Big Food Bucket List
Season 3
In Big Food Bucket List, host and comedian John Catucci (You Gotta Eat Here!) takes viewers on one-of-a-kind food adventures across North America, as he checks off the most drool-worthy dishes and must-see culinary stops along the way. Big Food Bucket List is produced by Lone Eagle Entertainment in association with Corus Studios for Food Network Canada.
Where to Watch Big Food Bucket List • Season 3
20 Episodes
- Live Laugh Lasagna
E1Live Laugh LasagnaJohn heads to Toronto, ON to count down the 100 layers on this sky-high, pan-fried lasagna that blows his nonna’s right out of the water. Next up, he treks to Chicago, IL to meet the baron of midwestern BBQ and dig his fork into an award-winning brisket that has all the critics talking. John travels to the West Coast for a flavour-filled exploration into a brunch bowl chock full of West African flavours. - Bun in a Million
E2Bun in a MillionJohn jets to St. John’s, NL to learn the art of pit cooking and to try some authentic Newfoundland fishcakes. Next, John heads down to Chicago, IL to explore the world of Peruvian cuisine and eat a stacked plate of Lima’s signature dish: seafood fried rice topped with an omelette. In Toronto, ON, John digs his fork into a viral lemon meringue pie topped with a mountain of meringue browned with a blowtorch. - Taco Chance on Me
E3Taco Chance on MeJohn travels to Montréal, QC to devour some mind-blowing spaghetti slathered in truffle sauce and topped with a perfect 64-degree egg yolk. In Milwaukee, WI, John dives into a traditional Wisconsin fish fry and digs into walleye fresh from the lake. Next, John checks handmade tacos off his bucket list with the Al Pastor of his dreams in Wellington, Ontario. - Burger She Wrote
E4Burger She WroteJohn jets to Victoria, BC to delve into some freshly steamed bivalves and learn the secret behind Victoria’s favourite fish & chips. John heads to Milwaukee, WI to learn the tricks of the trade from a bold butcher crafting crazy pesto topped hamburgers. In Toronto, ON John gets a chance to taste the cheesy, saucy stuffed cauliflower that has taken this town by storm. - Love You Brunch
E5Love You BrunchJohn gets the best of both worlds in Montréal, QC where he learns how to make a famously delicious jerk chicken poutine. In St. John’s, NL, John gets the scoop on a restaurant inside a garden centre, where they serve up dishes full of freshly grown ingredients, like their brioche French toast covered in edible flowers. John heads to Minneapolis, MN to get his hands dirty making the cheesy, crunchy birria tacos that have everyone lining up for this fan-favourite food truck. - Come Slurp Away
E6Come Slurp AwayJohn checks in in Bloomfield, ON and checks mouth-watering flame-grilled meats off his bucket list with a jaw-dropping 50oz Côte de Boeuf. John jets to Boston, MA for a masterclass in Thai street food and dives into the creamy crab curry that dreams are made of. John explores the world of seafood in sunny Tofino, BC with broiled, creamy miso oysters topped with a drool-worthy breadcrumb coating. - Hakuna Toastada
E7Hakuna ToastadaJohn flies to Courtenay, BC to dive into the spectacular seafood on offer and dip his spoon into their signature seafood chowder. In Boston, MA, John gets his brunch on and chows down on some avocado toast with a Mexican twist in the form of a golden-brown crunchy tostada. In Toronto, ON, John pays tribute to a pioneer of Tuscan cuisine and tries a wild boar ragù that has him falling deeply in love. - C’est La Vie Che
E8C’est La Vie CheJohn arrives in Portsmouth, NH just in time for a taquito like you’ve never crunched before, stuffed with braised pig’s head. John jets off to the East Coast to meet the St. John’s, NL chef making mouth-watering fried rice with a recipe passed from his grandfather, one of the first Chinese immigrants in Newfoundland. John hits the beach in Tofino, BC and downs a gigantic BBQ sandwich that only the hungriest eaters could hope to finish! - Meat Cute
E10Meat CuteJohn gets brunchy in Palm Springs, CA with a blackberry, custard stuffed French toast worth cheating on your diet for. John heads north to beautiful Québec City, QC to explore the flavours of la belle province with ultra-tender braised bison cheek. John gets back to nature in Tofino, BC and tries the astounding veggie burger that diners call the best in the province. - Halva Nice Day
