Rev up your appetites, because Guy Fieri is hitting the road again in a new episode of “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.” “Funky Fresh,” airing Friday, December 27 at 9:00 PM on Food Network, sees Fieri traversing the culinary landscape from Chicago to Missoula to Tallahassee, sampling everything from handmade pasta to innovative sandwiches and Southern comfort food.
In Chicago, Fieri visits an Italian eatery dedicated to the art of fresh pasta, indulging in dishes like burrata tortelli and duck pappardelle. Beyond just tasting the food, Fieri digs into the techniques and traditions behind these culinary creations, giving viewers a glimpse into the passion that fuels these local gems.
Next, he heads to Missoula, Montana, where a husband-and-wife team is shaking up the sandwich scene. Their menu features unexpected combinations like a banh mi smash burger, alongside a more traditional but equally tempting buttermilk-brined fried chicken sandwich. Fieri’s enthusiasm for creative takes on classic dishes is infectious, making even the most familiar foods seem exciting.
Finally, in Tallahassee, Florida, Fieri encounters two brothers who are putting their own spin on Southern staples. From crab cakes and corn fritters to catfish and collard greens, they’re elevating comfort food to an art form. Fieri’s visit promises a taste of Southern hospitality and culinary innovation, a combination that’s sure to leave viewers hungry for more.
“Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives: Funky Fresh” airs Friday, December 27, 2024, at 9:00 PM on Food Network.
