Comfort foods like Irish stew and southern fried chicken.

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 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 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.

Andrew digs into the culinary treasures of Uruguay's capital city, Montevideo; he explores this meaty Mecca by highlighting slow-cooked Asado meats, thin-sliced steak sandwiches called chivitos and breaded and fried beef.

Andrew introduces the coastal cuisine of Guayaquil, Ecuador; bright flavors and local ingredients define Guayaquil's gastronomy; Andrew tries everything from red mangrove crab to a plantain dumpling studded with crispy bits of pork.

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 explores the alluring eats of Phuket, Thailand, an island paradise with bountiful natural gifts, aromatic flavors and multicultural cuisine; from spicy crab curry to sweet crispy street snacks, Phuket's gastronomy is a feast for the senses.

Andrew dives in to the laid-back eats of Santa Monica, Calif.; boasting miles of coastline, Santa Monica is home to spicy seafood soup, Chinese chicken salad, Tsukemen, and many more dishes for seafood lovers.

Andrew introduces Kanazawa, Japan, a modern city filled with deep traditions; from regionally fished Kano crab to sushi built using aged rice and fresh seafood, he explores tantalizing eats that are unspoiled by international tourism.

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 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).

Actor/adventurer Jack Maxwell learned a lot working in South Boston bars, and one lesson stood out: Enjoy a couple of drinks with a stranger, and the whole world opens up. Those experiences inspired "Booze Traveler," which follows Maxwell to various countries to quench his curiosity about what people drink, why, and the tales it prompts. In Armenia, Belize, Lithuania, Mongolia, Nepal and elsewhere, Maxwell learns its intoxicating traditions, meets with locals, joins in activities, and even helps with the alcohol-making process. He finds a unique drink, makes friends and shares stories in each spot.

During a lifelong quest to experience the most unique, traditional fare in cities around the world, chef/TV personality Andrew Zimmern has traveled nearly everywhere while eating almost anything along the way. From iconic restaurants to off-the-beaten-path markets and shops, Zimmern reveals his best-of itinerary -- his personal picks for dishes and food experiences so delicious that they're unforgettable. Each half-hour episode finds the host visiting a different city, serving as the viewers' guide while he recounts personal food memories, shares the culinary history of each location, and shows what to eat and where to find it.

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.