The Best Thing I Ever Ate Season 1 Episode 4 Sugar Rush

The Best Thing I Ever Ate season 1 episode 4, titled Sugar Rush, explores the most delicious and decadent desserts that leave the viewer craving more. This installment follows several notable chefs and food experts as they divulge their favorite sugary treats from around the world.

Hosted by Ted Allen, the episode kicks off with Chef Geoffrey Zakarian from The Lambs Club in New York City sharing his love for the chocolate pudding at Magnolia Bakery. He raves about the creamy texture, deep chocolate flavor, and perfect balance of sweetness. Next up is Food Network's Alex Guarnaschelli, who can't resist the banana cream pie at Joe's Stone Crab in Miami, Florida. She describes the dessert as a perfect combination of salty, sweet, crunchy, and creamy, making it one of her ultimate dessert favorites.

The episode then takes viewers down south to Charleston, where Duff Goldman from Food Network's Ace of Cakes, visits Carmella's dessert bar to indulge in their Banana Pudding. Duff is so impressed with Carmella's that he even decides to order a second helping. Meanwhile, Chef Aarti Sequeira from Food Network's Aarti Party takes viewers to her hometown of Mumbai, India, to try Jalebi, a popular Indian dessert. Aarti describes them as crispy, sweet, and airy and enjoys the fact that they aren't too sweet, making them the perfect dessert to enjoy after a meal.

Another notable chef, Rachael Ray, who shares her favorite dessert from a tiny family-owned shop in Brooklyn called L&B's Spumoni Gardens. Here she indulges in their famous spumoni ice cream that is made with layers of vanilla, chocolate and pistachio to create the perfect blend of flavors and textures.

Next up, is Jeff Mauro, the winner of season 7 of Food Network Star. Jeff shares his favorite dessert from a Chicago diner named Dell Rhea's Chicken Basket. The dessert is their signature chocolate cake, which is so rich and moist that it can be enjoyed without any accompaniments.

The episode takes an international turn as James Cunningham tries Toronto's homemade ice cream known as the “Almond Crunch” from Ed's Real Scoop that is made with roasted almonds and heavy cream. Next, Adam Richman takes his love of sugary delights all the way to Berkeley, California to try the Japanese dessert Mochi which are delicious rice cakes that are stuffed with different kinds of sweet fillings like sweetened bean paste or peanuts.

In the end Ted Allen shares his own love of Almond Croissants, and visits the famous bakery Maison Kayser in New York City. He describes the croissants, as super buttery with the right amount of almond paste to balance the flavor.

Overall, The Best Thing I Ever Ate season 1 episode 4, Sugar Rush, offers a delightful journey into the world of delicious, decadent desserts. Whether it's a classic American dessert or a unique international delight, the chefs and food experts featured in this episode will leave your mouth watering and your sweet tooth satisfied.