Ep 13. In the Family
- TVG
- June 30, 2008
- 20 min
In this episode of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, host Guy Fieri takes viewers on a culinary tour of family-owned and operated restaurants across the United States. From Massachusetts to Arizona, Guy samples the diverse flavors and unique dishes that are the result of decades of family recipes and traditions.
The first stop on Guy's journey is to a diner in Massachusetts that has been run by the same family for over 70 years. Guy meets the grandson of the original owner, who shares the secrets to the diner's famous roast beef sandwich and homemade apple pie.
Next, Guy heads to a Filipino restaurant in Arizona where he meets a mother and son duo who are keeping their family's culinary heritage alive. They prepare dishes such as chicken adobo and crispy pata while sharing stories of their family's journey to America.
In Texas, Guy visits a family-owned barbecue joint that has been serving up authentic Texas-style brisket for over 50 years. Guy gets a lesson on smoking meat from the owner's son and samples their famous brisket sandwich.
Guy's final stop is to a bakery in California where he meets a husband and wife team who are carrying on their family's baking legacy. They show Guy how to make their famous cinnamon roll and share how the bakery has been a pillar of the community for over 50 years.
Throughout the episode, Guy not only samples delicious food but gets to know the families behind the restaurants. He learns about their histories, struggles, and triumphs, and how their dedication to their craft has been passed down through generations.
In the Family is a heartwarming and mouth-watering tribute to the importance of family, tradition, and food in American culture.