Ep 3. Rocky Mountain Highs and Lows
- TV-G
- August 28, 2011
- 41 min
The Great Food Truck Race season 2 episode 3, Rocky Mountain Highs and Lows, takes place in Colorado where the five remaining food truck teams must navigate through unexpected challenges while trying to win over the local residents with their delectable dishes.
The episode kicks off with the teams receiving their first challenge of the day: they must create a breakfast staple using only ingredients purchased from a local farmer's market. The catch? They only have $20 to spend and 30 minutes to shop. The teams scramble to gather the best ingredients and come up with unique ways to present their dishes. Not everyone succeeds and tensions run high as the judges critique each meal.
Next up, the trucks hit the streets of Colorado Springs, where they try to attract as many customers as possible to their designated spots. The teams are forced to think on their feet as they face unexpected setbacks, including a pesky pigeon and a missing team member. The teams must quickly adapt in order to keep up with the competition.
The teams also face an extra challenge: they must incorporate the state's famous green chili peppers into their dishes. Some teams rise to the challenge and find creative ways to incorporate the peppers, while others struggle to deliver a cohesive dish that impresses the judges.
As the day comes to an end, the teams must face their final challenge of the episode: a head-to-head cook off. The teams are paired up and given specific ingredients that they must incorporate into their dishes. The winning team is granted immunity from elimination, while the losing team faces the possibility of being sent home.
Throughout the episode, tensions are high as the teams compete for a chance to stay in the competition. Some teams struggle to overcome setbacks while others thrive under pressure. The judges provide valuable feedback and criticism, allowing the teams to improve their dishes and techniques.
Overall, Rocky Mountain Highs and Lows is an exciting episode filled with unexpected challenges, high-stakes cook offs, and delicious food. The episode showcases the talent and determination of each team as they navigate their way through Colorado's food scene.