Dining with Death
Multiple James Beard award winning chef and TV personality Andrew Zimmern discusses food that can cause death, and even tries some of these dangerous dishes.
- 2010-2011
- 2 seasons
- Travel Channel
- Reality
Multiple James Beard award winning chef and TV personality Andrew Zimmern discusses food that can cause death, and even tries some of these dangerous dishes.
Season 2 Episode Guide
4 Episodes 2010 - 2011
Episode 1
Rodents, Reptiles, and Toads
Mon, Dec 13, 2010
In some parts of the world, reptiles, rodents and toads are common food sources, even though eating them could prove deadly! Andrew Zimmern takes us to Southeast Asia where villagers and hunters risk death to make these creatures into meals.
Episode 2
Birds, Bats, and Bugs
Mon, Dec 20, 2010
Poisonous birds, bacteria-ridden bats and bugs that carry parasites don't usually appear on anyone's list of favorite foods. So why do so many people around the world take their chances by dining on them? Andrew Zimmern explores the unusual appetites found in Southeast Asia.
Episode 3
Creatures of the Deep
Mon, Dec 27, 2010
The deep waters of the ocean are home to many mysterious and exotic creatures, and although many of them are edible, there are some so dangerous that targeting them as a meal could be a fatal mistake. Andrew Zimmern takes us to some countries where adventurous diners are taking their chances by eating some of these potentially deadly types of seafood.
Episode 4
Plants and Nuts
Mon, Jan 3, 2011
Many plants and nuts are edible, but not everything that grows in nature is safe to eat. In fact, some common plants and nuts are so toxic to handle, they can make you sick or even kill you. Andrew Zimmern shows us why some people risk sickness and even death by turning these poisonous plants and nuts into food.