Episode
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives: Cruisin' the Italian Countryside
Overview
This trip, Guy Fieri's taking a tasty tour through Tuscany, Italy. In Montecatini Alto, the hillside seafood spot serving up a squid ink specialty and a Mediterranean prawn-artichoke mashup. To the west in Collodi, Guy swings through the "birthplace of Pinocchio" to reunite with an old buddy dishing out legit spaghetti and outrageous lamb. Then, Guy's headed south for a bucket list experience of truffle hunting in the mountains of San Miniato. And finally to Lucca for one last stop, at a true Tuscan joint cooking up all kinds of totally fresh pasta with mussels and an out of bounds oxtail tortelli.
Details
- Series
- Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
- Season
- Season 22
- Episode
- Episode 2
- Air date
- 2015-01-23
- Runtime
- 22 min
Episode context
Cruisin' the Italian Countryside is Episode 2 in Season 22 of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. It aired on 2015-01-23. The runtime is 22 min.
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Episode 1: Fish, Fries and Feet
This trip, Guy Fieri's tackling everything from land to sea. In Des Moines, the funky fusion joint serving up unique burritos alongside off-the-chain bulgogi masa fries. Across town in the Beaverdale area of Des Moines, the Southern spot cooking up all the classics, from ribs and red beans and rice to catfish cakes and collards. And in Atlantic City, the husband-wife duo dishing out soul food standouts like turkey chops and pig feet.
Episode 3: Fillin' Up in Florence
This trip, Guy Fieri's hitting up totally traditional Italian spots in Florence, Italy. First, the 50-year-old landmark serving up their legendary spaghetti specialty and some crazy good chicken. Then, the second generation spot reeling in the awards and cranking out all kinds of totally fresh pasta. And finally, the popular pizza place sharing their Italian dough-making secrets and cooking up a legit salami-cheese calzone.
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Episode 4: Arizona All-Stars
This trip, Guy's heading southwest for a flavor-filled tour of sunny Arizona. First, the real deal Italian market making an authentic beef specialty straight from the mother country. Also in Scottsdale, a pitstop at the funky gas station/barbecue cafe dishin' out the bomb brisket alongside a host of handcrafted fuel — yes, fuel. And in Phoenix, the out-of-the-box burger joint serving up all kinds of crazy culinary creations.
Episode 5: Roadtrippin’
The Anchorage (Somers Point, N.J.) • Sal’s Gilbert Pizza (Gilbert, Ariz.) • Salty’s BBQ & Catering (Bakersfield, Calif.)
This trip, Guy's headin’ coast to coast and north to south. In New Jersey, a legendary spot dishin' out righteous crab-stuffed flounder and a legit spin on cannelloni. In Arizona, a mom and pop pizza place tossin’ pies topped with everything from baked ziti to chicken marsala. And in Bakersfield, a joint dishin’ out sunshine and down-home specialties, like tri tip and grilled chicken worthy of a road trip.
Episode 6: From Atlantic to Pacific
This trip, Guy Fieri's gettin' a far out taste of both coasts. In Bakersfield, Calif., the 75-year-old steakhouse firing up savory stuffed pork chops and legit lobster mac 'n cheese. Across town, the Latin-American fusion joint cranking out chicken and tri-tip with a south-of-the-border spin. And in Somers Point, N.J., the sandwich spot serving up all kinds of crazy combos, like a killer crab melt and the bomb pork belly reuben.
Episode 7: Globe Tasting
This trip, Guy's getting an authentic taste of all ends of the earth. In Bakersfield, Calif., the firehouse-turned-restaurant firing up Latin-fusion favorites like basque lamb tacos and popcorn pork with a side of zing. In Northfield, N.J., an Italian spot servin' all kinds of authentic specialties like grandma's pizza and homemade pappardelle pasta. And in Phoenix, the funky Thai joint dishing out off-the-hook dumplings and coconut Asian pork.
Episode 8: Sweet, Savory and Saucy
This trip, Guy Fieri's taste buds are in for a culinary adventure. In Bakersfield, Calif., the classic cafe dishing out meaty Texas chili and decadent pumpkin pancakes. Across town, the hidden gem piling up a peanut butter burger alongside all kinds of delicious desserts, like homemade "Bacon Love" ice cream. And in Phoenix, the gourmet taco spot mixing up a mean mole.
Episode 9: To Bakersfield and Beyond
Athena's Greek Cafe and Bakery (Bakersfield, Calif.) • Pyrenees Café (Bakersfield, Calif.) • Asian Experience (Taft, Calif.)
This trip, Guy's givin' some love to a little town with a lot of flavor. In Bakersfield's Rosedale neighborhood, a Greek place cookin' up authentic comfort foods like cabbage dolmades and braised beef over pasta. Across town, a landmark Basque joint servin' garlic fried chicken and a four-course meal with outrageous oxtail. And west of town in Taft, the funky Asian joint dishin' out killer pad Thai and a favorite called tom yum kung.
Episode 10: Racing Through Charlotte
This trip, Guy Fieri's checkin' out high octane joints in Charlotte, N.C., with NASCAR driver Clint Bowyer. First, the relocated Triple-D alum dishing out dynamite burgers and a unique spin on shrimp. Then, the go-kart track serving revved-up sandwiches like steak with fig preserves and smoking hot chicken. And parked at the Charlotte Speedway, the funky food truck firing up tasty flavors like chana masala tacos and buffalo cauliflower sliders.
Episode 11: Indulgent Dishes
This trip, Guy Fieri's indulging himself in righteous, rich recipes. In Charlotte, N.C., the crazy seafood spot reeling in off-the-hook gumbo and a spicy mahi mahi specialty. Across town, the mother-daughter team serving up savory lamb ragout and a decadent ice cream sandwich. And in Los Angeles, the Korean-German combo firing up drunken chicken and a killer burger, where he's joined by NFL player Julian Edelman.
Episode 12: Griddles and Vittles
This trip, Guy Fieri's headed west for barbecue and beyond. In Los Angeles, the food court gem grilling up homemade chorizo and a Yucatan turkey special. Then, in Las Vegas, two funky joints firing up the grill and slinging dishes that'll have you licking your chops ... and your fingers.
Episode 13: Intercontinental Flavorfest
This trip, Guy's hittin' up world flavors tucked away in the USA. In L.A.'s Chinatown, a New Orleans-inspired joint cookin' up Big Easy po' boys and legit crawfish mac & cheese. In nearby East L.A., a Korean-Mexican mashup servin' short rib tacos and spicy pork chimichangas. And in Charlotte, a Serbian pizza place dishin' out Eastern European-style calzones and a stuffed cabbage delicacy.