Roadfood: Discovering America One Dish at a Time

Roadfood: Discovering America One Dish at a Time is a new PBS TV show that aims to re-discover America’s regional culture through its iconic dishes. Our host, Misha Collins, will hit the highways and byways of America, exploring a uniquely American dish in each episode. Meeting local cooks, pit-masters, bakers, cafe owners, and proprietors of local eating establishments, Misha will explore the roots of a dish through these modern culinary folk artisans.

Documentary

Roadfood: Discovering America One Dish at a Time

Documentary

Created By: Cliff SharplesLisa SharplesMichael Stern
First Aired on: Dec 03, 2021
Popularity: 9.477: 3 votes
Networks: (US)
Production: Fexy StudiosGBH Stuido 6
Status: Returning Series: In Production

Seasons & episodes

Total 1 seasons, 13 episodes

Season 1

Roadfood: Discovering America One Dish at a Time is a new PBS TV show that aims to re-discover America's regional culture through its iconic dishes. Our host, Misha Collins, will hit the highways and byways of America, exploring a uniquely American dish in each episode. Meeting local cooks, pit-masters, bakers, cafe owners, and proprietors of local eating establishments, Misha will explore the roots of a dish through these modern culinary folk artisans.

Aired 4 years ago

13 Episodes

Episode 1Houston, TX24 min
Follow host Misha Collins as he meets the Vietnamese population in Houston, Texas by sharing their love for food.
Episode 2Little Dominican Republic, NY24 min
Little Dominican Republic, located in Washington Heights, is a microcosm of the Dominican community in Manhattan, NY. This community is vibrant and truly alive with Dominican cuisine and culture.
Episode 3Rhode Island24 min
Ever heard of a state appetizer? Unless you live in Rhode Island, the answer is likely no, as this tiny state is the first - and only - to pursue this particular display of state pride.
Episode 4Chicago, IL24 min
African American influence in Chicago cannot be overstated, stretching from music to food to much more. Jazz and Blues, as well as South Side BBQ, are just a few examples of how African American culture has shaped the Windy City.
Episode 5Brownsville, TX24 min
Brownsville, Texas, on the border of Mexico, is where you'll find some of the best tacos in the U.S., both in variety and quality. It's also a place where border politics have direct and immediate consequences.