Ep 18. Stick It to Me

On episode 18 of season 1 of Carnival Eats, titled "Stick It to Me," host Noah Cappe takes viewers on a culinary adventure through one of the largest and most exciting traveling carnivals in the United States. This episode highlights the variety of foods that can be found on a stick, from savory to sweet.

First up, Noah indulges in some classic carnival fair with a twist - deep fried peanut butter and jelly sandwiches on a stick. Next, Noah experiences some Tex-Mex flavor with a spicy jalapeno popper corndog, inspired by the flavors of Texas chili and cheddar cheese.

But the real excitement begins when Noah comes across some truly unique and unexpected stick-based snacks. He tries a refreshing and healthy fruit-filled kebab, complete with strawberries, pineapple, and melon. From healthy to indulgent, Noah also samples a deep-fried bacon-wrapped grilled cheese on a stick, which he describes as "crunchy, gooey, and smoky all at the same time."

Noah also gets to see how some of these creations are made behind-the-scenes, visiting with carnival vendors and learning about their creative processes. He meets with a farmer who grows the vegetables for a Greek-inspired veggie kebab and watches as a carnival vendor carefully dips a hot dog in corndog batter before deep-frying it to perfection.

Throughout the episode, Noah is also joined by guest judges who help him choose the best stick-based snacks of the day. They taste-test everything from fried cookie dough on a stick to a colorful, creative apple pie popsicle.

As always, Noah brings a sense of humor and excitement to the episode, making viewers eager to grab their own stick-based snack and join in on the fun. Fans of Carnival Eats will love this episode for the unique and unexpected stick-based creations on display, as well as the excitement and energy of the carnival atmosphere.