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Mi Madre’s Mexican Restaurant, The Downtown Diner, Dianne’s Fishbar

S4 : E22

TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

Host John Catucci visits an Austin, TX institution for breakfast tacos, Lindy Hops his way to 50’s style luncheon classics, and goes overboard for every kind of seafood.

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Asks customers why they like their favorite dishes & then interviews small restaurant chef's in small North American towns with a humorous explanation of the methods for each dish.

Cast

John Catucci, Jesse Vergen, Vikram Vij

Executive Producers

Michael Geddes

full-episodes (26)

Rangoli, Lancaster Smokehouse, The Big Orange Lunchbox

S3 : E1 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

Host John Catucci goes from the exotic to the sublime after rubbing elbows with celebrity chef, Vikram Vij, then pigs out on southern-styled pigtails and gigantic burgers.
Bin 4 Burger, Jane Bond, Una

S3 : E2 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

Host John Catucci devours his fill of no-filler beef, bison & pork burgers with amazing toppings, then becomes a “Double O” spy to uncover a vegetarian restaurant’s secrets.
Fine Diner, Famous Peppers, DD Mau

S3 : E3 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

Host John Catucci travels from one coast to the other devouring elevated comfort food classics.
Fresh & Sweet, Gruman's Léché Desserts

S3 : E4 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

Host John Catucci get bowled over by a roller derby queen’s Bacon & Peach Pancakes, finds Montreal smoked meat gets some western hospitality treatment.
Jacks, Wilbur & Sebastian, Say Cheese

S3 : E5 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

Host John Catucci goes out of his way to raise a pint to a destination gastro pub serving Brisket & Stout Stroganoff, then uncovers a chef’s secret for hiding her vegetables.
Pig BBQ Joint, Two Six [Ate], Taco Pica

S3 : E6 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

Host John Catucci experiences a sandwich flavour explosion of BBQ bacon, wrapped in sausage, wrapped in more bacon, and Fried PB&J with Ice Cream sandwiches.
Praire Harvest, St. Joachum Diner, The Village

S3 : E7 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

Host John Catucci harvests more than his share of Turducken burgers and Maple Bacon Doughnuts while visiting the prairies, perfects the eating techniques to eat a Pizza Burger
Jam Café, The Gabardine, Gasthof Old Bavarian Haus

S3 : E8 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

Host John Catucci has every meal of the day covered starting with the giant egg, tea biscuit, cheese and sausage gravy “Charley Bowl”, then a classic Chicken Pot Pie for lunch.
The Club, Foo, Tundra Inn & Pub

S3 : E9 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

Host John Catucci enjoys a “Newfie Steak” before getting up close up and personal with a whole lot of Cod, finds Vietnamese street food like Caramel Chicken moving up and indoors.
Morris East, Café Radio, Pig Out BBQ

S3 : E10 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

John Catucci satisfies his camping itch by cooking a Breakfast Pizza and Marshmallow S’more in a wood-fire oven and tells the world where to get an amazing Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf.
Art-Is-In Bakery, Sloppy Hogs Roed Hus, Salt Shaker Deli

S3 : E11 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

John Catucci discovers the art of pairing artisan breads with the perfect, delicious sandwich ingredients, then celebrates eating meat with sloppy burgers with ridiculous names.
Fancy Franks, Soda Jerks, Pedal & Tap

S3 : E12 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

John Catucci enters a world of “fancy” hot dogs, topped with everything from spicy kimchi to a Greek salad, then build-your-own beef burgers further push the topping madness.
Beast, Crazyweed Kitchen, Beer Revolution

S3 : E13 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

John gets the shock of his life when he confronts the legendary “Beastwich” sandwich, then has to check his bearings when he finds South East Asian dishes in the Rocky Mountains.
Bear Street Tavern, Sul Irmaos, Le Chic Shack

S3 : E14 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

John as hungry as a bear while in Banff, AB and devours pub faves. Next he confronts his fear of massive sandwiches like the Pulled Pork Beanasaurus.
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria, Mr. Beef, Manny's Delicatessan

S3 : E15 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

John is in Chicago, IL, visiting the oldest family name in buttery, baked, deep-dish pizza, Lou Malnati’s. Then it’s off to Mr. Beef for legendary beef sandwiches.
Rock Lobster, Harper's Burger Bar, Casa Calzone

