Andrew Zimmern samples Beijing's cuisine, which is steeped in history and fit for an emperor, including crispy breakfast pancakes, bowls of chewy noodles, tender Peking duck, steamed buns, and zesty donkey sandwiches.

Andrew Zimmern highlights foods from Osaka, the gateway to Japan; from panko-crusted vegetables and octopus fritters to udon noodles topped with fried tofu, Osaka's cuisine is Japan's answer to soul food.

Bursting with beauty and culinary icons of near mythical proportion, the Greek island of Santorini is home to tomato fritters, lamb fricassee and natural delicacies like grilled octopus.

The iconic foods of Hanoi, Vietnam, including sweet-and-sour snail soup, breakfast crepes filled with ground pork and sweet-potato fritters topped with shrimp.

Andrew Zimmern uncovers the most delicious food in Michigan's Upper Peninsula; from Croatian chicken cooked over an open flame to fresh-caught Lake Superior whitefish and traditional pasties, the rural landscape offers many dishes.

From hearty lamb stew with root veggies to a seafood breakfast and cheesy toast, Andrew Zimmern explores the thrifty cuisine of Cardiff, Wales, that outlasted lean times to become modern, favorite fare.

Andrew Zimmern reveals unique cooking methods and ancient recipes in Marrakesh, Morocco, including pigeon-meat pies, beef and lentil dishes cooked in bathhouses and whole lamb slow roasted in underground ovens.

Andrew Zimmern gets a taste of traditional Viking dishes in Oslo, Norway; from reindeer steak and local cured salmon to sheep and heart-shaped waffles, the capital city serves up recipes that have stood the test of time.

Andrew Zimmern highlights Stockholm's herring and traditional Swedish foods, such as pea soup and pancakes, Jansson's temptation, and cinnamon rolls topped with crunchy pearl sugar.

Andrew Zimmern uncovers the boardwalk indulgences of the Jersey Shore; from sticky-sweet saltwater taffy to slices of tomato pie and Italian subs, the Jersey Shore's culinary scene is a carnival for the taste buds.

From raucous crayfish boils and snackable fish to lean reindeer meat and hearty porridge pies, Andrew Zimmern highlights traditional dishes from Helsinki, Finland.

Andrew Zimmern heads to Madrid to reveal the most famous foods in Spain's capital; sweet and succulent roasted piglet to fried calamari sandwiches and tapas, Madrid transforms food into a true culinary and social experience.

Andrew Zimmern takes a bite out of Chicago's humble, hearty and world-renowned food scene; from juicy rib tips to zesty Polish sausages to experimental and edible works of art, Chicago's eats stay true to its roots.

Andrew Zimmern samples some of the best cuisine St. John's, Newfoundland, has to offer; from succulent blue mussels steamed in local beer and creamy cod au gratin to hearty moose stew and savory rabbit pie.

Andrew highlights the iconic British dishes and ethnically diverse foods that have put London on the culinary map, from humble shepherd's pie and posh beef Wellington to sizzling seekh kebabs and smoky Jamaican jerk chicken.

From lobster roll sandwiches and fresh East Coast oysters to Italian sandwiches and whoopie pies, Andrew Zimmern explores the seaside city of Portland, Maine, loaded with classic New England fare.

Andrew explores the frontier fare of Denver, Colo.; from classic game meats remade for the modern palette to the signature green chili sauce of Den-Mex cuisine, Denver has become the region's cultural hub, with an abundance of top-shelf food.

Andrew explores the legendary and timeless cuisine of Lyon, France; the flavors of pike fish dumplings, breaded beef tripe and pink pralines have all helped Lyon earn the title "World Capital of Gastronomy."

Andrew highlights Tuscan specialties like small-batch extra virgin olive oil, spicy fish stew served over crusty bread, chickpea pancakes and whole fish simmered quickly in spicy tomato sauce.

Andrew scopes out the creative, rustic comfort dishes of Quebec City, Canada; influenced by French and English settlers, the city is full of old world charm, late-night diners, hearty food and plenty of maple syrup.

Andrew Zimmern checks out the inventive and international eats of New Jersey, including all-you-can-eat Brazilian meat, rich seafood stew, potato-loaded hot dogs, and Dominican marinated pork.

Possessed by a strong curiosity and, apparently, an even stronger digestive system, host Andrew Zimmern (a chef and food writer by trade) traverses the world in pursuit of unusual regional delicacies and startling native "delights" on the menu, as he tries to ferret out the weirdest foods a location has to offer -- possibly including ferret, actually. In addition to vivid descriptions of the taste and texture of the foods he discovers, Zimmern also provides a short history of each dish. Some of the locales Zimmern has traveled to include Ecuador, Taiwan, Iceland and Minnesota (because not all "unique" foods are found in exotic locations).

Intrigued by legendary mysteries and driven by curiosity, Josh Gates is on a mission for answers. "Exhibition Unknown" chronicles his global adventures as he investigates iconic unsolved events, lost cities, buried treasures and other puzzling stories. Armed with a degree in archaeology, a quick wit and a thirst for action, Gates investigates recent developments before embarking on a detailed exploration. Whether he's trekking through Fiji in search of Amelia Earhart's remains or diving the deep seas of Panama to locate Captain Morgan's pirate ship, Gates' roughshod expeditions lead him one step closer to the truth.

The extraordinary, often bizarre treasures housed in America's museums represent wondrous chapters in history, but a physical display can tell only part of their story. Behind each artifact are amazing tales and secrets to be revealed -- tales sometimes brimming with scandal, mystery, murder and intrigue. In "Mysteries at the Museum," host Don Wildman visits a wide variety of museums across the United States, taking viewers on a sometimes shocking tour of America's past by re-examining what's been left behind. Interviews, archival footage and re-enactments bring to life the artifacts' enduring mysteries, some that have never been told before on television.

In one of the most popular series in Travel Channel's history, actor Casey Webb -- assuming the mantle from original host Adam Richman -- travels across America to sample some iconic regional dishes and take on some daunting food challenges, such as attacking a pitcher-sized bloody mary garnished with a whole fried chicken, tucking into a four-and-a-half-pound Reuben sandwich, and a choice between taking on a 151-ounce milkshake, an eight-pound sloppy joe or eating six habanero ghost chili wings. Talk about the big, the bad or the burn!

Bad-boy chef and best-selling author Anthony Bourdain hits both familiar culinary hotspots and out-of-the-way gems in his global quest for the ultimate dining experience. Along the way, Bourdain offers his perspective on both the food and the local customs he comes across in his travels.

With roadside diners, vintage drive-ins and out-of-the-way "dives" enjoying a resurgence of hipness among foodies, host Guy Fieri travels across America in search of some of the best "greasy spoon" eateries. The restaurants that Guy visits are usually well-known among locals and other people in the region. While at each location, Fieri talks to the staff as well as the customers to get their thoughts on the food. Many episodes feature eateries that are connected by a common thread, such as burgers or comfort foods.

Soma Yukihira battles some of the world's best chefs to prove himself and refine his skills.

Seven of the country's best food trucks compete for customers as they complete various challenges across the country.