Ep 20. Des Moines

Adam Richman travels to the heartland of America for this episode of Man v. Food as he visits Des Moines, Iowa. Des Moines is known for its unique cuisine, so there is no shortage of delicious food to try in this Midwest city.

The first stop on Adam's list is B&B Grocery, Meat & Deli, which has been serving up some of the best sandwiches in town since 1922. Adam tries their signature sandwich called the "Belly Buster," which is a massive sandwich filled with ham, salami, pepperoni, and homemade olive salad. The sandwich is so big that it takes Adam a few bites just to get to the meat, but once he does, he is blown away by the delicious flavors. B&B Grocery is a must-visit spot for any sandwich lover.

Next up, Adam checks out the Iowa State Fair, which is a beloved event in Des Moines. The fair is known for its unique and sometimes bizarre food offerings, so Adam is excited to see what he can find. He tries several fair favorites, including the "Corn in a Cup," which is roasted corn topped with butter and spices, and a deep-fried Snickers bar. Adam also takes on a food challenge at the fair, trying to eat as many deep-fried butter sticks as he can in five minutes.

After the fair, Adam heads to Zombie Burger + Shake Lab, a restaurant known for its creative burgers and shakes. Adam tries the "Walking Ched" burger, which is topped with macaroni and cheese and Cheetos, and the "Undead Elvis" shake, which is made with bananas, bacon, and peanut butter. Both the burger and shake are unique and delicious, and they showcase the creative cuisine that Des Moines has to offer.

Adam's final stop in Des Moines is at Jethro's BBQ, a restaurant known for its massive portions and flavorful barbecue. Adam takes on the "Adam Emmenecker Challenge," which is a giant sandwich filled with pulled pork, beef brisket, bacon, buffalo chicken tenders, cheese sauce, and more. The sandwich is named after a former basketball player at Drake University, who is known for his incredible eating ability. The challenge requires Adam to finish the sandwich, a basket of fries, and a drink in under 15 minutes. The sandwich is so big that Adam struggles to even take a bite, but he gives it his all in an attempt to finish the challenge.

Overall, this episode of Man v. Food shows off the unique cuisine and food challenges that Des Moines, Iowa has to offer. From massive sandwiches to deep-fried butter sticks, Des Moines has something for any food lover. If you're ever in the Midwest, be sure to stop by Des Moines and try some of the delicious food that Adam Richman tastes in this episode.