United Plates Of America
In this series, Host Gary Takle travels to the big cities of The United States of America to discover the underlying food culture.
Salt Lake City
Nestled between beautiful mountains and an expansive lake lies the busiest city in Utah. Today, we visit with a few chefs who are each pioneering different flavors around the city.
Riverside California
There’s nothing better than a home-cooked meal in this town. Today, we discover a few unique dining experiences, all at different home restaurants, in Riverside, California.
Orange County
Today, we meet the locals who make this Southern California getaway a great place to live and dine in Orange County.
Santa Barbara
From farm to table, grape to glass, the Santa Barbara food and wine industry is booming. We get a lesson in fine wines and some pointers on getting the most Instagram-worthy photos.
Palm Springs
The deserts of America are hot and hostile. Known for its mid-century modern architecture, its cool bespoke resorts, and its thriving food scene. No town does cool like Palm Springs, California.
The Island of Hawaii
Today, we discover the food and farms that make this island so special: the Island of Hawaii.
Phoenix
Known as the Valley of the Sun, this sprawling metropolis located in the heart of the Sonoran Desert has a culture all of its own. Today, we savor some of these desert flavors in Phoenix, Arizona.
San Fernando Valley
Everybody knows Los Angeles, but not everyone has ventured into the Valley just over the Hollywood hills. Gary Takle is taking you into his hometown to try the food in the San Fernando Valley.
Solvang
Solvang is the Danish capital of America. This California village is known for its old-world, European charm, but it's also home to a unique and international culinary scene.
Tucson
Tucson's restaurant scene is bustling, with new spots being announced regularly. So Today we try it all. From health food to Mexican, the Tucson food scene is hot right now.
Oakland
Located on the opposite side of the San Francisco Bay, Oakland is fast becoming a cool city with cache. The new food movement here is also on the rise.
Sonoma County
Sonoma has over wineries, beautiful scenery, down-to-earth locals, farmers, and acclaimed chefs at farm-to-table estaurants. Come and journey with Gary Takle and meet the people of Sonoma.
Sacramento
Sacramento is fast becoming a must-visit town for anyone who loves food, and people are beginning to notice its charm. It’s located at the center of America’s most abundant agricultural region.
