Ep 12. Lots Of Latin
- TV-G
- February 21, 2020
- 20 min
In season 34, episode 12 of Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, host Guy Fieri travels to explore the vibrant and flavorful world of Latin cuisine. In this episode titled "Lots of Latin," Guy visits three unique restaurants across the United States that offer their own spin on traditional Latin dishes.
The first restaurant Guy visits is La Sabrosita in Oakland, California. La Sabrosita is a family-owned business that serves up authentic Mexican cuisine. Guy samples their famous Carnitas plate, which is slow-cooked pork served with rice, beans, and homemade salsa. He also tries their classic Tacos de Lengua, which are made with tender beef tongue.
Next, Guy heads to Cafe Ybor City in Tampa, Florida, which specializes in Spanish and Cuban dishes. He tries their famous Cuban sandwich, which is made with slow-cooked ham, roast pork, and Swiss cheese, all served on Cuban bread. Guy also samples their traditional paella, filled with fresh seafood and saffron-infused rice.
Finally, Guy heads to Willbur's Grill in Chattanooga, Tennessee, a restaurant specializing in Latin-infused Southern comfort food. Guy tries their signature "Elvis burger," which features a beef patty topped with peanut butter, bacon, and grilled bananas. He also samples their slow-cooked brisket, which is smothered in a house-made BBQ sauce with a Latin twist.
Throughout the episode, Guy also meets the passionate chefs and owners behind each restaurant, learning about their unique family recipes and cultural influences. From the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine to the hearty comfort of Cuban and Southern dishes, this episode of Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives showcases the delicious diversity of Latin cuisine found across America.