The Best Thing I Ever Ate
The Best Thing I Ever Ate

The Best Thing I Ever Ate

2009 13 Seasons 158 Episodes ⭐ 7.3

The Best Thing I Ever Ate is one of two flagship shows of the Food Network which premiered on June 22, 2009. The program originally aired as a one-time special in late 2008. The program consists of chefs picking out their favorite dishes in specific categories. Opening Introduction:

The Best Thing I Ever Ate is one of two flagship shows of the Food Network which premiered on June 22, 2009. The program originally aired as a one-time special in late 2008. The program consists of chefs picking out their favorite dishes in specific categories. Opening Introduction:

Seasons & Episodes

EP 0

Best Thing I Ever Ate

Food Network stars reveal their favorite foods, and talk about what's on their plates when they aren't the ones behind t

EP 1

Totally Fried

Food Network stars open up about the best FRIED foods they've ever eaten... from Bobby Flay's favorite French fries, to

EP 2

Bar-B-Que

Your favorite Food Network personalities get into the meat of things as they reveal the best BAR-B-QUE they've ever eate

EP 3

With Bacon

What makes everything better? Bacon! Whether it's on a burger or a donut, Food Network stars including Guy Fieri, Duff,

EP 4

Sugar Rush

Giada DeLaurentiis, Duff, and Sandra Lee reveal what satiates their sweet tooth. From S'mores to a hand-made chocolate c

EP 5

Obsessions

Find out what Giada will do for just one more bite of Lemon-Scallion Dungeness Crab, how many spicy Buffalo Wings Aaron

EP 6

Wake Up Call

Food Network stars reveal foods they love to start their day with...from Giada & Wicked Spicy Hot Chocolate, to Bobby Fl

EP 7

Pizza

Duff, Goldman, Ted Allen, and Tyler Florence offer their personal take on where to find the BEST pizza - from Seattle to

EP 8

Between Bread

here's more to sandwiches than a couple of slices of meat and some cheese! In this episode, Iron Chef Michael Symon demo

EP 9

With My Hands

No utensils required! Food Network stars abandon knives and forks and reach for their favorite hand-sized treats. We tra

EP 10

Filled With Envy

Sure, Food Network chefs have their own recipes but in this episode we'll find out what dishes they covet from other che

EP 1

Holiday

Your favorite Food Network stars share in tantalizing detail the best dishes they've ever eaten during the holidays.

EP 2

Hometown Favorites

EP 3

Cheesy

EP 4

Salty Goodness

EP 5

Meat-Fest

Memorable meaty dishes are recalled by Food Network stars, including Duff Goldman; Michael Symon; Ted Allen; and Cat Cor

EP 6

Snack Attack

Food Network stars discuss the snacks they crave the most, including pickles, tacos, nachos and nuts. Appearing: Alex Gu

EP 7

Chocolate

Food Network stars discuss their love of chocolate. Appearing: Duff Goldman; Alton Brown; Tyler Florence; Claire Robinso

EP 8

Crunchy

Crunchy foods are the focus, including onion rings, corn fritters and caramel corn. Remarks by: Duff Goldman; Claire Rob

EP 9

The Classics

EP 10

Guilty Pleasures

EP 11

Hot & Spicy

EP 12

Totally Unexpected

Food Network stars recall some foods that surprised them, including deep-fried candy bars; prosciutto ice cream; and gua

EP 13

Chilled Perfection

EP 1

Grilled

Memorable grilled dishes are recalled by Food Network stars in the Season 3 opener. Appearing: Bobby Flay; Guy Fieri; Du

EP 2

Simply Irresistible

EP 3

Regional Favorites

Regional dishes are discussed, including Maine lobster, Philly cheesesteaks and New Orleans po-boys.

EP 4

Sweet Tooth

EP 5

Burgers

Food Network stars reveal their favorite burger joints.

