Diner's Drive-Ins and Dives: What I Watch When I'm Not Reading

When I am not reading, I like to turn on the TV and head on over to the Food Network Channel. There I find one of my favorite shows: Diners, Drive-ins and Dives hosted by Guy Fieri. Not only is the show yummy to watch, but I love Guy's humor. 

About the Show

Diners, Drive-ins and Dives are popular again thanks to faithful baby boomers, a slew of younger fans and a whole new generation of owners. Join Guy Fieri as he visits classic "greasy spoon" spots, from a roadside shack in Tarpley, Texas to a Las Vegas sports bar with stellar stromboli.

I love to see all of the interesting places out there serving yummy and unique food. He has also visited Utah several times. My only problem now, is that I have started changing my eating habits so all I can do is drool. This still doesn't take the enjoyment away from me while watching Guy talk to the various cooks/chefs, and watch him eat the great food. You can also go to the Food Network Channel and find many of the recipes shown on the show. Also, if you have never seen this show, you can watch several videos of DDD...triple "D" as Guys calls his show. 


I also found a blog that highlights Triple D. They lists everything there such as the places Guy has visited and also list all of the recipes.


If you go to Guy's website there is a lot of info about this fun loving man, who was once the winner of, "The Next Food Network Star". I remember liking him the moment I saw him. When he won the contest, I knew that nothing would stop him. You really must go read his Bio because he is an amazing man!


Now, you don't think I would blog here without telling you about Guy's books did you? He has three books and several DVD's from all of his past shows.

An All-American Road Trip...with Recipes! This book follows Guy's hot-rod trips around the country, mapping out the best places and turning local favorites into national wonders.

DINERS, DRIVE-INS, AND DIVES: An All-American Road Trip ...with Recipes by Guy Fieri, Ann Volkwein 

 

 

Guy is at it again highlighting America's finest and funkiest joints. Guy showcases the amazing personalities, the fascinating stories, and most important, the outrageously good food provided by these American treasures. Filled with delicious recipes, photos, and charming memorabilia, and featuring Guy's hilarious voice and rampant enthusiasm for these hidden culinary gems, Diners, Drive-ins & Dives: Another Drop-Top Culinary Cruise is essential for his countless fans and for lovers of the American food scene. 

Guy is "Cookin'it, Livin' it & Lovin' it" with this hardback cookbook. You'll get more than 150 Off the Hook recipes.

All of Guy's books can be purchased at his website and I would also check them out at Amazon.com. 

Last of all, here is one of Guy's recipes found on his website. Enjoy!


FRENCH ONION DIP
(Print this recipe)

Courtesy Guy Fieri

2 Vidalia Onions, sliced in 1/4” rings, about 4 cups
2 large shallots, sliced into 1/8” rings, about 1/2cup
3 cloves of garlic, minced, about 1 1/2 Tablespoons
2 Tablespoons canola oil
1 Tablespoon butter
2 cups sour cream
1 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon Worcestershire
1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked
1 teaspoon salt

In a large sauté pan, over med high heat, heat oil and butter. Add in onions and sauté stirring occasionally for approximately 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown and caramelized. Add in shallots and sauté for 13 minutes more until onions and shallots are dark brown add in garlic and sauté for two minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 5-6 minutes, then chop into 1/4” pieces. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
In a medium bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, celery salt, Worcestershire, salt and pepper, fold in onion mixture. Chill in refrigerator at least one hour prior to serving or overnight.

Yield: 3 1/2 cups
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes
Inactive prep time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Ease of Preparation: Easy