Somebody Feed Phil Season 1 Episode 2

Ep 2. Saigon

  • 7.9  (196)

In the second episode of Somebody Feed Phil season 1, titled "Saigon", Phil Rosenthal explores the vibrant street food scene of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

The episode starts with Phil strolling through the streets of Saigon, admiring the city's energy and hustle-bustle. He visits a local coffee shop where they still use old-fashioned equipment to brew coffee. Intrigued by the variety of offerings, Phil decides to try something unusual - egg coffee. A unique combination of egg yolk, coffee, and sweetened condensed milk, it is a popular Vietnamese drink. Phil describes the drink as like "drinking a meringue," with the thick, velvety texture of the egg and milk mixture blending seamlessly with the coffee's bitterness.

Next, Phil meets his local food guide, who takes him to a street food stall for a quick breakfast. The stall is known for its banh mi, a Vietnamese sandwich consisting of a baguette filled with pork, vegetables, and herbs. Phil is immediately impressed by the sandwich's flavors and textures, describing it as "all the flavors of Vietnam in one bite."

The duo then visits a traditional Vietnamese wet market, where Phil is amazed at the variety of fresh seafood, fruits, and vegetables on display. The market is a sensory overload for Phil, who comments on the sights, sounds, and smells all around him.

For lunch, Phil visits a popular neighborhood restaurant that is known for its bun bo hue, a spicy beef noodle soup. He is impressed with the soup's complex flavors, made up of a mix of beef, lemongrass, chili, and other spices. The dish quickly becomes one of his favorites from the trip.

In the afternoon, Phil visits a coffee plantation on the outskirts of Saigon. Here, he learns about the different types of coffee grown in Vietnam and gets a hands-on experience of picking, roasting, and brewing coffee. Phil describes the experience as "transformative," as it changes the way he looks at coffee.

For dinner, Phil meets up with a group of young Vietnamese chefs who are taking the country's traditional dishes and giving them a modern interpretation. At the restaurant, Phil gets to taste some unique dishes, such as fried sesame crickets, crispy frog legs, and grilled eel, among others. He is blown away by the creativity of the chefs and the bold flavors of the dishes.

The episode ends with Phil reflecting on his day in Saigon and the taste sensations that he has experienced. He is amazed by the culinary diversity and the Vietnamese people's warmth and hospitality. Overall, he describes the experience of exploring Vietnam's street food culture as "life-changing."

In the second episode of Somebody Feed Phil season 1, viewers get a glimpse of Vietnam's vibrant street food scene, the local markets, traditional dishes, and modern interpretations. Through Phil's journey, viewers will appreciate the country's rich culinary history, and the passion of the people for their food. The episode is a feast for the senses, with vibrant visuals and mouthwatering dishes that will leave viewers eager to sample Vietnamese cuisine.

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  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.9  (196)