Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives

Guy Fieri journeys to Reno, Nevada, where he tastes a distinctive version of the breakfast burrito. Afterwards, he travels to Ottawa in Canada, where a traditional cod cake recipe that dates back 400 years is served on the restaurant’s menu.

Off the Beaten Path is a programme that presents a series of short episodes in which the presenter travels to different locations to discover local food culture. Each instalment follows a straightforward format, taking viewers along as the host explores a particular dish or culinary tradition that isn’t widely known. In this episode the presenter, Guy Fieri, makes his way to Reno, Nevada, where he samples a distinctive take on the classic breakfast burrito. The segment then shifts north to Ottawa, Canada, where the menu features a cod cake prepared from a recipe that dates back four centuries. Both stops centre on the act of tasting and the stories behind these specific foods. The episode’s structure highlights the contrast between the two regions: a modern reinterpretation of a familiar American staple in the desert city of Reno, and a historic, centuries‑old preparation in the capital of Canada. By focusing on the preparation and flavour of each item, the programme offers a glimpse into how local ingredients and traditions shape the dishes. The inclusion of a 400‑year‑old cod cake underscores the enduring nature of some culinary practices, while the inventive breakfast burrito illustrates how contemporary chefs can put a fresh spin on established recipes.