E11Halva Nice DayJohn jets to sunny San Diego, CA for a crash course in Chicano cooking and wraps up a big ol’ burrito stuffed with the Mexi-Cali special – French fries! John heads to the East Coast to enjoy a bucket-list Maritime bite – creamy, slow cooked risotto topped with pan-fried Bay of Fundy scallops. In Toronto, ON, John digs his fork into a mind-boggling stack of blueberry ricotta pancakes with crumbles of halva, the mouth-watering Middle Eastern dessert, on top. - My Way or the Poke
E12My Way or the PokeJohn spreads his wings and flies to Honolulu, HI for a masterclass in traditional Hawai’ian poke and poi made from vibrant purple taro root. Across the world, John dives into the freshest seafood around in St. John’s, NL with famous fish tacos and baked oysters that’ll make your mouth water. In the beautiful Quebec City, QC, John digs into indulgent diner food with a French twist, like super stacked chicken and waffles and melty mac and cheese. - Matzoh Baller
E13Matzoh BallerJohn journeys to Orlando, FL, and digs into the craziest brunch of his life; homemade biscuits, bacon, eggs, and a 5-cheese mac and cheese, all stacked on one plate. In Richmond, VA, John heads into an incredible Jewish deli that’s doing it a little different, like their Jewish egg rolls you have to see to believe. In Lahaina, HI, John gets the secret behind Maui’s famous, buttery, perfectly chewy garlic noodles from one of the best chefs on the island. - When Deviled Pigs Fly
E14When Deviled Pigs FlyJohn gets to work in Mississauga, ON learning to make the famous butter chicken samosa that has people lining up around the block. In Tampa, FL, John channels his inner pitmaster and tries some innovative BBQ creations, including the crunchy, golden brown, pork-stuffed deviled pig. John explores Washington, DC with a unique culinary journey into Wafu pizza and pasta; the historical Japanese-Italian fusion that’s taking the city by storm. - Holy Mole
E15Holy MoleJohn follows the magic down to Orlando, FL for the Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th Anniversary and explores more than 150 sips and bites full of colour, whimsy, and flavour. John heads to Toronto, ON for a masterclass in plant-based Mexican cuisine, including an ultra-rare white mole sauce. In Richmond, VA, John gets to the heart of the city’s favourite fried chicken, made with soul by Mama J. - Bohemianrib-Sody
E16Bohemianrib-SodyJohn ventures down to Philadelphia, PA for a spot famed for their Guatemalan food, especially their pupusas stuffed with cheese and believe it or not loroco flowers! Next up, John gets his hands dirty with the master of meat in Toronto, ON, where he learns the secret behind their famous elk slider. John kicks back in Makawao, HI with a magnificent pineapple upside-down-cake made with freshly picked fruit from Maui’s famous pineapple fields. - Dutch Dutch Baby
E17Dutch Dutch BabyIn Honolulu, HI, John tries out the hapa (Hawai’ian for half) restaurant of his wildest dreams, mixing American classics with Korean flavours and Hawaiian ingredients for a truly delicious experience. John heads down to Philadelphia, PA to try Pennsylvanian Dutch cuisine – best known for their delish 'Dutch Baby,' a huge baked pancake topped with sweet or savoury toppings. In Tampa, FL, John scoops up everyone’s favourite local specialty – a deliciously charred, tender, blackened grouper sandwich. - Hip Hip Churr-Ay!
E18Hip Hip Churr-Ay!In Montreal, QC, John gets a lesson in tapas, from perfect octopus to freshly fried churros. On warmer shores, John spends the day in Honolulu, HI, enjoying breakfast Hawai’i style, with oodles of Liliko’I, a vibrant, sweet and sour fruit served atop a jaw-dropping stack of pancakes. In Toronto, ON, John is lucky enough to grab a table at the hottest reservation in town for a behind the scenes peek at the magic behind the city’s favourite plant-based Italian cuisine. - Toast to Coast
E19Toast to CoastJohn jets to Long Beach, CA to explore the art of Filipino Brunch, from eggs to island French toast. Next, John rolls down to New Haven, CT for the Trini bite that bites back at the Bake and Shark. In Niagara-On-The-Lake, ON, John stops by a vineyard owned by two sisters to try their incredibly delicious, authentic Italian pasta and pizza. - The Plot ChickensE20
The Plot ChickensIn Washington, DC, this chef’s Vietnamese and Cajun background has created an incredible menu filled with fusion flavours to die for, like their saucy, delicious crawfish and noodles. John leaves no crumb behind in Toronto, ON where he digs, dunks, and crunches his way into this beloved spot’s incredible 100 pepperoni pizza. John flies into Kahuku, HI for a lesson in cooking the perfect Huli-Huli chicken from a master of the dish.