EP 6

Appetizers

They may be small in size but they're big on flavor! We're talking appetizers - from classic crispy calamari to French o

EP 7

Hidden Treasures

Your favorite Food Network stars including Guy Fieri, Sunny Anderson, and Duff can't contain themselves as they dish up

EP 8

Sauced

Tyler Florence, Sunny Anderson, Ted Allen and others reveal secret favorite dishes that are, literally, off the charts!

EP 9

With Fruit

From pasta in a divine tomato sauce to Hanger Steak covered in a spicy peanut mole sauce, to linguini with clams, and To

EP 10

Sliced

Sweet candied oranges dipped in chocolate, a surprising green papaya sensation, flavorful tropical guavas wrapped in fla

EP 11

Last Supper

Sharpen your knives and get ready as Rachael Ray, Duff Goldman, Cat Cora and more of your favorite Food Network stars cu

EP 12

Best I Ever Drank

Pizza, crispy fried chicken, succulent juicy duck, a pasta feast extravaganza and smoky sweet BBQ pork - these are just

EP 14

Local Favorites

EP 20

That I'm Thankful For

EP 23

The Best Thing I Ever Made for the Holidays

EP 24

For Brunch

Brunch favorites are discussed by Food Network stars, including Alex Guarnaschelli, Claire Robinson and Duff Goldman.

EP 1

Close to Home

There are wonderful foods in faraway places ... and even better foods right around the corner from home! Rachael Ray, Gu

EP 2

Bang for the Buck

Everyone loves a deal - especially a delicious deal! - like FREE Philly Cheesesteaks, or an unbelievable four-course che

EP 3

Nutty

Giada, Tyler, Sunny, Wolfgang and Duff are going NUTS for nuts! Whether they're peanuts in a creamy white chocolate pret

EP 4

At a Deli

Flavorful tender brisket, mouth-watering corned beef, an incredible Rueben with a twist, and a torpedo-sized hoagie. The

EP 5

Under Wraps

There are no secrets here! Alton, Sunny, and Duff are just a few of your favorite Food Network stars who reveal the food

EP 6

Cake Walk

They're flourless, red and velvety, filled with cream, layered with chocolate, covered in frosting, sweet and fluffy, sa

EP 7

With Chopsticks

No knives and forks required for these dishes! Like Drunken Noodles smothered with delicious sauce, succulent king crab

EP 8

That Im Thankful For

EP 9

Crazy Good

They're indulgent, they're over-the-top, they're insanely delicious. We're talkin' heavenly tagliatelle pasta showered w

EP 10

With Garlic

No one's getting kissed after this! Duff, Melissa d'Arabian, Alex Guarnaschelli and others reveal the dishes they love m

EP 11

I Ever Made For the Holidays

Succulent juicy Prime Rib, sweet delicious Butter Tarts and a sizzling crispy Rack of Pork are just a few of the mouth-w

EP 12

On a Stick

Giada, Cat, Claire, Tyler and others go beyond the county fair to find the dishes they say taste the BEST ... on a stick

EP 13

For Brunch

French toast smothered in chocolate, smokin' hot sage sausages dipped in waffle batter, killer chilaquiles and delicious

EP 14

Reinvented Classics

Imagine a dish that tastes like Eggs Benedict but doesn't look anything like it, or fish tacos turned inside out! Or how

EP 1

Combos

On their own they're delicious, but put 'em together and they're irresistible. Spaghetti and Meatballs, Biscuits and Gra

EP 2

Fried Chicken

It's crispy, succulent, juicy, greasy, tender and ohhh sooo good. We're talkin' FRIED CHICKEN and some of your favorite

EP 3

Smokey

Claire Robinson, Ted Allen, Ming Tsai, Alton Brown and others are fired up about their favorite SMOKY dishes - from fres

EP 4

Better Than Mine

Tyler Florence, Michael Symon, Ming Tsai and Susan Feniger are just a few of the chefs who talk about the one dish they

EP 5

Las Vegas

They say what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. But not in this episode of The Best Thing I Ever Ate. It's all on the tab

EP 6

Road Trip

Buckle up! 'Cause we're hitting the road with Emeril, Duff, Anne Burrell, and others to hear about some of their favorit

EP 7

Old School

They say everything gets better with age, and these restaurants are no exception! Tyler Florence, Michael Symon, and Ale

EP 8

Ice Creamy

Alton screams, Duff screams, they all scream for ICE CREAM! We've got the scoop on the coolest creamiest treats around.

