Series synopsis
Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations is an American documentary reality television series that premiered on Travel Channel on January 26, 2015. It ended on June 7, 2021. It was created by Melissa Wood. It stars Andrew Zimmern.
Featuring the not-to-be-missed legendary foods that define a location. These are the unique dishes we're willing to travel halfway around the world to sample. Each episode features one locale and at least four of five iconic foods that define the location. Delicious Destinations explores how they are made and take viewers inside the kitchens, factories and farms where these foods are created. We dig into the origin of these popular foods and how they've evolved over time. And for those who like ...
Premise
Featuring the not-to-be-missed legendary foods that define a location. These are the unique dishes we're willing to travel halfway around the world to sample. Each episode features one locale and at least four of five iconic foods that define the location. Delicious Destinations explores how they are made and take viewers inside the kitchens, factories and farms where these foods are created. We dig into the origin of these popular foods and how they've evolved over time. And for those who like their meals well-seasoned, we dish on the sometimes special lingo associated with these foods and the surprising table manners you absolutely need to know. This is a series that is guaranteed to make you hungry!
Cast and characters
Leading cast
Episodes
This series spans 12 seasons with 202 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 5 | June 27, 2017 | January 2, 2018 |
| Season 1 | 13 | January 26, 2015 | April 6, 2015 |
| Season 2 | 13 | July 6, 2015 | September 21, 2015 |
| Season 3 | 23 | January 5, 2016 | April 19, 2016 |
| Season 4 | 26 | October 4, 2016 | January 10, 2017 |
| Season 5 | 24 | April 18, 2017 | July 18, 2017 |
| Season 6 | 24 | October 3, 2017 | December 26, 2017 |
| Season 7 | 5 | January 1, 2018 | January 16, 2018 |
| Season 8 | 28 | August 20, 2018 | August 24, 2020 |
| Season 9 | 14 | August 30, 2020 | November 30, 2020 |
| Season 10 | 16 | December 6, 2020 | March 22, 2021 |
| Season 11 | 11 | March 29, 2021 | June 7, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Pigging Out From sweet and salty Cuban sandwiches and zesty whole hog barbecue to mild kielbasa and melt-in-your-mouth cured ham, Andrew Zimmern explores all the best ways we pig out on the world's most popular meat -- pork. |
June 27, 2017 |
| 2 |
Cooking with Fire Andrew Zimmern explores the primordial tradition of cooking meat over an open flame. From zesty barbecued brisket and Alabama white sauce to Hidalgo-style barbacoa and slow-roasted Jamaican jerk chicken, cooking with fire brings everyone together. |
July 18, 2017 |
| 3 |
Deep Fried From crispy-fried pork schnitzel and the spiciest chicken on the planet to crunchy pork cracklings and Roman artichokes, Andrew Zimmern travels the globe to find the guiltiest deep-fried pleasures. |
November 7, 2017 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Athens Athens, Greece, is the birthplace of many culinary traditions, and Andrew explores the classics, from stuffed grape leaves and spanakopita to moussaka and real Greek yogurt, still made the way it’s been done for generations. |
January 26, 2015 |
| 2 |
Paris In the City of Love, Andrew Zimmern explores the delicious delicacies of Paris, from indulgent steak frites and croque monsieur to baked croissants and baguettes to sweet macarons and savory crepes |
January 26, 2015 |
| 3 |
New York City New York City is a melting pot of ethnicities and cuisines. Andrew explores the iconic foods from the Big Apple, such as mile-high pastrami sandwiches, bagels and lox, pizza by the slice and the American hamburger. |
February 2, 2015 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
San Francisco Look no further than San Francisco, California for the best eating on the West Coast! Built on classics like Dungeness Crab Louie and sourdough bread, Andrew Zimmern discovers just what makes the City by the Bay so delectable. |
July 6, 2015 |
| 2 |
Jamaica In a country celebrated for its colorful culture, Jamaica's heritage-rich food lives up to the hype. Andrew Zimmern explores island icons from jerk chicken and mannish water soup, to curry goat, blue mountain coffee, and gizzadas. |
July 6, 2015 |
| 3 |
