San Antonio is the home base for this season of Planet Barbecue. One of only two cities in the U.S. designated a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, the Alamo City boasts a cuisine as colorful as its historic city center. Get ready for Carne Asado Breakfast Tacos, Jason Dady's Oak-Smoked Cherry-Glazed Ribs, and Beef Cheek Barbacoa prepared by local smoke master Esaul Ramos. Carne Asado Breakfast Tacos; Oak-Smoked Cherry-Glazed Ribs; Beef Cheek Barbacoa.

San Antonio is the home base for this season of Planet Barbecue. One of only two cities in the U.S. designated a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, the Alamo City boasts a cuisine as colorful as its historic city center. Get ready for Carne Asado Breakfast Tacos, Jason Dady's Oak-Smoked Cherry-Glazed Ribs, and Beef Cheek Barbacoa prepared by local smoke master Esaul Ramos. Carne Asado Breakfast Tacos; Oak-Smoked Cherry-Glazed Ribs; Beef Cheek Barbacoa.

Elsewhere in Latin America, grill masters make a virtue of simplicity (think salt only grilled steaks of Argentina and Uruguay). But Mexicans build layer upon layer of flavor-marinating meats in recados (spice pastes) and adobos (chile and vinegar marinades), wrapping and grilling them in aromatic leaves, and searing them over hardwood fires. Introducing three spectacular Mexican grill specialties. Pollo Asado; Grilled Swordfish with Salsa Macha; Carne Enchilada.

Elsewhere in Latin America, grill masters make a virtue of simplicity (think salt only grilled steaks of Argentina and Uruguay). But Mexicans build layer upon layer of flavor-marinating meats in recados (spice pastes) and adobos (chile and vinegar marinades), wrapping and grilling them in aromatic leaves, and searing them over hardwood fires. Introducing three spectacular Mexican grill specialties. Pollo Asado; Grilled Swordfish with Salsa Macha; Carne Enchilada.

Elsewhere in Latin America, grill masters make a virtue of simplicity (think salt only grilled steaks of Argentina and Uruguay). But Mexicans build layer upon layer of flavor-marinating meats in recados (spice pastes) and adobos (chile and vinegar marinades), wrapping and grilling them in aromatic leaves, and searing them over hardwood fires. Introducing three spectacular Mexican grill specialties. Pollo Asado; Grilled Swordfish with Salsa Macha; Carne Enchilada.

Texas BBQ to many means brisket, but in this show, you'll experience the Texas Trinity: Grilled Quail with Pear Salsa and Blue Cheese Farroto prepared by San Antonio master chef Jason Dady. Smoked and Grilled Rib-Eye Steaks accompanied by Smashed Potatoes. And a sizzling sandwich, a Hot Gut Hero (beef sausage with pepper Jack cheese). It's the Texas Trinity hot off the grill. Grilled Quail with Pear Salsa and Blue Cheese Farroto; Smoked, Grilled Rib-Eye Steaks with Jalapeno Horseradish Butter; Hot Gut Hero (Beef Sausage and Pepper Jack Cheese Sandwich).

Texas BBQ to many means brisket, but in this show, you'll experience the Texas Trinity: Grilled Quail with Pear Salsa and Blue Cheese Farroto prepared by San Antonio master chef Jason Dady. Smoked and Grilled Rib-Eye Steaks accompanied by Smashed Potatoes. And a sizzling sandwich, a Hot Gut Hero (beef sausage with pepper Jack cheese). It's the Texas Trinity hot off the grill. Grilled Quail with Pear Salsa and Blue Cheese Farroto; Smoked, Grilled Rib-Eye Steaks with Jalapeno Horseradish Butter; Hot Gut Hero (Beef Sausage and Pepper Jack Cheese Sandwich).

Texas BBQ to many means brisket, but in this show, you'll experience the Texas Trinity: Grilled Quail with Pear Salsa and Blue Cheese Farroto prepared by San Antonio master chef Jason Dady. Smoked and Grilled Rib-Eye Steaks accompanied by Smashed Potatoes. And a sizzling sandwich, a Hot Gut Hero (beef sausage with pepper Jack cheese). It's the Texas Trinity hot off the grill. Grilled Quail with Pear Salsa and Blue Cheese Farroto; Smoked, Grilled Rib-Eye Steaks with Jalapeno Horseradish Butter; Hot Gut Hero (Beef Sausage and Pepper Jack Cheese Sandwich).

