The Best Thing I Ever Ate

Season 5

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:

13 Episodes

  • Combos
    E1
    CombosOn 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.
  • Fried Chicken
    E2
    Fried ChickenIt'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.
  • Smokey
    E3
    SmokeyClaire 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!
  • Better Than Mine
    E4
    Better Than MineTyler 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!
  • Las Vegas
    E5
    Las VegasThey 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!
  • Road Trip
    E6
    Road TripBuckle 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!
  • Old School
    E7
    Old SchoolThey 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.
  • Ice Creamy
    E8
    Ice CreamyAlton 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!
  • French Favorites
    E9
    French FavoritesBon 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!
  • Eggstraordinary
    E10
    EggstraordinaryTruffled 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!
  • Finger Food
    E11
    Finger FoodAlton 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!
  • Road Trip
    E12
    Road TripBuckle 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!
  • Childhood Favorites
    E13
    Childhood FavoritesMichael 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!

 

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