Extra Virgin Season 1 Episode 5
Extra Virgin
Season 1

Ep 5. Food Truck Fun

  • TV-G
  • February 16, 2011
  • 19 min

Extra Virgin is a cooking show that features a lovely couple, Debi Mazar and Gabriele Corcos, who are passionate about food and eager to share their knowledge and experience with their viewers. In season 1, episode 5, called "Food Truck Fun," Debi and Gabriele embark on a new culinary adventure by visiting some of the most interesting food trucks in Los Angeles.

The episode starts with Debi and Gabriele heading to a parking lot, where they find a diverse range of food trucks representing different cultures and cuisines. Their first stop is at a Mexican food truck, where they meet chef Aaron Sanchez, who shows them how to make some mouth-watering tacos. Gabriele is thrilled to learn some new techniques from Aaron and is impressed by his use of herbs and spices to create a unique flavor profile.

Next, Debi and Gabriele head to a Korean BBQ truck, where they meet chef Roy Choi, who shares his recipe for the perfect Korean BBQ beef. Gabriele is excited to try a new cooking technique, and Debi is impressed by how easy it is to prepare such a delicious meal. The couple also learns how to prepare a Korean-style coleslaw, which is a refreshing and colorful side dish that complements the rich flavor of the beef.

From there, Debi and Gabriele move on to a French-style crepe truck, where they make some sweet and savory crepes using fresh ingredients. Gabriele is particularly fond of the savory crepe, which is filled with ham, cheese, and egg, while Debi loves the sweet crepe, which is filled with Nutella and bananas. The couple also learns about the art of crepe-making and discovers some new crepe flavors, including a delicious lemon and sugar crepe.

In the second half of the episode, Debi and Gabriele visit a vegetable-centric food truck, where they meet chef Jessica Koslow, who shares her unique approach to cooking with fresh vegetables. Jessica shows them how to prepare a roasted vegetable salad with a creamy tahini dressing, which highlights the natural flavors of the vegetables. Gabriele is impressed by the simplicity of the recipe and how the vegetables are transformed into a delicious and nutritious meal.

Finally, Debi and Gabriele visit a dessert truck, where they indulge in some delicious treats. The chef shows them how to make a strawberry shortcake parfait, which is a layered dessert featuring fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and crumbled shortcake. Gabriele is amazed by how easy it is to create such a beautiful and delicious dessert, and Debi is mesmerized by the chef's artistic presentation.

Throughout the episode, Debi and Gabriele showcase their passion for food and their willingness to learn from different perspectives and cuisines. They show how food can be a unifying force that brings people together and creates a sense of community and camaraderie. The episode is full of mouth-watering recipes, cooking tips, and inspiring stories, making it a must-see for anyone who loves food and cooking.

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Extra Virgin, Season 1 Episode 5, is available to watch and stream on Cooking Channel. You can also buy, rent Extra Virgin on demand at Amazon online.
  • First Aired
    February 16, 2011
  • Content Rating
    TV-G
  • Runtime
    19 min
  • Language
    English
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