2x1 - Tasty Tales From the Grillin' Southwest

June 3, 2012

Bobby Flay's exploring the flavors that first inspired him, and he is giving some unlikely ingredients the Southwestern treatment! First, Grilled Oysters christened with a tart and spicy Jalapeno-Cilantro Mignonette; then some meaty Lobster Tails hit the grill brushed with savory Lemon and Red Fresno Chile Butter. Yet, it is not all seafood on this tour. Taking inspiration from his favorite fried chicken, Chef Flay makes Red Chile Buttermilk Brined Chicken that he takes to Taos with a Spicy Mango Honey Glaze. Paired with a Napa Cabbage Cole Slaw with Creamy Cumin Vinaigrette and a refreshing Lime Ricky Margarita Float, the desert heat has never been cooler. Recipes in This Episode Grilled Lobster Tails with Lemon-Red Fresno Butter Coleslaw with Creamy Cumin Vinaigrette Grilled Oysters with Jalapeno-Herb Mignonette Grilled Red Chile Buttermilk Chicken with Spicy Mango Honey Glaze Lime Ricky Float Margarita

2x2 - Red, White and Blue on the Cue

June 10, 2012

There is something so American about an afternoon tending the grill and Bobby Flay continues that tradition with some luscious stateside treats, like his Grilled Soft Shell Crab Sandwich topped with Red Slaw and sweet Yellow Tomatoes. Then Chef Flay crisps up a treat from his city childhood with his version of everyone's favorite lunch on the go, New York Street Cart Dogs with Onion Sauce and Grilled Red Pepper Relish. The true magic of American fire-cooking is achieved with his low and slow Smoked Prime Rib topped with a Red Wine Steak Sauce that evokes the red leather banquettes of a classic steakhouse. A Sweet Cherry Slushy brings refreshment and color to this feast celebrating the delicious Red, White and Blue. Recipes in This Episode New York Street Cart Dogs with Onion Sauce and Grilled Red Pepper Relish Grilled Soft Shell Crab Sandwich with Red Slaw and Yellow Tomatoes Sweet Cherry Slushy Cups Smoked Prime Rib with Red Wine Steak Sauce

2x3 - Northern Italian Alfresco Feast

June 17, 2012

Bobby Flay loves every inch of Italy from Sicily in the south all the way up to the Alps in the north. Today, he focuses that devotion on the top half of the country as he lights up the backyard with some Northern Italian-inspired grilling. Where better to start than with the legendary, crave worthy hunk of meaty deliciousness from Florence - the famous Bistecca alla Fiorentina. Chef Flay tops this marinated medium-rare Porterhouse with an herby, fragrant Balsamic-Rosemary Steak Sauce and pairs it with a salad made of Grilled Treviso with Gorgonzola. Next, he pays homage to the pizzerias of Naples by making a Grilled Pizza topped with Shaved Asparagus, Robiola and Romano cheeses and Parsley Oil. Then he tops a savory sausage Spiedini Hoagie with a Caprese Relish featuring fresh mozzarella and tomatoes. Finally, Bobby raises a toast to La Dolce Vita with his glamorously refreshing Raspberry-Basil Limoncello Cocktail. Saluti! Recipes in This Episode Pizza with Shaved Asparagus and Robiola Bistecca alla Florentine with Balsamic-Rosemary Steak Sauce and Grilled Treviso with Gorgonzola Raspberry Basil Limoncello Cocktail Spiedini Hoagies with Caprese Relish

2x5 - Summer Grillin' Party

BBQ is definitely Bobby Flay's passion, and he makes it clear with a backyard spread destined to be a home run at your next summer party. Chef Flay hits the grill with an Upstate New York favorite: tangy, herbaceous Cornell Chicken with Grilled Steak Fries. Tender Grilled White Fish goes exotic when brushed with a spicy Moroccan Chermoula marinade. The American Southwest rubs up against Southeast Asia with Bobby's savory Red Curry Marinated Skirt Steak Fajitas. Finished off with a cocktail version of that quintessential summer combo, Strawberry and Rhubarb Margaritas, and you will wish the season would go on forever. Recipes in This Episode Grilled White Fish with Chermoula Strawberry Rhubarb Margaritas Red Curry Marinated Skirt Steak Fajitas Cornell Chicken with Grilled Steak Fries

2x6 - Grilling With a Spanish Flair

Bobby Flay's tour through the "it" cuisine of the Iberian Peninsula starts by taking the classic Cuban Sandwich to Madrid with a Spanish Spice-Rubbed Pork Butt topped with Sherry Vinegar/Honey Glaze, Serrano ham and salty Manchego cheese. Then, a slather of Piquillo Pepper Butter and a sprinkle of Grated Manchego adorn sweet Grilled Corn. He dresses Skewered Lamb first with a Spicy Pomegranate/Rioja Red Wine Vinaigrette and takes it over the top with a Mint-Almond Relish. The capper? A fruity Peach-Blackberry Sangria. Recipes in This Episode Grilled Corn with Piquillo Pepper Butter and Grated Manchego Skewered Lamb with Spicy Pomegranate-Rioja Red Wine Vinaigrette and Mint-Almond Relish Peach-Blackberry Sangria Spanish Spice Rubbed Pork Butt with Sherry Vinegar-Honey Glaze Spanish "Cuban" Sandwiches

2x7 - Mezzogiorno, Mangia Bene!

