Ep 9. Des Moines, IA

Man v. Food season 7 episode 9 takes place in Des Moines, IA, where host Casey Webb visits various eateries to take on some of the city's biggest and most daring culinary challenges.

The first stop on Casey's journey is Jethro's BBQ, where he takes on the Adam Emmenecker Challenge. This challenge consists of a massive sandwich filled with pork tenderloin, bacon, cheddar cheese, fried cheese curds, and a spicy buffalo sauce. To complete the challenge, Casey must also finish a side of fries and a drink.

Next, Casey visits The Flying Mango, a restaurant known for their Cajun and Creole dishes. Here, Casey tries their famous jambalaya, a rice dish mixed with chicken, andouille sausage, shrimp, and Creole seasonings. To make the dish even spicier, it also includes a hot pepper sauce that Casey must tackle head-on.

Casey's next stop is at Zombie Burger + Drink Lab, where he attempts the Zombie Apocalypse Challenge. This challenge consists of a towering burger with four beef patties, bacon, fried cheese curds, onion rings, and a variety of sauces and toppings. To complete the challenge, Casey must also finish a side of fries and a milkshake.

The episode then takes a turn towards sweet treats as Casey visits the Over the Top Cake Supplies bakery. Here, he meets the owner, Monica, who creates elaborate and unique cakes for each of her customers. Casey tries his hand at decorating a cake and learns some tricks of the trade from Monica.

Finally, Casey visits Americana restaurant to try their Iowa Comfort Food Challenge. This challenge consists of a heaping pile of pork tenderloin, mashed potatoes, and gravy. Casey must also finish a side of green beans to complete the challenge.

Throughout the episode, Casey meets with the chefs and owners of each restaurant, learning about the history and inspiration behind each dish. He also interacts with locals who frequent these establishments, getting a feel for the community and culture in Des Moines.

Overall, this episode of Man v. Food showcases some of Des Moines' most beloved and indulgent food challenges, highlighting the city's unique culinary scene and the people who make it possible.