Ep 2. Global Eats

In Cooked with Cannabis season 1, episode 2 titled Global Eats, the contestants are challenged to create an infused dish that draws inspiration from different cultures around the world. Hosts Kelis and Leather Storrs welcome three new guest judges to the show: Chef Mia Castro, Chef Esther Choi, and rapper Stalley.

The first contestant, Josh, is tasked with using cannabis to create a dish inspired by Japan. He creates a tuna tataki infused with cannabis oil and a wasabi and soy sauce vinaigrette. The judges are impressed with his use of cannabis as a complement to the umami flavors in the dish.

Next up is Sam, who must create a dish inspired by the spice markets of India. She decides to infuse her dish - a coconut curry with eggplant and chicken - with cannabis butter. The judges praise her for her bold flavor choices and her use of cannabis in a way that enhances the dish.

Finally, Michael is challenged to create an infused dish inspired by the street food of Mexico. He decides to make a grilled corn salad with cannabis-infused aioli and cotija cheese. The judges appreciate his decision to use cannabis in a subtle way that doesn't overpower the other ingredients.

After the judges have sampled each dish, they deliberate and decide on a winner. The contestant who best incorporated cannabis into their dish while remaining true to the cultural inspiration is declared the winner and moves on to the next round.

Throughout the episode, the hosts and judges discuss the cultural significance of the ingredients and flavors used in each dish and how using cannabis can add a unique twist to classic dishes from around the world. The episode aims to showcase the versatility of cannabis in the kitchen and how it can be used to enhance a wide range of flavors.