Bike to Bites
James Beard and Emmy-nominated TV producer and host Garrett Bess hits the road to do two of his favorite things - ride his bike and eat good food. As he travels, Garrett dines with friends old and new while discovering delicious meals and fantastic bike paths. His adventures take him everywhere from local staples to specialty cuisine where he meets owners, up-and-coming and award-winning chefs offering freshly prepared ingredients and great conversation - as he bikes to tasty bites.
- 2022-2024
- 2 seasons
- EarthxTV
- Reality
James Beard and Emmy-nominated TV producer and host Garrett Bess hits the road to do two of his favorite things - ride his bike and eat good food. As he travels, Garrett dines with friends old and new while discovering delicious meals and fantastic bike paths. His adventures take him everywhere from local staples to specialty cuisine where he meets owners, up-and-coming and award-winning chefs offering freshly prepared ingredients and great conversation - as he bikes to tasty bites.
Season 2 Episode Guide
9 Episodes 2024
Episode 1
Jersey Shore
Thu, Apr 4, 2024
Garrett Bess shares his hometown, the Central Jersey Shore, with visits to David Burke's Drifthouse, a feast of seafood at One Willow and a delicious cheeseburger at local treasure, Barnacle Bill's.
Episode 2
Philadelphia
Thu, Apr 4, 2024
Garrett Bess makes Philadelphia cheesesteaks at Pat's King of Steaks and then visits James Beard Award-winning Chef, Michael Solomonov at Zahav. Other stops include Chef Marc Vetri's Pizzeria Salvy and French-inspired Forsythia.
Episode 3
Portland
Thu, Apr 18, 2024
Garrett hops a boat to popular eco-friendly restaurant, Crown Jewel, then tries his hand at making lobster rolls at Luke's Lobster and popovers at Sur Lie before enjoying a locally-sourced meal at The Well at Jordan's Farm.
Episode 4
Burlington-Stowe
Mon, Apr 22, 2024
Nothing says Vermont better than Ben and Jerry's ice cream and the exemplary taste of Heady Topper beer. Additional stops include beloved August First Bakery and maple BBQ at Deep City Restaurant and Bar.
Episode 5
Chicago
Thu, May 2, 2024
Garrett sweeps through the Windy City with a stop at Mr. Beef-the inspiration for the series, "The Bear", then makes a Pequod's Pizza, samples farm-to-table fare at Wood Chicago and ends at "Top Chef" winner, Joe Flamm's, Rose Mary.
Episode 6
Chattanooga
Thu, May 9, 2024
Garrett explores fresh flavors from the Southern Squeeze vegan kitchen, inventive dishes at Feed Table and Tavern along with elevated home cooking at Public House and a final stop at historic Frazier Five and Dime.
Episode 7
Austin
Thu, May 16, 2024
Tex-Mex inspired breakfasts at Bouldin Creek Cafe, burgers and baked goods at Sour Duck Market followed by the locally-sourced creations of Chef Bryce Gilmore at Barley Swine. Garrett helps prepare traditional Southwest cuisine at Verbena.
Episode 8
Boulder
Thu, May 23, 2024
Rustic heirloom grains at Moxie Bread Company, farmhouse-chic charcuterie at Michelin Green Star winner Blackbelly Market and organic hamburgers from Wild Pastures. Next, Garrett chats with River and Woods award-winning chef, Daniel Asher.
Episode 9
San Diego
Thu, May 30, 2024
Garrett rolls through San Diego visiting local favorite Café 222 then to Bluewater Seafood at water's edge, satisfies his sweet tooth at renowned Extraordinary Desserts and dines on So-Cal specialties at Bronze Bird in the Gaslamp Quarter.