The Caribbean occupies a special place in the annals of barbecue. Taino Indian barbacoa seafood and meats smoke-roasted on a wooden platform that gave us the word "barbecue." The Caribbean remains a hotbed of barbecue delights; Jamaican Jerk Chicken, Trinidadian grilled vegetable dip called Choka and Shrimp Boka Dushi-a spicy Dutch West Indian kebab whose name literally means "happy mouth." Jamaican Jerk Chicken; Choka with Bakes (Trinidadian Grilled Vegetable Dip with Grilled Flatbreads); Shrimp Boka Dushi.

The Caribbean occupies a special place in the annals of barbecue. Taino Indian barbacoa seafood and meats smoke-roasted on a wooden platform that gave us the word "barbecue." The Caribbean remains a hotbed of barbecue delights; Jamaican Jerk Chicken, Trinidadian grilled vegetable dip called Choka and Shrimp Boka Dushi-a spicy Dutch West Indian kebab whose name literally means "happy mouth." Jamaican Jerk Chicken; Choka with Bakes (Trinidadian Grilled Vegetable Dip with Grilled Flatbreads); Shrimp Boka Dushi.

The Caribbean occupies a special place in the annals of barbecue. Taino Indian barbacoa seafood and meats smoke-roasted on a wooden platform that gave us the word "barbecue." The Caribbean remains a hotbed of barbecue delights; Jamaican Jerk Chicken, Trinidadian grilled vegetable dip called Choka and Shrimp Boka Dushi-a spicy Dutch West Indian kebab whose name literally means "happy mouth." Jamaican Jerk Chicken; Choka with Bakes (Trinidadian Grilled Vegetable Dip with Grilled Flatbreads); Shrimp Boka Dushi.

Brazilians are world masters at the art of the rotisserie. In this show, learn to cook beef, chicken and pork with the proverbial turn. We start with Brazil's celebrated Picanha (fat cap sirloin) served with farofa and Country-Style Salsa. Next, Brazilian Pork Loin grilled with Bacon and Prunes and finally Rio Chicken Rollatini. So put on some samba music and get ready to rock the grill. Picanha with Country Salsa; Brazilian Pork Loin with Bacon and Prunes; Rio Chicken Rollatini.

Brazilians are world masters at the art of the rotisserie. In this show, learn to cook beef, chicken and pork with the proverbial turn. We start with Brazil's celebrated Picanha (fat cap sirloin) served with farofa and Country-Style Salsa. Next, Brazilian Pork Loin grilled with Bacon and Prunes and finally Rio Chicken Rollatini. So put on some samba music and get ready to rock the grill. Picanha with Country Salsa; Brazilian Pork Loin with Bacon and Prunes; Rio Chicken Rollatini.

Brazilians are world masters at the art of the rotisserie. In this show, learn to cook beef, chicken and pork with the proverbial turn. We start with Brazil's celebrated Picanha (fat cap sirloin) served with farofa and Country-Style Salsa. Next, Brazilian Pork Loin grilled with Bacon and Prunes and finally Rio Chicken Rollatini. So put on some samba music and get ready to rock the grill. Picanha with Country Salsa; Brazilian Pork Loin with Bacon and Prunes; Rio Chicken Rollatini.

In this episode we'll travel the BBQ trail from Venezuela to Peru starting with a Venezuelan specialty Asopao (seafood rice), reimagined here on the grill by Caracas-born chef Geronimo Lopez. And then a twist on two Peruvian delicacies Tuna Anticuchos (kebabs) and Smoke-Roasted Peruvian Potato Salad. Asopao (Venezuelan "Paella"); Tuna Anticuchos; Smoke-Roasted Peruvian Potato Salad.

In this episode we'll travel the BBQ trail from Venezuela to Peru starting with a Venezuelan specialty Asopao (seafood rice), reimagined here on the grill by Caracas-born chef Geronimo Lopez. And then a twist on two Peruvian delicacies Tuna Anticuchos (kebabs) and Smoke-Roasted Peruvian Potato Salad. Asopao (Venezuelan "Paella"); Tuna Anticuchos; Smoke-Roasted Peruvian Potato Salad.

In this episode we'll travel the BBQ trail from Venezuela to Peru starting with a Venezuelan specialty Asopao (seafood rice), reimagined here on the grill by Caracas-born chef Geronimo Lopez. And then a twist on two Peruvian delicacies Tuna Anticuchos (kebabs) and Smoke-Roasted Peruvian Potato Salad. Asopao (Venezuelan "Paella"); Tuna Anticuchos; Smoke-Roasted Peruvian Potato Salad.

