Ep 1. Sacramento, California

As the debut episode of Man v. Food's tenth season, "Sacramento, California" showcases host Casey Webb as he takes on the challenges of the culinary scene in Sacramento, the capital city of California.

Starting off in South Sacramento, Casey visits a street food vendor serving up sizzling hot tacos filled with savory meats and fresh toppings. Webb marvels at the vibrant colors and flavors that burst from each bite. He marvels at the creative spin on a classic dish, and speaks with the vendor about their favorite dishes and the challenges of running a mobile food business in the city.

Next, Casey heads to an iconic Sacramento landmark – the state fair. Here, he samples classic fair foods done right, from hearty corn dogs to smoky BBQ ribs. While enjoying the fair, he speaks with some of the vendors and attendees about their love for this annual event, as well as the unique history of the Sacramento State Fair.

Moving away from traditional fair fare, Casey visits an upscale fusion restaurant in Sacramento's trendy midtown district. Here, he bites into inventive small plates featuring unexpected ingredients like pork belly with watermelon, and lamb meatballs with Indian spices. He chats with the chef, who explains the inspiration behind each dish – a mixture of global flavors and California's fresh produce.

No visit to Sacramento would be complete without a trip to one of its iconic farm-to-table restaurants. Casey visits a restaurant that not only sources all of its ingredients from local farmers and artisans, but also grows some of its produce on site. He samples dishes like heirloom tomato gazpacho and pork belly with stone fruit chutney, and talks with the chefs about the importance of supporting local agriculture and the challenges of creating a menu that changes with the seasons.

Finally, Casey faces his biggest challenge of the day: a massive burrito that weighs in at over five pounds. He visits a popular Mexican restaurant that's known for its gigantic burritos, and sets out to finish this behemoth in under an hour. With his eyes on the prize – a free t-shirt and a spot on the wall of fame – he digs in. The clock is ticking as he chews through layers of rice, beans, cheese, and meat. Will he be able to conquer the burrito and earn his bragging rights?

Overall, "Sacramento, California" captures the eclectic and diverse food scene in California's capital city. From street food to fine dining, and from classic fair foods to signature burritos, Sacramento offers something for every type of foodie. And with Casey Webb as our guide, we're treated to an adventure in eating that's as entertaining as it is delicious.