S3 : E16 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

John gets casual with humble treatments of lobster, in the heart of Toronto, ON, then travels to Kingston, where all 5 taste sensations are tantalized with the Umami Burger.
Burger Revolution, White Brick Kitchen, Old Crow Café

S3 : E17 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

Viva La Burger Revolution! John is in Belleville, where the people demand radical toppings on their burgers. Then uncovers a downtown Toronto hidden gem with fried chicken.
Lucy's Eastside Diner, Ciao Roma, The Branch

S3 : E18 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

Host John Catucci loves Lucy’s Eastside Diner in Vancouver, BC, where 4 classic diner burger patties, bacon, sausage, chili, onion rings and an egg make up a namesake sandwich.
Mltdwn, The Mad Chef Café, Twisted Apron

S3 : E19 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

John goes insane while cooking with the madman chef who created the Death By Bacon Burgerrito. Next he has a meltdown for a Lasagna Grilled Cheese Sandwich in Kingston, ON.
Creperie Catherine, William's Family Diner, Jack & Lois

S3 : E20 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

John hits the Quebec slopes then brunches on apple and salmon crepes, then John visits a rural Ontario diner with an international menu of dishes like Pad Thai to Swiss Sausages.
Ben & Izzy's Deli, Rhinos, Little Louie's Burger Joint & Soupery

S3 : E21 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

Host John Catucci joins a fellow Italian in his kosher kitchen. Yup, that’s right! Deli mash-ups like a Chicken Club topped with beef bacon satisfy both cultures.
La Cameronera, 11th Street Diner, El Mago De Las Fritas

S3 : E22 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

Host John Catucci heads south to Miami, FL. Say “Hola” to a Little Havana institution and deep-fried Cuban seafood specialties like shrimp, fish and stone crabs.
West Street Willy's, The Big Feast, Q BBQ House

S3 : E23 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

John travels to a destination restaurant for some fun making breakfast dishes like Red Velvet Pancakes and French Toast, layered with PB&B [peanut butter, bananas & bacon].
La Cubana, The Bull BBQ Pit, Garrison House

S3 : E24 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

John is in the heart of Toronto’s Roncesvalles neighborhood, where a retro diner specializes in contemporary takes on traditional Cuban sandwiches.
Calabash, Chuck's Burger Bar, Sky Blue Sky

S3 : E25 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

John enjoys international cuisine like Caribbean roti delights.Then John hits a burger bar where their “grind it and grill it” attitude forms the basis for every burger.
The Regal Diner, Mile One Eating House, Baker Street

S3 : E26 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 10.19.14

Host John Catucci heads over to Niagara Falls, ON, for lunch-counter classics like a Bacon, Tomato, Onion & Cheddar Omelette and Sausage Butties at the historic Regal Diner.
Pizzeria Via Mercanti, Moonshine Bbq, The Cheshire Cat Pub

S4 : E1 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

It’s authentic Napoletana pizza & pasta for host John Catucci at Pizzeria Via Mercanti, then he dusts up on his barbecue rib rubbing skills at Moonshine BBQ.
Nuburger, Poutineville, Emma’s Country Kitchen

S4 : E2 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

At NuBurger, John comes face to plate with the Shang; he visits Poutineville where Montreal’s best known ingredient, smoked meat, gets combined with its best known dish, poutine!
The Wren, Roy’s Place, Iron Skillet

S4 : E3 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

Host John Catucci knows you can eat like a bird or chow down on a giant chimichanga at The Wren, fills up on diner food at an Alberta roadside restaurant called Roy’s Place.
L Camino, Two Guys And A Pizza Place, The Huntsman Tavern

S4 : E4 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

Host John Catucci finds there’s more than one crazy way to stuff a taco at El Camino, joins an Italian Club but with a pizza at Two Guys and a Pizza Place.
Sovereign Room, The Manx, Osbourne Village

S4 : E5 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

Host John Catucci mines Thunder Bay and the Sovereign Room for the best duck confit poutine, enjoys a Middle Eastern twist on pub food at The Manx.
The Smoke, Lahore Tikka House, Zingerman’s Roadhouse

S4 : E6 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

Host John Catucci knows, where there’s smoke there’s fire and where there’s fire there’s great BBQ at The Smoke in Collingwood.
Kenzington Burger Bar