A recent trip to Sicily inspired Bobby Flay to really think about the foods of Southern Italy in a new way, to take those amazing flavors and traditions and turn up the heat -- literally. Spice is front and center with his Brined and Butterflied Chicken Alla Diavola, paired with a cool Lemony Fennel Slaw. Then Bobby puts gorgeous grill marks on a Southern Italian staple with his Grilled Eggplant Caponata Bruschetta with Ricotta Salata. The sea is always nearby, and Bobby uses it to his advantage by making a Grilled Tuna with Caramelized Onions, Cinnamon and Mint. A refreshing Prosecco cocktail called the Sgroppino completes this delicious tour of the warmer part of the peninsula. Recipes in This Episode Sgroppino Brined Butterflied Chicken Alla Diavola with Lemony Fennel Slaw Grilled Eggplant Caponata Bruschetta with Ricotta Salata Grilled Tuna with Caramelized Onions, Cinnamon and Mint

2x8 - Greek Week on the Grill

Bobby Flay knows just what to do to bring the fresh and simple flavors of Greece into your own backyard. Inspired by the sea, Bobby's Grilled Shrimp gets the classic accompaniment of fresh Tomato and salty Feta cheese; then he pairs simply Grilled Sardines with a piquant Garlic Walnut Sauce. Meat in Greece usually means lamb, and Bobby does that expectation justice by laying out a veritable feast of Rotisserie Lamb with Pomegranate and Mint, alongside a Lemon Feta Slaw and Homemade Grilled Pita. What better way to toast this feast than with a dazzling Vodka Grape Sparkler? Recipes in This Episode Vodka Grape Sparkler Grilled Sardines with Garlic Walnut Sauce Grilled Shrimp with Tomato and Feta Open-Faced Pitas with Rotisserie Lamb with Pomegranate and Mint, Grilled Tomatoes, and Greek Slaw

2x9 - Backyard Mexican Food Fest

Bobby Flay takes us way beyond the burrito with his culinary tour of the diverse and delicious cuisine of Mexico. He starts off with a citrusy street food from the country's west coast: Charcoal Grilled Chicken Sinaloa Style. He serves it with a smoky, refreshing Grilled Green Onion, Quinoa and Corn Relish. Next up, we head to the heartland of Mexican food on the strength of Chef Flay's Oaxaca Burger topped with Manchego cheese, Avocado and Spicy Pickled Red Onions. Grilled Mango tricked out in the traditional way with Lime, Salt and caliente Ancho Chile Powder teases and tantalizes; and a Raspberry Peach Aqua Fresca puts out the fire. Que rico! Recipes in This Episode Oaxaca Burger with Manchego, Avocado and Pickled Habanero Onions Raspberry Peach Aqua Fresca Grilled Mango with Lime, Salt and Ancho Powder Charcoal Grilled Chicken Sinaloa-Style with Grilled Corn, Black Bean and Quinoa Relish

2x10 - California - Fresh on the Grill!

The food of California, with its devotion to fresh, local and seasonal ingredients started a revolution all across America. Bobby Flay loves bringing the light fresh cooking of our 31st state to the grill, and kicks off California day with a savory Grilled Lamb Sausage Salad topped with Goat Cheese, Black Olives and Pistachio Vinaigrette. Next, he elevates the humble spud with his smoky and tangy Mustard Aioli Grilled Potatoes with Fine Herbs. Chef Flay believes you can't talk about California cuisine without mentioning its spiritual father Wolfgang Puck, so Bobby pays homage by grilling a Puck-inspired Smoked Salmon Pizza. We finish our trip with his refreshing Rose Punch, a drink that combines both the fruit orchards and vineyards of the Golden State. Westward ho! Recipes in This Episode Smoked Salmon Pizza (a la Wolfgang) California Rose Punch Mustard Aioli Grilled Potatoes with Fine Herbs Grilled Lamb Sausage with Goat Cheese, Heirloom Tomatoes, Olives and Herbs

2x11 - New South: Barbecue and Beyond

Classic Southern food is one of this country's most beloved regional cuisines, but a new style of cooking is rising out of Dixie, and Bobby Flay thinks it works beautifully on the hot grates! Light Smoked Trout Lettuce Wraps take us about as far from barbecue as you can get, topped with Sliced Carrots and a creamy Meyer Lemon Dressing. Then, a classic Southern cracker spread makes a surprising and tangy appearance on Chef Flay's juicy Pimento Cheese Bacon Burger. Next, Southern curry makes an appearance on his Curry-Rubbed Smoked Chicken Thighs with Sorghum-Chile Glaze. And finally, Bobby whips up a Sparkling Bourbon Lemonade, a heat-beater that just might unseat the Mint Julep as the go-to Southern cooler. It'll be delicious, y'all! Recipes in This Episode Pimiento Cheese-Bacon Burger Curry Rubbed Smoked Chicken Thighs with Sorghum-Chile Glaze Smoked Trout Lettuce Wraps with Meyer Lemon Dressing and Carrots Sparkling Bourbon Lemonade

2x12 - Eastern Intrigue

Bobby Flay shows his love and knowledge of Asian flavors by mixing and matching the best of the East, starting with Korean-inspired Pork Shoulder Lettuce Wraps paired with bold and spicy Kimchi. Next, China makes an appearance with Chef Flay's Spice-Rubbed Lamb Chops that he slathers with Hoisin and serves with a Grilled Bok Choi Salad. Then, it's on to one of the most important ingredients in the Korean barbecue pantry as Bobby makes his Orange-Ginger Grilled Boneless Short Ribs with Green Onion-Peanut Relish. Capped with a creamy and luscious Coconut Iced Tea Cocktail and your new-style barbecue experience will be complete.