Legends of the Fork
Buddy Valastro hits the road, visiting iconic restaurants across the country to speak with their chefs, taste their cuisine, and discover the secrets to their success. From Los Angeles to Nashville to local New Jersey favorites, Buddy is out to see, hear, and taste the stories, histories, legacies, and flavors of America's iconic restaurants.
- 2023-2024
- 1 season
Buddy Valastro hits the road, visiting iconic restaurants across the country to speak with their chefs, taste their cuisine, and discover the secrets to their success. From Los Angeles to Nashville to local New Jersey favorites, Buddy is out to see, hear, and taste the stories, histories, legacies, and flavors of America's iconic restaurants.
Season 1 Episode Guide
17 Episodes 2023 - 2024
Episode 1
Generational Legacies
Sat, Nov 11, 2023
Buddy visits two generational legacies--family owned and operated Patsy's Italian Restaurant in New York City and the famed Oaxacan joint in Los Angeles, Guelaguet
Episode 2
Humble Beginnings
Fri, Nov 10, 2023
Buddy visits two restaurants that thrive on recipes handed down through generations.
Episode 3
Small Spaces Big Flavor
Fri, Nov 17, 2023
In this episode, Buddy heads to two small restaurants with huge reputations for making delicious food.
Episode 4
Meat Madness
Fri, Nov 17, 2023
Get ready for the meat sweats, because in this episode, Buddy's hitting up two iconic spots that don't skimp on the meat.
Episode 5
Bringing the heat
Fri, Nov 24, 2023
We're turning up the heat. Buddy visits two iconic hotspots who are famous for their intensely spicy dishes.
Episode 6
Over 100 years old
Fri, Nov 24, 2023
In this episode, Buddy visits two legendary restaurants that have been open for over 100 years, McGillin's Old Ale House in Philadelphia, and Katz's Deli in New York City.
Episode 7
Between the Bread
Fri, Dec 1, 2023
Buddy sees what's between the bread at two old school joints that hold a special place in his heart.
Episode 8
Flavor Pioneers
Fri, Dec 1, 2023
Buddy visits two culinary powerhouses who are bringing the flavors of their native countries to the places they now call home.
Episode 9
Old School Eateries
Fri, Dec 8, 2023
Buddy hits up two old school eateries that are straight out of a time machine.
Episode 10
One Ingredient Wonders
Fri, Dec 8, 2023
Buddy is visiting two restaurants that craft their legendary menus around one-star ingredients. First up, he heads to Sweet Potato Sensations in Detroit, Michigan.
Episode 11
Lasting Legends
Sat, Dec 16, 2023
Episode 12
Breakfast Treats
Sat, Dec 16, 2023
Episode 13
Eats & Entertainment
Sun, Dec 17, 2023
Episode 14
Legendary Women
Sun, Dec 17, 2023
Episode 15
Neighborhood Joints
Sun, Dec 24, 2023
Episode 16
Legends in the Making
Sun, Dec 24, 2023
Episode 20
From Home to Hotspot
Sun, Jan 7, 2024