The Gulf Coast extends from the Florida Keys to the Yucatan Peninsula. You'll find some of the most vibrant seafood and distinctive grilling in the Americas. From Grilled Oysters with Charred Corn Salsa to a Gulf Coast grill-top Shrimp Boil. And a spectacular Grilled Snapper "Zarandeado" prepared by Mexican grill master Alejandro Gutierrez. In this show, we're fishing for compliments from the Gulf Coast grill. Gulf Coast Shrimp Boil with Texas Toast; Grilled Snapper "Zarandeado" with Serrano Salsa; Grilled Oysters With Charred Corn Salsa.

The Gulf Coast extends from the Florida Keys to the Yucatan Peninsula. You'll find some of the most vibrant seafood and distinctive grilling in the Americas. From Grilled Oysters with Charred Corn Salsa to a Gulf Coast grill-top Shrimp Boil. And a spectacular Grilled Snapper "Zarandeado" prepared by Mexican grill master Alejandro Gutierrez. In this show, we're fishing for compliments from the Gulf Coast grill. Gulf Coast Shrimp Boil with Texas Toast; Grilled Snapper "Zarandeado" with Serrano Salsa; Grilled Oysters With Charred Corn Salsa.

The Gulf Coast extends from the Florida Keys to the Yucatan Peninsula. You'll find some of the most vibrant seafood and distinctive grilling in the Americas. From Grilled Oysters with Charred Corn Salsa to a Gulf Coast grill-top Shrimp Boil. And a spectacular Grilled Snapper "Zarandeado" prepared by Mexican grill master Alejandro Gutierrez. In this show, we're fishing for compliments from the Gulf Coast grill. Gulf Coast Shrimp Boil with Texas Toast; Grilled Snapper "Zarandeado" with Serrano Salsa; Grilled Oysters With Charred Corn Salsa.

The U.S. is often described as a global melting pot. We focus on three grilled dishes with international roots. Shrimp cocktail gets the East-West treatment with Thai spices and smoked jalapenos. Chipotle Ribs with chocolate and Drunken Salsa spiked with tequila and roasted chiles. Dessert sounds an equally unexpected note: a luscious Planet Barbecue "Banana" Split made with grilled plantains. East-West Shrimp Cocktail; Chipotle Ribs with Drunken Salsa; Planet Barbecue Banana Split.

The U.S. is often described as a global melting pot. We focus on three grilled dishes with international roots. Shrimp cocktail gets the East-West treatment with Thai spices and smoked jalapenos. Chipotle Ribs with chocolate and Drunken Salsa spiked with tequila and roasted chiles. Dessert sounds an equally unexpected note: a luscious Planet Barbecue "Banana" Split made with grilled plantains. East-West Shrimp Cocktail; Chipotle Ribs with Drunken Salsa; Planet Barbecue Banana Split.

The U.S. is often described as a global melting pot. We focus on three grilled dishes with international roots. Shrimp cocktail gets the East-West treatment with Thai spices and smoked jalapenos. Chipotle Ribs with chocolate and Drunken Salsa spiked with tequila and roasted chiles. Dessert sounds an equally unexpected note: a luscious Planet Barbecue "Banana" Split made with grilled plantains. East-West Shrimp Cocktail; Chipotle Ribs with Drunken Salsa; Planet Barbecue Banana Split.

This show gives grilled and smoked vegetables their due. We start with hot stuff from India: a spectacular Tandoori Cauliflower with Coriander Mint Chutney. From the West Indies comes a squash gratin fired with habanero chiles and perfumed with wood smoke. Not to leave our carnivorous friends out, Mexican-American chef Johnny Hernandez cooks Borrego, Mexican pit-roasted lamb. Tandoori Cauliflower with Coriander Mint Chutney; West Indian Squash Gratin; Borrego (Mexican Pit-Roasted Lamb).

This show gives grilled and smoked vegetables their due. We start with hot stuff from India: a spectacular Tandoori Cauliflower with Coriander Mint Chutney. From the West Indies comes a squash gratin fired with habanero chiles and perfumed with wood smoke. Not to leave our carnivorous friends out, Mexican-American chef Johnny Hernandez cooks Borrego, Mexican pit-roasted lamb. Tandoori Cauliflower with Coriander Mint Chutney; West Indian Squash Gratin; Borrego (Mexican Pit-Roasted Lamb).