Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives — Season 15
A culinary quest swept across the islands, a relentless pursuit of flavor. From the eastern shores of Oahu, a general store offered comforting, time-honored Hawaiian fare like lau lau stew. In Chicago, a family-run establishment proudly pre…
He was headed for places where comfort reigned supreme: a Chicago burger joint with an Asian twist, celebrating all things umami; a Memphis restaurant where a chef elevated humble Southern fare to new heights, as in chorizo meatloaf smother…
A craving for authentic flavors can lead one on a delightful journey. In Chicago, the city’s Cuban restaurants serve up time-honored family recipes, such as fricase de pollo. Memphis boasts a neighborhood gastropub offering an eclectic men…
He struck gold in the surf and turf. In Horn Lake, Mississippi, a Memphis-style barbecue restaurant perfected ribs, cheese fritters, and burgers with pork rinds. And in Kaneohe, Oahu, a poke shop offered over thirty flavors of fresh fish – …
He traversed Massachusetts, a culinary quest consuming him from one end to the other, his vehicle laden with regional delicacies. In Fall River, he sought out a Polish eatery famed for its diverse pierogies – a particular favorite being mac…
A corner restaurant in Boston offers a seafood feast reminiscent of Italy, and even hosts the mayor. In Providence, Federal Hill boasts a variety of eateries, from a classic spot serving meatballs and fries to a modern restaurant dishing ou…
Guy explores a world of culinary delights, from humble eateries to sophisticated bistros. He savors duck fried rice and Jack Daniels bread pudding in Memphis, indulges in Thai short ribs and local shrimp in Haleiwa, Hawaii, and revisits a B…
He embarked on a culinary journey, seeking inventive combinations of flavors. In Somerville, Massachusetts, a burger establishment elevated the humble mac and cheese with a masterful blend. Further down the coast in Middletown, Rhode Island…

This journey takes Guy to establishments championed by passionate food artisans. In Memphis, he discovers a chef and farmer, a veritable guru of the farm-to-table movement, who crafts familiar comforts—from meatloaf and sloppy joes to catfi…

This time, Guy is traveling to establishments where family reigns supreme. In Memphis, he discovers a family-minded restaurant serving up exceptional fried chicken. On Oahu’s North Shore, he finds a Thai eatery where parents infuse the isla…
He delved into the art of good food, seeking out places where it was prepared with care. In Narragansett, Rhode Island, a weathered summer shack offered clam cakes fried in beef fat and homemade strawberry shortcake. Further inland, in St. …
He sought out culinary treasures, a quest that led him to unexpected corners of the world. In St. Louis, he discovered a British pub offering gourmet grilled cheese and a porchetta masterpiece. Further east, in Kill Devil Hills, North Carol…
He was discovering the heart of tradition, spiced with something new. In Chesterfield, Missouri, a Mexican restaurant offered a playful twist on classic pork chile verde. In Boston, a family-run lobster shack gained attention with inventive…


