Ep 19. Hog Wild
- July 8, 2020
In the latest episode of Food Paradise, titled "Hog Wild," viewers are taken on a mouth-watering journey through some of the best barbecue spots in the country that specialize in pork. From pulled pork sandwiches to ribs to bacon-wrapped everything, this episode is a must-watch for any meat lover.
The first stop on this pork-centric adventure takes us to Memphis, Tennessee where viewers are introduced to the famous barbecue joint, Leo's BBQ. The establishment, run by founder and pitmaster, Leo's wife, and children, has been serving up their famous dry-rubbed ribs and pork shoulder for over four decades. The secret to their delicious barbecue? A secret blend of spices and a commitment to slow-cooking their meats over hickory wood.
Next, we travel to New York City to visit Pig Beach, a Brooklyn-based restaurant that prides itself on its "barbecue, beer, and bacon." With a menu that includes dishes like "The Whole Hog," a roasted pig cooked over an open flame, and "The Big Pig Smorgasbord," which features an assortment of pork-centric dishes, it's no wonder the restaurant has become a staple in Brooklyn's food scene.
The show then takes us to Kansas City, Missouri, where viewers are introduced to another family-owned barbecue joint, the Burnt End BBQ. Specializing in burnt ends, the crispy, caramelized ends of brisket or pork shoulder, Burnt End's menu also includes a variety of other pork dishes like their popular pulled pork sandwiches.
After exploring the barbecue scene in Kansas City, the show travels to Austin, Texas, where viewers are introduced to the world-renowned restaurant, Franklin Barbecue. Known for their melt-in-your-mouth brisket, Franklin Barbecue is often referred to as one of the best barbecue spots in the world. Co-owner and pitmaster, Aaron Franklin, shares his secrets to making the perfect brisket with viewers, including his meticulous attention to detail and commitment to quality ingredients.
The episode also invites us to Indianapolis, Indiana, where we meet up with the team behind the popular food truck, Johnson's BBQ Shack. The restaurant is famous for their slow-smoked pork shoulder, which is seasoned with a blend of spices and cooked over hickory wood for up to 12 hours. And if you're looking for a unique twist on traditional barbecue, Johnson's BBQ Shack also offers a "Piggy Mac" dish, which combines their delicious pulled pork with mac and cheese.
Finally, the show takes us to Nashville, Tennessee, where we meet up with pitmaster Carey Bringle, the owner of the world-famous Peg Leg Porker restaurant. Known for his award-winning smoked pork, brisket, and ribs, Bringle shares his secrets to making the perfect barbecue sauce, which he believes is "the most important part of the barbecue experience."
Overall, Food Paradise's "Hog Wild" episode does not disappoint. From Memphis to Austin to Nashville, viewers are taken on a journey through some of the country's best barbecue spots, and introduced to the talented pitmasters and restaurant owners behind them. And for any pork lover, this episode is sure to leave your mouth watering and your stomach grumbling.
