Man v. Food with Adam Richman Season 3 Episode 16 Butte, Montana
- September 23, 2010
- 21 min
In season 3 episode 16 of Man v. Food with Adam Richman, the host travels to Butte, Montana to explore the local cuisine and take on some of the biggest food challenges in the area. Butte is well known for its hearty food and rich history, and Adam is eager to dive in and experience it all.
The episode begins with Adam heading to a local favorite, Pork Chop John's, where he tries their famous pork chop sandwich. This sandwich is a staple of Butte's food scene and Adam is impressed with the juicy chop and delicious toppings. The owner even challenges Adam to eat five sandwiches in under an hour, but will he be able to conquer this ultimate meat feast?
Next, Adam heads to Joe's Pasty Shop, a local institution famous for their traditional Cornish pasties. These pasties are made with a savory filling of beef, potatoes, and onions wrapped in a flaky pastry. Adam tries a few different varieties and even helps out in the kitchen, filling pasties with the perfect amount of meat and veggies. Will he be able to handle the heat in the kitchen and keep up with the skilled pasty makers?
The episode then takes a turn to the sweeter side as Adam visits the Big Muddy Tavern for their famous homemade huckleberry ice cream. Huckleberries are a local berry that can only be found in the wild, making this ice cream even more special. Adam tries a huge sundae with multiple flavors and toppings and even takes on a challenge to finish it all in under 10 minutes. Can he handle this sweet treat and come out victorious?
Adam then visits Sparky's Garage, a vintage car museum with a restaurant attached. Sparky's is known for their massive burgers, with one weighing in at over three pounds. Adam takes on this challenge and tries to finish the entire burger in under 60 minutes. The burger is loaded with toppings and is almost as big as his head. Will Adam be able to conquer this immense burger or will it leave him defeated?
Lastly, Adam heads to Montana's historic capital, Helena, for a seafood challenge at the Silver Star Steak Company. The challenge involves a massive platter of seafood, including oysters, shrimp, crab legs, and more. Adam has one hour to finish the entire platter and become the ultimate seafood champion. Will he have what it takes to win this challenge and earn his place in the hall of fame?
Throughout the episode, Adam also explores the history and culture of Butte, Montana, learning about the town's mining past and visiting local landmarks. He even participates in a unique tradition, jumping off the diving board at the Butte Mineral Pool. By the end of the episode, Adam has truly experienced all that Butte has to offer, from its delicious food to its rich history and traditions.