Ep 3. Charleston, SC

In the Man v. Food season 7 episode named Charleston, SC, the host Casey Webb heads to the historic city of Charleston, South Carolina to take on some of the biggest and most iconic food challenges the city has to offer.

The episode starts with Casey visiting the famous Hominy Grill, a classic Southern restaurant that has been serving up delicious home-cooked meals for over 20 years. Here, Casey takes on the "Big Nasty Biscuit" challenge, a towering biscuit sandwich that is filled with fried chicken, cheddar cheese, and sausage gravy. To complete the challenge, Casey needs to finish the entire sandwich along with a side of grits and a cup of coffee within 45 minutes.

Next, Casey heads to Lewis Barbecue, a popular BBQ joint that has been named one of the best in the country. Here, he takes on the "Big Daddy" challenge, which consists of devouring an enormous platter of meat that includes brisket, pork ribs, and smoked sausage. To complete the challenge, Casey needs to finish all of the meat along with two sides and a slice of white bread in under an hour.

After these two heavy challenges, Casey takes a break from the meat and heads to Verde, a local favorite for fresh and healthy salads. However, this being Man v. Food, Casey still takes on a food challenge at the restaurant. He tries his hand at the "Veritas Salad" challenge, which requires him to finish a massive bowl of salad with over 20 different vegetables, fruits, and toppings, all within 20 minutes.

Casey's next stop is at the famous "Husk" restaurant, known for its farm-to-table cuisine and sophisticated Southern cooking. Here, he takes on the "Husk Hot Chicken" challenge, which consists of eating a plate full of spicy fried chicken along with a variety of sides that include cornbread, coleslaw, and pickles.

Finally, Casey heads to the "Tamashii Ramen" restaurant to take on the "Yokai Ramen Challenge." This challenge requires him to finish an enormous bowl of ramen that contains over 10 different ingredients, including pork belly, soft-boiled eggs, and bamboo shoots. To complete the challenge, Casey needs to finish the entire bowl of ramen, along with an order of gyoza and a glass of water, in under 30 minutes.

Throughout the episode, viewers see Casey struggle with the immense food challenges that he takes on, but also his appreciation for the food and culture of Charleston. He meets with locals and restaurant owners who share their passion for the city's cuisine and its long history of soulful cooking.

Overall, the Charleston, SC episode of Man v. Food is a thrilling and delicious adventure, showcasing some of the biggest and most iconic food challenges in one of the country's most celebrated food cities.