EP 9

French Favorites

Bon Apetit! We take a Tour de America for ooey gooey cheesy Raclette, velvety fig laced Foie Gras, and a delicious caram

EP 10

Eggstraordinary

Truffled egg toast, Reuben Egg Rolls, Foot High Lemon Meringue Pie, and Strawberry Soufflé are just a few of the EGGstr

EP 11

Finger Food

Alton Brown, Gail Simmons, Alex Guarnaschelli, and others are throwin' down the cutlery and reaching for their best ever

EP 12

Road Trip

Buckle up! 'Cause we're hitting the road with Emeril, Duff, Anne Burrell, and others to hear about some of their favorit

EP 13

Childhood Favorites

Michael Symon, Bobby Flay, Gail Simmons and others take a step back in time to recall the dishes they loved as a kid. Ha

EP 1

All American

Guy Fieri, Michael Symon, Alton Brown and Bobby Flay are just a few of the star spangled chefs wavin' a flag for their f

EP 2

New Orleans

Head to the bayou with Alton, Emeril, Claire, Wolgang and others for the best food New Orleans has to offer - from Beign

EP 3

Messy

A burger smothered in slaw, a lasagna sandwich, bread oozing with sweet decadent chocolate...these are just a few of the

EP 4

As Good As Mom's

Food stars including Wolfgang Puck, Curtis Stone, and Andrew Zimmern pay homage to their MOMS, as they reveal favorite d

EP 5

Frightfully Good

Fried Brains, Duck Tongue Tacos, a Spleen Sandwich, and BBQ Pig Tails might sound scary to some, but not to Curtis Stone

EP 6

Bird Is the Word

Memorable bird dishes, from Peking duck to turducken, are discussed by Guy Fieri, Bobby Flay and Claire Robinson.

EP 7

Season's Eatings

TV chefs discuss their favorite holiday foods, from traditional fruitcake to rose-petal petit fours. Appearing: Bobby Fl

EP 1

Atlanta

We're headed to Atlanta, one of the largest cities in the South, for some of the best things we ever ate. From barbecued

EP 2

New England

We're in New England, the birthplace of the American Revolution, for some of our favorite food. From Bostonian classics

EP 3

Chicago

Chicago may be famous for its architecture, but we're here for the food! We've got a deep love for Gino's deep dish pizz

EP 4

Dallas

We're in Dallas to show you some of the hottest spots in town. Barbecue is big in Texas, and the brisket at North Main B

EP 5

Los Angeles

We're headed to Los Angeles, where the weather is warm and the food is fantastic. From the famous French dip at Phillipe

EP 6

Memphis

Memphis, home to Elvis and the birthplace of rock and roll, has deals on steak dinners at The Butchershop and indulgent

EP 7

Miami

Stone crabs at Joe's, lamb shank at Sardinia, calzones at Fratelli La Bufala, pear granita at Ola, treats at Michaels Ge

EP 8

Mid-Atlantic

We're touring the amazing Mid-Atlantic, sampling seafood like crab cakes in Baltimore and paella in Washington, DC. We f

EP 9

NOLA

From Po' Boys at Johnny's to Drago's amazing oysters, the Big Easy charms us with its distinct culinary style. It's not

EP 10

New York

From Velselka's borscht in the East Village to smoked herring on the Upper West Side, we're criss-crossing the city in s

EP 11

NOLA

We're headed to New Orleans for some seriously delicious, world-renown food. From Po' Boys at Johnny's to Drago's amazin

