Ep 7. Baltimore, MD

In Man v. Food season 9 episode 7 titled "Baltimore, MD," the host Casey Webb travels to the largest city in Maryland to take on some of the city's most iconic and delicious food challenges.

The episode opens with Casey visiting Baltimore's historic Lexington Market, where he meets up with Chef Chad Gauss, the owner of The Food Market. Together, they tackle a seafood dish that has become a Baltimore tradition - the classic Maryland crab cake. Casey learns from Chef Gauss how to properly prepare the crab cakes, using fresh jumbo lump crab meat and a secret blend of seasonings.

Next up, Casey heads to Jimmy's Famous Seafood to take on the "Crabby Challenge." This seafood platter features 12 jumbo lump crab cakes, a pound of French fries, coleslaw, and corn on the cob. Casey has just one hour to devour this massive meal and earn a spot on the restaurant's wall of fame. The challenge proves to be a difficult one, as Casey struggles to finish even half of the dish.

After Jimmy's, Casey visits a local barbecue joint called The Smoking Swine. Here, he samples some of the most popular items on the menu, including the smoked turkey leg and the pulled pork sandwich. He also takes on a new challenge - the "Piggy Mac Attack," a sandwich comprised of pulled pork, mac and cheese, and bacon. Casey proves to be up for the challenge, finishing the sandwich with ease.

The episode concludes with Casey visiting one of Baltimore's most famous eateries - the famous Berger Cookie Bakery. The bakery has been around for over 180 years and is known for its signature Berger Cookies, which are a Baltimore staple. These large, soft cookies are topped with a generous layer of fudge and are loved by locals and visitors alike. Casey samples some of these delicious cookies and even gets to meet the Berger family, who have been running the bakery for several generations.

Overall, "Baltimore, MD" offers a mouthwatering look at some of the city's best food, featuring traditional seafood dishes, classic barbecue, and sweet treats. Casey's adventures are sure to make viewers hungry and eager to explore all the delicious food that Baltimore has to offer.