Ep 3. Rhode Island: Calamari

In Roadfood season 1 episode 3, titled "Rhode Island: Calamari," viewers are taken on a culinary journey to discover the best places in the state of Rhode Island to enjoy one of its most famous dishes- calamari. Hosts Jane and Michael Stern start their adventure in historic Newport, Rhode Island, where they visit Flo's Clam Shack, a restaurant that's been in business since 1936. Here, they sample the restaurant's famous clam chowder and split a plate of calamari that's fried to perfection.

Next, the hosts head to George's of Galilee in the seaside town of Galilee, home to one of Rhode Island's most popular seafood destinations. George's of Galilee has been in business for over 70 years and is considered a Rhode Island institution. The hosts try the restaurant's famous stuffed quahogs, before heading to the kitchen to learn how to make their famous calamari. Head Chef Tom Schofield teaches them how to prepare and cook perfect calamari.

The next stop on their adventure is Aunt Carrie's in Narragansett, Rhode Island. This restaurant has been serving up seafood since 1920 and is famous for its clam cakes and chowder. The hosts try Aunt Carrie's calamari stuffed with crabmeat before heading to the State Capital of Providence.

In Providence, the hosts visit Nick's on Broadway, a restaurant that emphasizes using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Chef Derek Wagner shows them how to prepare calamari from fresh squid caught that morning in Rhode Island waters. The squid is sautéed with garlic, lemon, and butter for a delicious and simple dish.

Finally, the hosts visit Iggy's Doughboys and Chowder House, a family-owned and operated eatery famous for its clam cakes, doughboys, and chowder. The hosts try Iggy's specialty pizza with calamari as a topping, a unique take on the classic Rhode Island dish that's not to be missed.

Throughout the episode, viewers get a taste of Rhode Island's distinct seafood culture, discovering just what makes calamari such a beloved dish in the state. From the historic restaurants that have been serving seafood for decades to the new, contemporary restaurants that blend classic and new techniques, this episode is sure to whet the appetites of seafood lovers everywhere.