S4 : E7 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

John Catucci discovers breakfast, lunch and dinner can all be found on a Kenzington Burger Bar burger, learns to bake a square, sauce-topped Detroit Style Pizza in Motor City.
Toast, The Barley Vine, The Senator

S4 : E8 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

John starts his day at Toast and becomes part of the exciting Ferndale, Michigan breakfast movement, climbs aboard Barley Vine Rail Co. express to taste pork belly perogies.
Ardo, Priddis View & Brew Bistro, Shuswap Pie Company

S4 : E9 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

John brings the fat back into great dining at Lardo, then at Priddis View & Brew Bistro, every day of the week has a dish to celebrate.
Naina’s Kitchen, Vinsetta Garage, Hali Deli

S4 : E10 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

John learns “Naina” is Welsh for Grandmother and also means great stuffed burgers, Motor City gets renamed Food City with the good old Americana servings at Vinsetta Garage.
The Club House, The Baowry, 2 Doors Down

S4 : E11 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

John gets an education in sandwich making at a university hangout, The Clubhouse Sandwich Shop, and while in Portland, John uncovers the best in steamed buns, noodles and bahn mi.
The Jammery, Shut Up And Eat, Cacao 70

S4 : E12 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

John finds there’s more than jam to The Jammery, there’s also some zany takes on all-day breakfast, and John is speechless when he tastes the sandwiches at Shut Up And Eat.
Tilt, Nuba, Von Doughnuts

S4 : E13 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

John goes blue collar dining at Tilt in Portland, OR where buns, biscuits and burgers feed workday hunger, then at Nuba, flavourful Lebanese dishes come from time tested.
Jukebox Burgers & Bar Laitier, Squeal Bar-b-q, Campegnolo Roma

S4 : E14 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

It’s happy days for host John Catucci at a 1950’s inspired diner, all roads lead to classic Roman country dishes, and he eats, drinks and squeals at a New Orleans BBQ joint.
Dreamy Weenies, Longtail Kitchen, Anna Mae's Bakery And Restaurant

S4 : E15 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

Hot dog dreams come true in southern style for John. He parks himself down in front of plates of Thai street food, and is rolling in pie dough at a Mennonite run restaurant.
Lisa Marie, The Burner Restaurant And Lounge, Katie's Restaurant & Bar

S4 : E16 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

John goes whole hog at a hot Hogtown brunch spot, an old beehive burner makes for fall off the bone smoked meats, and seafood beignets, crawfish étouffées, and chargrilled oysters.
August Restaurant, Parkway Bakery & Tavern, La Mezcaleria

S4 : E17 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

John learns the value of sugar, chocolate, butter and cream at a small town brunch diner and visits a New Orleans restaurant serving Po’Boys since 1929.
Romer’s, Mezes Restaurant, Royers Round Top Café

S4 : E18 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

It’s meat on top of more meat for host John Catucci at a Vancouver burger bar, flaming saganaki, fresh calamari, and homemade baklava make for sharing in Greektown.
Mo:le, Edley’s Bar-b-que, Sanremo Bakery

S4 : E19 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

Inspired global brunching brings host John Catucci to the Canadian west coast, then he travels to Tennessee for low and slow Southern BBQ.
The Pink Bicycle, Noble Sandwich, El Rincon Mexicano

S4 : E20 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

John finds you don’t need a special occasion to order up a very special burger in Victoria, BC, he witnesses just what high end culinary chops can do for the lowly sandwich.
Geneva Crêpe Bistro, Rebar, Culantro

S4 : E21 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

Host John Catucci discovers the sweet and savoury joy of all day crepes, says hello to West Coast comfort food and, hits the most marvelous trail in search of Peruvian delights.
Mi Madre’s Mexican Restaurant, The Downtown Diner, Dianne’s Fishbar

S4 : E22 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

Host John Catucci visits an Austin, TX institution for breakfast tacos, Lindy Hops his way to 50’s style luncheon classics, and goes overboard for every kind of seafood.
Staxx Burger Chicken & Waffle House, Puckett’s Gro And Restaurnt, Ferris' Oyster Bar And Grill