EP 12

New York

We're in New York City for a tour of the town's best eats. From Velselka's borscht in the East Village to smoked herring

EP 13

Philadelphia

There's impossibly delicious pasta at Vetri and perfect mashed potatoes at Parc. Check out the crepes at Creperie Beau M

EP 14

San Diego

From a bacon burger at Hodad's that left us speechless, to the chilaquiles at Mexican hotspot Talavera, we're hitting so

EP 15

Bay Area

The oysters at Hog Island are so good we can't stop dreaming about them. San Francisco proves that barbecue is not stric

EP 1

Worth the Wait

Alton Brown talks up his favorite beef Wellington, while Jamika Pessoa melts over biscuits. Chef Beau MacMillan says Tra

EP 2

Feats of Meat

Chef Justin Brunson shares where gets his favorite meatballs, while Monti Carlo digs into her heritage and discovers her

EP 3

Life Changers

Alex Guarnaschelli names the dish that resulted in her being born; and Fanny Slater explains why she wouldn't get marrie

EP 4

Picture Perfect

Carla Hall shows off some beets from Michigan; Molly Yeh reveals the surprise inside a breakfast muffin; Aaron Sanchez s

EP 5

#Throwback

Alton Brown takes a field trip to Richmond, Va., to get his favorite boxed lunch, while Chef Tregaye Fraser pulls up to

EP 6

Voted 'Most Popular'

Jason Smith takes us down south to an irresistible ice cream shop, while Bobby Flay reveals his secret neighborhood join

EP 7

Southern Charm

Roger Mooking can't pass up a simple yet magical Southern dish, while Food Network Star winner Jason Smith introduces th

EP 8

Extra Crispy

In New York, Justin Warner shares a pizza completely enclosed in the ultimate crispy crust. Alex Guarnaschelli heads dow

EP 9

Big Cheese

Jeff Mauro, Geoffrey Zakarian, Jamika Pessoa and Bobby Flay are just a few of your favorite food personalities sharing t

EP 10

Sandwich Hall of Fame

If you've never had a BL"G"T, Eddie Jackson will tell you where to go. Fanny Slater hasn't missed a week without her "Fr

EP 11

Serious Spice

Jeff Mauro takes us to Chicago for 23 mole sauces, and Donal Skehan will have you sweating as he attacks the hottest tac

EP 12

Hamburger Heaven

Carla Hall unveils an unbelievable burger masterpiece, while Tregaye Fraser will have you traveling to New York to grab

EP 13

Small Plates, Big Taste

Chef Beau MacMillan dives into some scallops, while Roger Mooking takes you to Texas for succulent chicken. Don't miss o

EP 1

Terrific Italian

Alton Brown revisits a decadent, old-world pasta dish while Ali Khan chats up his favorite chicken parmigiana sandwich.

EP 2

Rise and Dine

Martha Stewart's favorite biscuits and country ham are first up in Nashville. Scott Conant then brings a new take on Fre

EP 3

Mexican Favorites

Alton Brown shows us his favorite homemade salsa in Columbus, Ohio. Ali Khan then serves up a true Mexican original with

EP 4

Brilliantly Baked

Martha Stewart shows off a beautifully perfect brioche she can't get enough of in New York City. Then, find out why Alex

EP 5

The Upper Crust

Chef Beau MacMillan's favorite pot pie in Phoenix, Arizona, takes on Duff Goldman's seafood pie pick in Baton Rouge, Lou

EP 6

The Closers

In New York City, Martha Stewart gushes over the most irresistible piece of lemon meringue she's ever had. Simon Majumda

EP 7

Let's Do Lunch

Ali Khan makes a beeline for an over-the-top pistachio chicken salad creation in Austin, Texas. In Atlanta, Jernard Well

EP 8

High Steaks

Chef Jonathon Sawyer takes us on a trip to Dayton for a rib-eye cut so incredibly, it's fit for a king. Jernard Wells tr

