Watch Glutton For Punishment

2007
4 Seasons
8.0 (29)

Glutton For Punishment is a cooking show aired on Amazon Addon that was first broadcasted in 2007. The show stars Bob Blumer, Viveca Gardiner, and Myia Elliott who embark on delicious and daring culinary adventures. In this show, Bob Blumer literally goes to the extreme to fulfill his passion for food, travel, and adventure. Every episode takes him on a culinary journey to a different destination where he seeks to learn about local cuisines, traditions, and ways of cooking.

Throughout the show, the viewers get to witness Bob pushing his limits and testing his abilities by trying out some of the toughest and most bizarre culinary challenges. As he ventures into different regions, he learns about the unique ingredients and techniques used by the locals in their cuisine. However, he does not stop there. He goes ahead to take up challenges that most people would consider impossible or absurd.

In the show, Bob is accompanied by Viveca Gardiner, who acts as his sous chef and is tasked with keeping him in check and ensuring that all the challenges are performed safely. Together, the two go on to explore the local regions, meet up with the locals, and of course, food tasting.

Bob's challenges range from making giant burgers in Texas, preparing a 99-course dinner in Hong Kong, to cooking barbecue using a volcano in Hawaii. The show features some of the most extreme and complicated culinary feats ever attempted on television. Regardless of how challenging the task seems, Bob always finds a way to complete it successfully, making the show entertaining and a thrill to watch.

In addition to the culinary adventures, the show also features interviews with local chefs and food experts who share their insights and knowledge of the cuisine of the respective regions Bob visits. These experts act as guides, taking Bob through the local markets and suggesting the best ingredients to use in his challenges.

Throughout the show, Bob's love for food and the culinary culture is evident. He constantly pushes himself to the limit and is willing to take risks to learn and master cooking techniques from across the globe. He also demonstrates his passion for trying out new recipes, which is why the show even features some of his quirky but practical inventions like the 'tofu press' and the 'pasta wheel'. These innovations, coupled with his humor, make for a hilarious and entertaining show.

Glutton For Punishment is an educational show for culinary enthusiasts looking to learn and explore different international cuisines. The show features some of the world's most bizarre and challenging culinary tasks, making it an exciting and fun show to watch. With the amazing combination of Bob's wit and love for food and Viveca's exceptional sous chef skills, the show acts as an inspiration to all aspiring chefs seeking to take their cooking skills to the next level.

In conclusion, Glutton For Punishment is a show worth watching for anyone who has a passion for cooking, travel, and adventure. With its daring challenges and unique twists, it offers an unforgettable culinary journey for both the viewers and the host. If you are looking for a show that will take your cooking skills to the next level while exposing you to different international cuisines, Glutton For Punishment is the perfect show for you.

Glutton For Punishment is a series that ran for 4 seasons (52 episodes) between October 22, 2007 and on Amazon Addon

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13. Chocolate Fashion Show

March 29, 2010

There was a time when chocolate was for kids, but, in these days of gourmet, vintage, fair trade, rare bean bars, chocolate has become a distinctly grown-up affair. In this episode Bob will have to master the tempering and blending of his own unique chocolate creation under the watchful eye of his mentor, a master chocolatier.

12. Gumbo Cook Off

March 22, 2010

Gumbo, a stew containing everything from poultry, shellfish, and smoked pork served over rice, is a staple in many homes across Louisiana. Bob will be put to the test to see if he has what it takes to win the Gumbo cook-off in New Iberia, Louisiana - The Gumbo Capital of the World.

11. Edible Car Race

March 15, 2010

Bob loves cars and food but he has never combined them together. This will change as he is pitted against elite engineering students in the Edible Car Competition at Brown University, Rhode Island.

10. Coconut Husking Competition

March 8, 2010

Bob is strong, but does he have the strength to husk the bark off a bundle of coconuts in minutes - with only his bare hands? His skills will be put to the test at the 13th Annual Coconut Festival. Bob will train by learning the proper technique of removing the husk from his Polynesian teacher, a master at all things coconut.

9. Chinese Dumpling Competition

March 1, 2010

Bob heads off to a popular Chinese dumpling restaurant in Vancouver, where he'll have five days to learn how to make dumplings in a fast-paced kitchen while chefs scream out orders in Chinese and slam out thousands of dumplings a day. Bob's task is to learn the most difficult one -xialongbao (soup dumpling) - a dumpling with complex filling and folds.

8. Potato Peeling Competition

February 22, 2010

Bloody fingers, cuts, scrapes, and sore hands await Bob as he takes to the stage, grabs a peeler and strives to be the fastest at the annual Potato Days Peeling Contest in tiny Barnesville Minnesota. The inhabitants of Barnesville, one of the best potato producing areas in the US, pride themselves on their spuds.

7. Bagel Roll-Off

February 15, 2010

Bob loves bagels, but mastering the art of the hand-rolled Montreal bagel takes time that he doesn't have. In 5 short days, Bob has to learn how to make this Montreal staple carb from start to finish, and then tackle the toughest skill of the process, hand-rolling perfect bagels, before he goes before the entire team of bakers at the famous St Viateur Bakery.

6. Slice & Dice Competition

February 8, 2010

Bob, a self-trained chef, has never had his culinary skills tested at a culinary institution. In this challenge he'll find out if his knife skills are sharp enough to compete against culinary professionals in a Knife Skills Competition at Kendall Culinary College in Chicago.

5. Sushi Masters Competition

February 1, 2010

Sushi has been a treasured part of Japanese culture for hundreds of years. And these days, virtually every North American neighborhood seems to have a sushi joint. In this episode, Bob has five days to learn the intricacies of cutting raw fish, assembling traditional sushi plate and creating his signature roll.

4. Ice Cream Making Competition

January 25, 2010

In smoking hot Austin, Texas during the month of August, ice cream is not just a treat, it is a lifesaver! At the Austin Ice Cream Festival, competitors make ice cream the old-fashioned way - by hand-cranking freezing cream until it sets. It takes a strong arm and considerable stamina, but true ice cream purists know it is worth it.

3. Kung-Fu Tea Challenge

January 18, 2010

Kung-fu tea (Kungfu cha), the 'espresso' of Chinese teas, remains an important part of social etiquette in Hangzhou, China. This is no timid tea party though. Combining piping hot tea with martial art moves, it's more like the flair bartending of caffeinated drinks. The server must pour the tea from great height and from behind his back with great precision.

2. Goat Milking Competition

January 11, 2010

Bob is about to meet his match - a mean-tempered 150lb nanny goat - which he must milk at the Goat Milking Competition in Pennsylvania. To train, Bob learns the proper milking technique and how to make goat's milk products like goat cheese and yogurt. During the contest, Bob must chase down the goat, roll up his sleeves, and get the most milk in a bucket in just two minutes.

1. Nettle Eating Competition

January 4, 2010

Cooked nettles quickly lose their sting and taste like spinach, but in the Nettle Eating Competition in Dorset, England, the nettles are eaten raw. Picked just before the competition, the nettles are consumed with natural accompaniments such as caterpillars and slugs, and washed down with copious quantities of local ale. Will Bob eat his way to victory or will he lose it all?

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Where to Watch Glutton For Punishment

Glutton For Punishment is available for streaming on the Amazon Addon website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Glutton For Punishment on demand at Amazon Prime.