S4 : E23 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

John may have met his waffle match in Hamilton, ON, he visits a corner store-turned-untraditional Southern restaurant, and finds there’s more than one way to slurp down an oyster.
Creemore Kitchen, Hogtown Smoke, Kooky Canuck

S4 : E24 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

John embraces country style staples like burgers, fried chicken and sweet corn ice cream, goes whole hog in combining smoked BBQ with classic lunch specials.
Downstream Lounge, 5 Doors North, The Loveless Café

S4 : E25 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

John heads to Jasper, AB for big meals made from big game, melts for gnocchi bathed in a Gorgonzola cream sauce, and biscuits and barbeque.
Starving Artist, Jasper Brewing Company Brewpub & Eatery, Payne’s Bar-b-que

S4 : E26 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 09.15.15

John doesn’t waffle over a chance to try artistic takes on the classic waffle, melts for northern comfort food nestled in the Rocky Mountains.
Prohibition Montreatl, Battista's Calzone Co., Burgers N Fries Forever

S5 : E1 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

Host John Catucci knows brunch is the best meal of the day at Montreal’s Prohibition, then tries the specialty at Battista’s Calzone Co. in Edmonton.
Happy Dog, Barb’s Country Kitchen, Brit & Chips

S5 : E2 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

John proclaims his love for fully-loaded hot dogs at Happy Dog, Cleveland’s rock & dog palace. At Barb’s Country Kitchen in Orangeville, Ontario it’s all about the crazy portions.
Rostizado, Wilf & Ada’s, Sweet Moses Soda Fountain & Treat Shop

S5 : E3 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

Host John Catucci discovers Edmonton, Alberta’s hot spot, Rostizado, for Mexican rotisserie, the cutest breakfast ever at Ottawa’s Wilf & Ada’s.
Meat, Fratelli, Marion Street Eatery

S5 : E4 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

Host John Catucci keeps it simply delicious with great barbecue at Edmonton’s MEAT. At Fratelli in Ottawa, he dives into an Italian pizza and pasta kitchen.
Kinton Ramen, Summit Café, Kokum’s Bannock Shak

S5 : E5 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

Host John Catucci discovers the ultimate Japanese comfort food at Toronto’s Kinton Ramen, then reaches new heights of yumminess at Summit Café in Stony Mountain, Manitoba.
Melt Bar & Grilled, Mamo Burger Bar, Ernie’s Coffee Shop

S5 : E6 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

Host John Catucci devours extreme grilled cheese at Cleveland’s Melt Bar & Grilled, then heads to Windsor, Ontario for hand-crafted burgers at MamO Burger Bar.
Yellowbelly Brewery, Fat Bob’s Smokehouse, 850° Pizzeria

S5 : E7 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

Host John Catucci enjoys the East Coast hospitality – and the Yellowbellly Burger – in St. John’s. In Buffalo, it’s all about the barbecue at Fat Bob’s Smokehouse.
Rome Edition With Tonda, Flavio Al Velavevodetto, La Gatta Mangiona

S5 : E8 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

Host John Catucci is in Rome to discover three must-eat restaurants in the Eternal City. First stop is Tonda for out-of-this-world pizza.
Florence Edition With All’antico Vinaio, Trattoria 4 Leoni, Trattoria Mario

S5 : E9 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

Host John Catucci brings his fork to Florence where he tastes panini worth lining up all day for at busy All’Antico Vinaio.
Low & Slow Smoked Fusion Bbq, Casa Manila, Charlie The Butcher

S5 : E10 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

Host John Catucci learns the secret to great barbecue in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. In Toronto, John discovers the international flavours of Phillipine cooking at Casa Manila.
Son Of A Peach, Belle Isle Seafood, The Hogtown Cure

S5 : E11 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

John is part of the family at Burlington, Ontario’s Son of a Peach, where pizzas and burgers are on order. John learns why Toronto earns its nickname at the Hogtown Cure.
Hungry Hollow Smokehouse And Grille, Frank’s Steakhouse Piatto Pizzeria

S5 : E12 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

Host John Catucci follows his gut to Georgetown, Ontario’s Hungry Hollow for Southern barbecue, then it’s off to Boston, where everyone knows his name at Frank’s Steakhouse.
Buck Stop, Saus, The Burnt Tongue