EP 9

Back to School

We're joining Chef Beau MacMillan in the cafeteria with his Supreme Boffa super-sub sandwich and heading down to homeroo

EP 10

Layers of Goodness

We take a trip to Chicago where we meet up with Jeff Mauro to discover all the magic colors hidden inside the Rainbow Ca

EP 11

Decadent Donuts

Alton Brown takes us on a trip to Memphis to honor the original glazed doughnut that started it all. Alex Guarnaschelli

EP 12

I'll Have What They're Having

Antonia Lofaso listens to what the people are saying and immediately falls in love with a sourdough cinnamon roll in Los

EP 13

One of a Kind

Alton Brown has his eye -- and his stomach -- set on a genuine creation called the Crab Rangoon Pizza. Jonathon Sawyer s

EP 1

Trigger Foods

Geoffrey Zakarian starts things off like never before with the most juicy and succulent roast chicken from New York City

EP 2

Chocolate Bliss

On the ultimate list of the best chocolate treats in America, Ali Khan devours an unbelievable Dark Truffle Cake from Sa

EP 3

Asian Sensations

Martha Stewart shares a perfect meaty powerhouse in New York City. Alex Guarnaschelli uncovers a heavy-hitting pork bun

EP 4

On a Date

Alex Guarnaschelli wines and dines with the most amazing gnocchi ever made in New York City. Jeff Mauro is dressed to im

EP 5

Best Meal Deal

Antonia Lofaso keeps her wallet full with irresistible Mexican munchies in Venice Beach, Calif., Duff Goldman saves a to

EP 6

Feast of the Middle East

Alton Brown loses control over a jewel of deliciousness in Los Angeles. Alex Guarnaschelli raves about a classic Middle

EP 7

Key Ingredient

Alton Brown reveals the surprise ingredient that goes into the best cinnamon roll ever, Alex Guarnaschelli loves sourdou

EP 8

New Deli Done Right

Wolfgang Puck shares the best hot smoked salmon in the country, the "Sandwich King" himself, Jeff Mauro, heads to Chicag

EP 9

Special Occasion

Beau MacMillan shares unforgettable gnocchi in San Diego. Tregaye Fraser casts her vote for a one-of-a-kind gourmet burg

EP 10

Genuine Legends

Legendary chef Wolfgang Puck writes history with the world's most perfect seafood dish ever, Geoffrey Zakarian tells the

EP 11

Yummy in the Middle

Jeff Mauro indulges in a 100-layer vanilla creme doughnut that's full of surprises. Antonia Lofaso cracks the yolk on ri

EP 12

Culinary Revolutions

Scott Conant gives new meaning to an old favorite with an updated take on classic potato tots. Jernard Wells devours a d

EP 13

In the Last Place You'd Expect

Alex Guarnaschelli ends the debate over where to find the best bagel -- it's in North Yarmouth, Maine! Jeff Mauro finds

EP 1

Desert Island Dish

Duff Goldman turns to an irresistible doughnut from Baltimore's Paradise Donuts, Alex Guarnaschelli brings along her mus

EP 2

On Wheels

Jeff Mauro gets happy about an angry lobster sandwich from the Happy Lobster Truck in Chicago. Sabin Lomac puts the peda

EP 3

Kids' Menu

Alex Guarnaschelli shares her comfort food lunch favorite from Ted's Bulletin in Washington, D.C., while Claudia Sandova

EP 4

Low and Slow

Wolfgang Puck admires APL Restaurant in Los Angeles for making a sandwich that's well worth the wait. On the opposite co

EP 5

Borrowed Favorites

Robert Irvine takes his wife's advice and discovers the world's greatest omelet at Babystacks Cafe in Las Vegas, Nev. Sa

EP 6

On the Waterfront

Head outside for the best of both worlds: breathtaking scenery with fresh air, clear skies and the most-incredible water

EP 7

Stacked

Wolfgang Puck gushes about an unimaginable seafood platter at Cassia in Los Angeles. Down south in New Orleans, monstrou

EP 8

Stretchy Pants Required

Anne Burrell faces off against a gut-busting club sandwich from Little Goat Diner in Chicago while Antonia Lofaso ventur

EP 9

More Than I Can Count!

