James Martin's American Adventure
An action-packed, sun-soaked, food-filled road trip across the USA, James Martin's American Adventure is the next leg of the celebrated chef's journey around the world exploring the food, people and places that inspire him.
- 2018-2018
- 1 season
- Reality
An action-packed, sun-soaked, food-filled road trip across the USA, James Martin's American Adventure is the next leg of the celebrated chef's journey around the world exploring the food, people and places that inspire him.
Season 1 Episode Guide
20 Episodes 2018
Episode 1
Napa
James Martin starts his American adventure with a visit to one of his favourite places in the USA: The Napa Valley. James visits one of the world's best restaurants "The French Laundry" and blends his own wine at an exclusive vineyard.
Episode 2
Santa Cruz
His Adventure continues with a cruise along California's Pacific Coast to Santa Cruz. James shops at a local farmers' market, cooks at a family run artichoke farm and tries his hand at surfing only to be upstaged by a surfing dog.
Episode 3
San Francisco
James arrives in the city of San Francisco where James cooks on a former warship. James gets inspiration from the famous Chinatown and a chocolate festival takes centre stage.
Episode 4
Sonoma
James Martin continues his American adventure with a drive on his much-loved Harley through Sonoma County. As well as cooking at a vineyard, James also visits Single Thread, a farm and restaurant run by a passionate husband and wife team.
Episode 5
Sonoma Raceway
James continues his adventure with a high-octane pit stop at the world-famous Sonoma Raceway where preparations for the IndyCar season finale are taking place. And it's the perfect backdrop for James to cook.
Episode 6
Los Angeles
After a visit to an incredible food market in Santa Monica, James drops in on his old friend, chef-to-the-stars Wolfgang Puck at his Beverly Hills restaurant CUT and cooks on Santa Monica's famous beach.
Episode 7
San Antonio
James begins the Texan leg of his American adventure by visiting a place with more than a hint of Mexican spice: San Antonio, which was once a part of Mexico. James tries a barbecoa, fresh chorros and Mexican style chilli.
Episode 8
Austin
James continues his American adventure in Austin, Texas. James starts with a breakfast taco at iconic Torchy's, followed by a cowboy themed shopping spree. He then cooks in front of a mural dedicated to his favourite ingredient - Butter.
Episode 9
Fort Worth
James continues his American adventure with a full on Cowboy onslaught around Fort Worth. After trying some of the best barbecue meats on the planet in Angelo's, James dusts off his dancing boots to take part in line dancing at Billy Bobs.
Episode 10
Dallas
James reaches Dallas, with a trip to Southfork, the ranch made famous in the world-renowned TV series Dallas. James then visits the location of the Texas State Fair and gets to try two Texan classics: The corny dog and deep fried butter.
Episode 11
New Orleans
James Martin drives into New Orleans for a foodie hit in the city nicknamed "The Big Easy". The visit includes redfish for lunch and a po'boy sandwich.
Episode 12
Plantation Country
Louisiana's plantation country is the next stop on James Martin's American Adventure. Famous for its sugar production, the area has a rich history.
Episode 13
Lafayette
James Martin's American Adventure continues with a drive towards Louisiana's swamplands that includes a trip to Lafayette, a city with a foodie legacy.
Episode 14
Avery Island
James continues his American Adventure with a trip to Avery Island, a large salt mound and home of the chilli peppers used to make Tabasco sauce.
Episode 15
Baton Rouge
James Martin ventures into Louisiana's state capital of Baton Rouge on his American Adventure to experience a unique American phenomenon - tailgating.
Episode 16
Boston
James heads to Boston, where he goes on a shopping spree in the public market ahead of cooking with local ingredients. He visits a restaurant where drinks are often inhaled rather than drunk then takes a a trip to Fenway baseball stadium.
Episode 17
Salem
James explores Salem, which was made famous by the witch trials of 1692. He visits a unique spice shop, where he picks up ingredients to cook with, and meets a seafood artist and makes a stop at Turner's, a family-run seafood business.
Episode 18
The Hamptons
First, James learns about the area's rich farming history and visits Amber Waves Farm to cook pizza using local, seasonal produce. Then, James pays a visit to The Dock House in Sag Harbour , where he samples their famous chowder.
Episode 19
Philadelphia
James heads to Philadelphia, where Reading Terminal Market has all manner of ingredients for his dishes. James takes a tour of the city, sees the most impressive car collections and hears about the rise of vegan restaurants in the city.
Episode 20
New York
James ends his coast-to-coast exploration of the US in New York City. After a bite of pizza at a popular pizzeria, James cooks on one of the city's famous piers.