Atlanta In the modern city known for its southern hospitality, Atlanta's comfort food is king. From fried chicken and peach cobbler to soul food and sweet tea, Andrew Zimmern explores the iconic eats that keep the hungry heading south. |
July 13, 2015 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Sandwiches From Chicago's Italian Beef to Paris's Croque Monsieur to Miami's Cuban, Andrew takes us on a world tour by sandwich. Fresh breads, moist meats and secret sauces prove a winning combination for eaters on the go all over the globe. |
January 5, 2016 |
| 2 |
Desserts Andrew showcases some of the world's most iconic desserts! The sweet temptations include the custard-filled sponge cake known as Boston cream pie, Germany's Black Forest Cake and Montreal's maple syrup-laden pouding chomeur. |
January 12, 2016 |
| 3 |
Comfort Foods Andrew looks at some of the world's favorite comfort foods. From Swiss style mac and cheese in Zurich to pierogis in Warsaw to classic southern fried chicken in Atlanta, these classic dishes will warm you up and make you feel good! |
January 19, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Nashville Andrew Zimmern explores the country classics of Nashville, from hot chicken to chess pie. Other Music City mainstays range from heaven-sent biscuits smothered in gravy to barbecue juicy enough to make you sing! |
October 4, 2016 |
| 2 |
Sydney From tender kangaroo to light, delicate Pavlova, Andrew Zimmern highlights the sweet and savory dishes of Sydney, Australia. Modern twists to old classics make hearty meat pies, rich Sunday Roasts and sweet Moreton Bay Bugs crowd pleasers. |
October 4, 2016 |
| 3 | Brooklyn | October 11, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Asheville Andrew Zimmern reveals the iconic eats of Asheville, N.C. The eclectic food city features tangy barbecue, decadent sweet potato pie, mouthwatering fried chicken, succulent rainbow trout and giant soft-dough biscuits with savory gravy. |
April 18, 2017 |
| 2 |
Buffalo Andrew presents Buffalo's edible icons. From spicy wings and sweet pepperoni pizza to cake doughnuts and heaping plates of meat and potatoes, Buffalo's edible icons are as robust and inventive as the city itself. |
April 18, 2017 |
| 3 |
Venice Andrew highlights the culinary treasures of Venice, Italy, including paper-thin cuts of beef Carpaccio, espresso-soaked tiramisu and cuttlefish stewed in its own ink. |
April 25, 2017 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mississippi Delta | October 3, 2017 |
| 2 | Panama City | October 3, 2017 |
| 3 | Brussels | October 10, 2017 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Scottish Highlands Andrew samples the beef, venison and meat pies of the Scottish Highlands. |
January 2, 2018 |
| 2 |
Chicago: A Second Bite Andrew looks at Chicago's polish sausages, tacos and world-famous Alinea. |
January 9, 2018 |
| 3 |
Jersey Shore Andrew uncovers Italian subs, saltwater taffy and tomato pie in NJ. |
January 9, 2018 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Las Vegas Andrew goes on a gastronomic tour of Las Vegas, NV. |
August 21, 2018 |
| 2 |
The Big Island Andrew heads to Hawaii's Big Island to take in its laid-back cuisine. |
August 21, 2018 |
| 3 |
Hollywood Andrew tries steak, steamed fish, Armenian flatbread and more in Hollywood. |
August 28, 2018 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Bangkok: A Second Bite Andrew highlights Bangkok's exotic meals that are meant to be shared. |
August 31, 2020 |
| 2 |
Kyoto Andrew explores both the elaborate and humble feasts of Kyoto, Japan. |
September 7, 2020 |
| 3 |
Phoenix Andrew finds more than just Mexican-influenced cuisine in Phoenix. |
September 14, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Bronx Andrew explores the international flavors of the Bronx, New York. |
December 7, 2020 |
| 2 |
Harlem In Harlem, Andrew finds soul food, Caribbean classics, pizza and more. |
December 14, 2020 |
| 3 |
Central New York Andrew highlights the local favorites in central New York. |
December 21, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Glasgow Andrew highlights the diverse culinary scene of Glasgow, Scotland. |
March 29, 2021 |
| 2 |
Cork Andrew explores the charismatic, food lovers' haven of Cork, Ireland. |
April 5, 2021 |
| 3 |
Calabria Andrew showcases Calabria, Italy, and its diverse ingredients. |
April 12, 2021 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Travel Channel |
|---|---|
| First aired | January 26, 2015 |
| Last aired | June 7, 2021 |
| Runtime | 22 minutes |
| Status | ended |