Andrew Zimmern has lost count of how many times he's indulged in the infamous barbecue chicken from Miss Myra's Pit Bar-

EP 10

Fried and Gone to Heaven

Jeff Mauro heads to Proxi in Chicago for a food frenzy with the most-unique version of street corn ever imagined. Simon

EP 11

Thanksgiving

Anne Burrell devours a turkey leg sandwich at Henry Public in Brooklyn, N.Y., and Jonathon Sawyer gives thanks for the m

EP 12

Holiday Delights

Brad Miller finds the Yuletide spirit with his favorite holiday steak from Harry's Savoy Grill in Wilmington, Del. Andre

EP 13

Buttered Up

Alex Guarnaschelli brings on the butter with a one-of-a-kind shrimp-and-grits combo from Tillie's in Short Hills, New Je

EP 1

Pie's the Limit

Wolfgang Puck picks a perfect fruit and cream pie in Los Angeles. Then, in New York, Anne Burrell dives into a mouthwate

EP 2

Bold Brunch

Andrew Zimmern heads to his happy place in Houston, Texas, for a remarkable brunch buffet while Anne Burrell says goodby

EP 3

Better with Booze

Alex Guarnaschelli guzzles down beer-battered cheese curds in Chicago while Jason Smith devours boozy bourbon balls in K

EP 4

Ooey Gooey Goodness

Andrew Zimmern pulls apart a melty meatball parmigiana hero in Portland, Ore. Antonia Lofaso finds a super-soft creme br

EP 5

Dipped

Andrew Zimmern dives into a sensational hot pot in Las Vegas while Alex Guarnaschelli dunks and devours the original Fre

EP 6

Crazy Creations

Jeff Mauro enjoys a unique caramel-corn pastry treat in Chicago, and Ali Khan gives the low-down on jambalaya served on

EP 7

Pasta Perfection

Andrew Zimmern has nothing but praise for a pristine fusilli pasta in New York. Marc Murphy is in love with legendary la

EP 8

Livin' Large

Geoffrey Zakarian visits the heart of New York City for chocolate bread pudding too gigantic to comprehend. Simon Majumd

EP 9

All Fired Up

Marc Murphy chows down on some irresistible charred wings in Rochester, N.Y., while Brad Miller brings the fire with a c

EP 10

Super Spuds

Duff Goldman leaps tall buildings in Los Angeles for a one-of-a-kind poutine. Richard Blais saves the day with potato an

EP 11

Mess Hall

Alex Guarnaschelli travels to Washington, D.C., for a beer-battered burger sure to leave a mark. Then Antonia Lofaso vis

EP 12

Made Table Side

Anne Burrell gets up close and personal with her favorite prime rib in Chicago. Next, Duff Goldman heads to Southern Cal

EP 13

Sensational Surprises

Robert Irvine is in for the surprise of his life with one-of-a-kind dumplings in Philadelphia. Geoffrey Zakarian is left

EP 1

Thanksgiving Dinner

Take a bite of a Korean-inspired Smoked Turkey Leg with Jet Tila in Georgia, join Tabitha Brown in New York for a family

EP 2

Season's Eatings

Unwrap some dumplings in D.C. with Antonia Lofaso, enjoy chestnuts sauteed on an open fire with Michael Voltaggio in Los

EP 3

Off-the-Menu

Covertly share a special request for salted caramel ice cream with Tabitha Brown in New York, follow John Henson's advic

EP 4

Toasting The Classics

arm up with Brooke Williamson's favorite French onion soup in Los Angeles, and in New York City, dive into a bowl of ram

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