14 Portland, Maine
- September 8, 2010
- 21 min
In season 3 episode 14 of Man v. Food with Adam Richman, we follow Adam to Portland, Maine as he embarks on a culinary adventure exploring the city's unique food culture. Portland, known for its seafood and lobster, has a variety of must-visit eateries that will test Adam's limits and taste buds.
The episode begins with Adam's visit to J's Oyster, a local institution that has been serving up some of the best seafood in the area for over 40 years. Adam takes on the "Rockerfeller," a heaping plate of oysters topped with spinach, Parmesan cheese, and bacon. With over a dozen oysters on the plate, this challenge is not for the faint of heart. But, with his usual charm and enthusiasm, Adam dives in headfirst and gives it his all.
Next up is a visit to Eventide Oyster Co., a trendy seafood joint that has taken Portland by storm. At Eventide, Adam tries their famous brown butter lobster roll, which is made with a toasted bun, fresh lobster, and a drizzle of brown butter. The lobster is perfectly cooked, and the brown butter adds an extra layer of richness that takes the roll to the next level. Adam also tries Eventide's clam chowder, which is made with house-smoked bacon and Maine potatoes. The chowder is thick and creamy, with just the right amount of saltiness.
After his seafood fix, Adam heads to The Holy Donut, a local bakery that is famous for their potato-based donuts. Yes, you read that right - potato-based donuts. The potatoes make the donuts extra fluffy and moist, and the flavors are out of this world. Adam tries the dark chocolate sea salt donut, as well as the Maine blueberry donut. Both are delicious, but the blueberry donut is extra special, made with fresh Maine blueberries that burst with flavor.
No visit to Portland is complete without a trip to Duckfat, a popular sandwich shop that has gained a cult following for their fries. Duckfat's fries are cooked in duck fat, which gives them a unique flavor and texture that is truly unforgettable. Adam also tries their famous "Duckfat poutine," which is made with the same delicious fries, topped with cheese curds and duck gravy. It's a rich and indulgent dish that is the perfect comfort food.
As Adam makes his way around Portland, he also stops by Two Fat Cats Bakery to try their famous whoopie pies, and The East Ender to try their lobster stew. The episode ends with Adam's final challenge - tackling the "Lobster Mac Attack" at Porthole Restaurant and Pub. The challenge consists of a massive bowl of macaroni and cheese, topped with one pound of fresh Maine lobster meat. It's a decadent and indulgent dish that Adam is excited to take on.
Overall, season 3 episode 14 of Man v. Food with Adam Richman is a mouth-watering exploration of Portland's unique food scene. From seafood to donuts to fries, Adam experiences the best that the city has to offer and comes away with a newfound appreciation for Portland's culinary talents.