About this season
The Best Thing I Ever Ate is one of two flagship shows of the Food Network which premiered on June 22, 2009. The program originally aired as a one-time special in late 2008. The program consists of chefs picking out their favorite dishes in specific categories. Opening Introduction:
Episodes (13)
1. Combos
Aired 16 May 2011 • 30 min
On their own they're delicious, but put 'em together and they're irresistible. Spaghetti and Meatballs, Biscuits and Gravy, Fish and Chips, Chicken and Waffles. These are just a few of the classic food pairings Michael Symon, Ted Allen, Duff Goldman and others say are The Best Thing I Ever Ate...COMBOS.
2. Fried Chicken
Aired 23 May 2011 • 30 min
It's crispy, succulent, juicy, greasy, tender and ohhh sooo good. We're talkin' FRIED CHICKEN and some of your favorite Food Network stars including Alton Brown, Claire Robinson, and Michael Symon reveal where they go for the best version of this classic finger lickin' dish.
3. Smokey
Aired 30 May 2011 • 30 min
Claire Robinson, Ted Allen, Ming Tsai, Alton Brown and others are fired up about their favorite SMOKY dishes - from fresh oysters smoked with tea leaves to hickory smoked turkey, classic smoked pork ribs to sashimi smoked in a way you've never seen before. Hot smoked, cold smoked or wood smoked, one thing is certain...these dishes and more are smokin' good!
4. Better Than Mine
Aired 6 June 2011 • 30 min
Tyler Florence, Michael Symon, Ming Tsai and Susan Feniger are just a few of the chefs who talk about the one dish they cook really well - but then reveal which restaurant does it ... BETTER!
5. Las Vegas
Aired 13 June 2011 • 30 min
They say what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. But not in this episode of The Best Thing I Ever Ate. It's all on the table as Gail Simmons, Ming Tsai, Michael Symon, Anne Burrell and others double down on who is serving up the best food in Sin City. We're dealing up everything from pasta, tamales, and Thai Food, to a mouth watering $100 Ribeye steak, and The Best Sandwich in America!
6. Road Trip
Aired 20 June 2011 • 30 min
Buckle up! 'Cause we're hitting the road with Emeril, Duff, Anne Burrell, and others to hear about some of their favorite food stops around the country. Delicious chili spiced Apple Pie, succulent roast pheasant, buttery lobster mashed potatoes...these are just a few of the dishes worth putting on the brakes for. So sit back and enjoy the ride on The Best Thing I Ever Ate - Road Trip!
7. Old School
Aired 4 July 2011 • 30 min
They say everything gets better with age, and these restaurants are no exception! Tyler Florence, Michael Symon, and Alex Guarnaschelli are just a few of the Food Network stars igniting our taste buds with their favorite OLD SCHOOL dishes - including classic Oysters Rockefeller, the original Chopped Salad, and a historic double burger that eclipses all others.
8. Ice Creamy
Aired 22 July 2011 • 30 min
Alton screams, Duff screams, they all scream for ICE CREAM! We've got the scoop on the coolest creamiest treats around. From a delectable homemade fudge-smothered vanilla Sundae to a torte de gelato that will change your life, and the best ice cream sandwich on the planet!
9. French Favorites
Aired 25 July 2011 • 30 min
Bon Apetit! We take a Tour de America for ooey gooey cheesy Raclette, velvety fig laced Foie Gras, and a delicious caramelized cake made with crepes and cream! These are just a few of the French dishes Alton Brown, Claire Robinson, Ming Tsai and others say are magnifique!
10. Eggstraordinary
Aired 1 August 2011 • 30 min
Truffled egg toast, Reuben Egg Rolls, Foot High Lemon Meringue Pie, and Strawberry Soufflé are just a few of the EGGstraordinary dishes Gail Simmons, Alton Brown, Robert Irvine and others are EGGcited to talk about in this EGGceptional episode of The Best Thing I Ever Ate!
11. Finger Food
Aired 8 August 2011 • 30 min
Alton Brown, Gail Simmons, Alex Guarnaschelli, and others are throwin' down the cutlery and reaching for their best ever FINGER FOODS! - from roasted toasted ravioli and crispy fried pickles to sacrilegious but oh so delicious bacon wrapped Matzo Balls!
12. Road Trip
Aired 15 August 2011 • 30 min
Buckle up! 'Cause we're hitting the road with Emeril, Duff, Anne Burrell, and others to hear about some of their favorite food stops around the country. Delicious chili spiced Apple Pie, succulent roast pheasant, buttery lobster mashed potatoes...these are just a few of the dishes worth putting on the brakes for. So sit back and enjoy the ride on The Best Thing I Ever Ate - Road Trip!
13. Childhood Favorites
Aired 22 August 2011 • 30 min
Michael Symon, Bobby Flay, Gail Simmons and others take a step back in time to recall the dishes they loved as a kid. Handmade pasta, Frito Pie, Cotton Candy and Pizza might be their Childhood Favorites, but they're just as good today...maybe even better!