Carnival Eats

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  • TV-G
  • 2014
  • 10 Seasons
  • 7.2  (169)

Carnival Eats is a tantalizing food show that first aired on Cooking Channel in 2014, starring host and food enthusiast Noah Cappe. The show features a delectable array of carnival foods from fairs, festivals and carnivals across North America. Each episode, Noah travels to a different event, providing viewers with an insider's guide to the unique and mouth-watering foods that can be found there. Noah hits up food stalls, food trucks and some of the most creative culinary minds of the carnival world, as he tastes his way through everything from classic carnival favorites to outrageous indulgences. In each episode, viewers get a sneak peek as the chefs and vendors in these festivals take Noah through their kitchen, showcasing their simple yet innovative creations. The show offers a behind-the-scenes look at how all of these delicious carnival foods are prepared, putting a spotlight on the creativity, ingenuity and hard work of these talented food makers. Viewers are treated to an array of dishes that showcase inventive twists on carnival classics. Dishes such as deep-fried burgers, churro ice cream sandwiches, bacon-wrapped grilled cheese sandwiches, big bacon balls on a stick, chicken Parmesan on a bun, and a variety of fried food creations like deep-fried Oreos and pancakes apple pie among other indulgent desserts. Carnival Eats also highlights the culture of the places where these food fairs are held. Through interviews with locals, Noah learns about the history, traditions, and unique features of each community. He then samples these foods and shows viewers just how delicious carnival fare can be anywhere in North America. The show also showcases vendors who put their own unique spin on standard carnival foods, like a food truck that serves poutine with an exotic twist, or a new take on the classic elephant ear. With each episode featuring a different festival, viewers get a glimpse into the nuances and quirkiness of each fair's unique atmosphere and culture, showcasing a wide range of local food cultures throughout the United States and Canada. Not everything shown is deep-fried or fatty. Healthy options are also included in the show. For instance, Noah tours a fair where everything served is organic, vegan friendly, or locally sourced where he discovers a wide array of plant-based dishes that taste delicious and as satisfying as the general comfort foods eaten at fairs. Carnival Eats is a unique show that offers viewers a taste of North America's most mouth-watering carnival food. Noah Cappe's engaging and easy-going personality makes for a fun and informative experience for anyone who loves food, travel or just having a good time. Carnival Eats is the perfect mix of food, fun, and adventure that is set to tantalize viewers' taste buds, leaving them hungry for more.

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Natural Corn Grillers
8. Natural Corn Grillers
July 10, 2022
Noah Cappe enjoys the newest offerings at the state fair of Louisiana, starting with mozza-ghetti, a cheesy take on the classic topped with meatballs and tomato sauce.
Doughboy Does Dallas
7. Doughboy Does Dallas
July 3, 2022
Noah Cappe tackles doughy delights at the state fair of Texas in Dallas, starting with the Dallas Hot, then the latest take on the classic carnival corndog.
The Hunt for Breaded Oktoberfest
6. The Hunt for Breaded Oktoberfest
June 26, 2022
Noah Cappe's mission to find the most awesome carnival eats starts on a high note at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. He chows down on the Schnitzel Dog at Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa and experiences something new at the Colorado State Fair.
Under Texas Fries
5. Under Texas Fries
June 19, 2022
Noah Cappe hits one of the biggest state fairs in the U.S. for Texas-sized carnival eats. He visits the State Fair of Louisiana for a new favorite food on a stick, and his over-the-top food tour continues with a Hot Cheesy Float at the Arizona State Fair.
Pulp Kitchen
4. Pulp Kitchen
June 12, 2022
Noah Cappe kicks off a visit to the Kansas State Fair with the Cheesiest Burger Ever! Then he flies high at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta with a Churro Cupcake and grabs a seasonal Pumpkin Funnel Cake at Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa.
Okal-hoagie
3. Okal-hoagie
June 5, 2022
Follow Carnival Eats celebrates today's modern gastronomic freak show and takes you on an international, food-frenzied roller coaster of culinary delights, to the new epicenter of carnival life -- food!
How the West Was Yum
2. How the West Was Yum
May 29, 2022
It's a showdown on the midway as Noah Cappe visits the Kansas State Fair for a Jelly Donut Dog. At the Colorado State Fair, local pueblo peppers are the star of a loaded pizza, and chicken wings get a fair-friendly treatment at the Oklahoma State Fair.
The Wild Brunch
1. The Wild Brunch
May 22, 2022
Noah Cappe heads to the Ostrich Festival in Chandler, Ariz., to sample local specialties like the Tacocolada, a pineapple stuffed with tortillas. Then he makes his first visit to the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, Colo., for a rattlesnake corn dog.
Description

Carnival Eats is a tantalizing food show that first aired on Cooking Channel in 2014, starring host and food enthusiast Noah Cappe. The show features a delectable array of carnival foods from fairs, festivals and carnivals across North America. Each episode, Noah travels to a different event, providing viewers with an insider's guide to the unique and mouth-watering foods that can be found there. Noah hits up food stalls, food trucks and some of the most creative culinary minds of the carnival world, as he tastes his way through everything from classic carnival favorites to outrageous indulgences.

In each episode, viewers get a sneak peek as the chefs and vendors in these festivals take Noah through their kitchen, showcasing their simple yet innovative creations. The show offers a behind-the-scenes look at how all of these delicious carnival foods are prepared, putting a spotlight on the creativity, ingenuity and hard work of these talented food makers.

Viewers are treated to an array of dishes that showcase inventive twists on carnival classics. Dishes such as deep-fried burgers, churro ice cream sandwiches, bacon-wrapped grilled cheese sandwiches, big bacon balls on a stick, chicken Parmesan on a bun, and a variety of fried food creations like deep-fried Oreos and pancakes apple pie among other indulgent desserts.

Carnival Eats also highlights the culture of the places where these food fairs are held. Through interviews with locals, Noah learns about the history, traditions, and unique features of each community. He then samples these foods and shows viewers just how delicious carnival fare can be anywhere in North America.

The show also showcases vendors who put their own unique spin on standard carnival foods, like a food truck that serves poutine with an exotic twist, or a new take on the classic elephant ear. With each episode featuring a different festival, viewers get a glimpse into the nuances and quirkiness of each fair's unique atmosphere and culture, showcasing a wide range of local food cultures throughout the United States and Canada.

Not everything shown is deep-fried or fatty. Healthy options are also included in the show. For instance, Noah tours a fair where everything served is organic, vegan friendly, or locally sourced where he discovers a wide array of plant-based dishes that taste delicious and as satisfying as the general comfort foods eaten at fairs.

Carnival Eats is a unique show that offers viewers a taste of North America's most mouth-watering carnival food. Noah Cappe's engaging and easy-going personality makes for a fun and informative experience for anyone who loves food, travel or just having a good time. Carnival Eats is the perfect mix of food, fun, and adventure that is set to tantalize viewers' taste buds, leaving them hungry for more.

Carnival Eats is a series that is currently running and has 10 seasons (170 episodes). The series first aired on August 18, 2014.

Where to Watch Carnival Eats

Carnival Eats is available for streaming on the Cooking Channel website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Carnival Eats on demand at Google Play and Apple TV.

  • Premiere Date
    August 18, 2014
  • IMDB Rating
    7.2  (169)