Ep 13. Aporkalypse Now
- TV-G
- March 15, 2018
- 20 min
In the 13th episode of season 5 of Carnival Eats, titled "Aporkalypse Now," the food festival is in full swing and the vendors have brought out their best culinary creations. Host Noah Cappe takes a trip to the Canadian National Exhibition in Toronto, Canada, where he indulges in a variety of delicious and unique foods.
The episode begins with Noah visiting Mr. Tasty, a food truck known for their pork dishes. Noah tries their signature dish, the Hog Wild Sandwich, which consists of pulled pork, bacon, coleslaw, and BBQ sauce piled high on a bun. The sandwich is so big that Noah has to take a few bites out of it before he can even pick it up!
Next up, Noah heads to Gourmet Gringos, a food truck that specializes in Mexican street food. They offer a wide variety of tacos, but Noah decides to try their Chorizo Poutine, a Canadian twist on a classic Mexican dish. The dish features crispy fries topped with chorizo sausage, cheese curds, and gravy, creating a savory and satisfying comfort food.
As Noah continues to explore the festival, he stops by the Funnel Cake Express booth. This food stand is known for their unique take on the classic carnival treat, offering funnel cakes in a variety of flavors, including red velvet and maple bacon. Noah tries their Strawberry Shortcake Funnel Cake, which is topped with fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and a light dusting of powdered sugar.
Moving on, Noah visits The Colossal Onion, which specializes in fried food. They offer a variety of fried items, including onion rings, mozzarella sticks, and chicken fingers. Noah decides to try their Colossal Grilled Cheese, a sandwich made with four types of cheese and served on thick Texas toast. The sandwich is so big that it requires two hands to hold!
Finally, Noah heads to Tim Hortons, a coffee and doughnut chain that is popular in Canada. While they are known for their coffee, Noah decides to try their Timbit Poutine, a sweet twist on the classic Canadian dish. The dish features Timbits, which are bite-sized doughnuts, topped with caramel sauce, whipped cream, and sprinkles.
Overall, the "Aporkalypse Now" episode of Carnival Eats is a fun and indulgent look at the variety of unique culinary creations that can be found at food festivals throughout North America. The episode demonstrates the creativity and ingenuity of food vendors, who are constantly pushing the limits with their unique and delicious dishes.