S5 : E13 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

John Catucci stops in at Vancouver’s Buck Stop for a delicious venison burger and barbecue sandwiches. On Boston’s Freedom Trail, John digs into Belgian fries and waffles at Saus.
The Mess Hall Poutinerie, Moody’s Delicatessen And Provisions, Panaderia Latin Bakery

S5 : E14 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

John hits the Mess Hall Poutinerie in Georgetown, Ontario for gourmet fry toppers. At Moody’s Deli in Boston is where he devours elevated deli sandwiches.
Cartems Donuterie, Pizzeria Defina, Mother Hubbard’s

S5 : E15 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

Host John Catucci discovers the unexpected at Vancouver’s Cartems Donuterie; gets a taste for international pizza at Toronto’s Pizzeria Defina.
Cannibal Cafe, Baja Cafe, The Ship

S5 : E16 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

John devours punk rock burgers at Vancouver’s Cannibal Cafe; then discovers Southwestern breakfast at Baja Cafe in Tucson, Arizona.
Boca Tacos Y Tequila, The Palomino, Naroma Pizza Bar

S5 : E17 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

John visits Tucson, Arizona to feast on authentic Mexican tacos; then to the Palomino in Calgary for smoked specialties; and Burlington, Ontario where NaRoma Pizza Bar.
Homeskillet, Burger Bar, The Combine Eatery

S5 : E18 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

Host John Catucci heads to Bellingham, Washington for a hilarious brunch at Homeskillet; Montreal’s Burger Bar where he digs into a poutine-topped burger as big as his head.
Oak Tree Tavern, Pork Chop & Co, Satay Brothers

S5 : E19 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

John hits up Calgary’s Oak Tree Tavern for some pub-style home cooking; Seattle’s Pork Chop & Co. for next-level lunch; and mouth-watering Malaysian at Montreal’s Satay Brothers.
Pig & Duke, Little Fin, Kama’aina Grinz

S5 : E20 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

John stops in at Calgary’s Pig & Duke for bacon-loaded meatloaf; then to downtown Toronto’s Little Fin for seafood lunch specialties!
Queen Bee Cafe, Bon Temps Cafe, The Borough

S5 : E21 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

Host John Catucci digs into inventive crumpet sandwiches at Seattle’s Queen Bee Cafe, then lets the good times – and great food – roll at the Bon Temps Cafe in Saskatoon.
Cartems Donuterie, Pizzeria Defina, Mother Hubbard

S5 : E22 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

Host John Catucci takes in breakfast portions that are over-the-top at Deacon’s Corner; cozy home cooking at Peterborough, Ontario’s Two Dishes Cookshop.
Dublin Edition: Boxty House, L. Mulligan Grocer, The Oar House

S5 : E23 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

Host John Catucci tests his luck in Dublin, Ireland where he discovers traditional Irish boxty at Gallagher’s, authentically delicious pub fare at the historic L. Mulligan Grocer.
London Edition: Mayfair Chippy, Roti Chai, The Princess Victoria

S5 : E24 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

John takes a food lover’s tour of London popping in for fish and chips at the Mayfair Chippy, iconic curries at Roti Chai, and a proper roast supper at the Princess Victoria.
Kids Edition: Scandilicious, Saturday Dinette, Louie's Pizza And Pasta

S5 : E25 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

John is joined by mini food fans at Vancouver’s Scandilicious for Norwegian specialties like waffles and meatballs; then Toronto’s Saturday Dinette for stick-to-your-ribs ribs.
Kids Edition: Homestead Ice Cream, Meet On Main, Tich

S5 : E26 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

Host John Catucci scoops up homemade sweets at Saskatoon’s Homestead Ice Cream and then discovers meat-free meals even kids will love at Vancouver’s Meet on Main.
Kids Edition: Bro'kin Yolk, Loaded Pierogi, Taco Farm

S5 : E27 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

Host John Catucci takes in breakfasts worth waiting for at Calgary's Bro'kin Yolk, and is joined by mini food fans for mountains of toppings at Toronto's Loaded Pierogi.
Kids Edition: Riverside Inn, Yolks, Olympus Burger

S5 : E28 | TV-G | 22 min | Aired: 08.04.16

Host John Catucci is joined by mini food fans for cottage country comforts at Norland, Ontario’s Riverside Inn, and for grown up duck confit eggs benny at Vancouver’s Yolks.

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