Ep 2. Food Truck Showdown
- TV-PG
- October 12, 2021
- 42 min
In Dinner: Impossible season 10 episode 2, titled "Food Truck Showdown," celebrity chef Robert Irvine faced his toughest challenge yet as he embarked on a culinary battle against three of the best food truck chefs in the country. The episode started with Irvine being given a daunting task - to create a mouthwatering menu in just 8 hours that could compete with the best food trucks in history. As the clock started ticking, Irvine set out to create an innovative menu that would impress the judges and earn him the title of the best food truck chef in the nation.
The episode was filmed in the heart of downtown Los Angeles, where Irvine was greeted by his three competitors - Cousins Maine Lobster, Banh Mi Boys, and Graffiti. The competition was divided into three rounds, with each chef getting a chance to showcase their culinary skills in each round. Irvine's first challenge was to create a dish that would showcase his style of cooking and set him apart from the other contestants.
For his first dish, Irvine went with a classic French dish, Coq au Vin, a savory chicken dish braised in red wine, bacon, mushrooms, and carrots. The judges were impressed with the dish, praising Irvine for his bold flavors and expert technique.
The second round was a head-to-head battle between the chefs, with each one tasked with creating a unique street food item. Irvine decided to draw inspiration from his British roots and created a twist on the classic fish and chips, using shrimp instead of fish. He also added a modern touch by creating his own tartar sauce using pickled vegetables, which impressed both the judges and his competitors.
The final round of the competition was a challenge to create a signature dish that would showcase the chef's culinary talents. Irvine decided to go all out with a five-course tasting menu that included everything from grilled octopus and chorizo to a decadent flourless chocolate cake. The judges were blown away by the complexity of Irvine's dishes and the creativity behind each one.
Overall, "Food Truck Showdown" was an action-packed episode that showcased the best of the food truck industry and highlighted the exceptional talent of Chef Robert Irvine. Throughout the episode, Irvine proved why he is one of the most respected names in the culinary world, and his innovative dishes left the judges and audience members craving for more.