Taylor Hicks is the winner of American Idol Season Five and a Platinum Selling Country Artist with millions of fans around the country. He also loves food and travel, making him a great choice to host the new TV Show State Plate, which premieres on October 21st at 9:00 pm ET.
As the host of STATE PLATE, Hicks will explore the history behind each state’s most famous foods and why they have become American favorites. From coast to coast, Taylor will sample everything from cheesesteaks in Philadelphia to Frogs Eye Salad in Utah, and much more. Along the way he will visit farms, markets, and festivals to uncover the legends behind our country’s most iconic foods.
Some of the state foods featured in this season include:
-Arizona: Chimichangas, Churro Sheep Stew, and Prickly Pear Cactus Candy
-Florida: Gator Bites, Stone Crab Claws, and Key Lime Pie
-Georgia: Fried Chicken, Grits, and Peace & Pecan Ice Cream
-Illinois: Popcorn, Deep Dish Pizza, Hot Dogs and Ice Ceram Sundaes
-Louisiana: Po’ Boys, Gumbo, and Beignets
-Maine: Lobster Rolls, Maine Potatoes, and Wild Blueberry Pie
-Massachusetts: Clam Chowder, Boston Baked Beans, and Boston Cream Pie
-Texas: Chili, BBQ Brisket, and Texas Sheet Cake
-Wisconsin: Cheese Curds, Sauerkraut, and Chicken Booyah
Because food and culture are inextricably bound together, the story of a state’s cuisine is also the story of its culture.
See Taylor Hicks live in concert at The City Winery Nashville on Sunday November 20th. To get your tickets visit www.CityWinery.com/Nashville or call 615-324-1010.