Wrestling and strongman legend Braun Strowman steps into the ring to face his ultimate culinary nemesis: green peas. As Dan puts Braun through three pea-packed dishes, the conversation gets surprisingly personal. Braun opens up about why he’s grateful to the bullies who shaped him, how he turns adversity into fuel for success, and why hosting Everything on the Menu with Braun Strowman is his latest title-worthy role.
Recipes Mentioned:
Creamy Pea Soup with Crab and Crème Fraîche
Lemony Pea and Pistachio Pesto (from this recipe)
Jul 16
41 min
Comedian and writer Phoebe Robinson challenges Dan to change her mind about green peas—her least favorite food. Between bites, Phoebe shares how grit and optimism carried her through the years before fame, reflects on her time on the cult-hit TV show Portlandia, and reveals what she eats on the road as she gears up for her next comedy tour, Feral & Fired Up!
Recipes Mentioned:
Spring Pea Salad
Keema Matar served with basmati rice
Crispy Pea Fritters
Jul 2
35 min
James Beard Award-winning chef Rocco DiSpirito sits down with Dan Souza to confront his culinary nemesis: arugula. Along the way, Rocco shares the gritty story behind his culinary rise—from getting his first restaurant job at age 11 to chasing a legendary three-star review, navigating the intense spotlight of reality TV fame, and rediscovering what matters most through time spent caring for his mother.
Recipes Mentioned:
Arugula Falafel
Roquette Cocktail
Jun 18
33 min
Dan welcomes chef, caterer, and cookbook author Kardea Brown to talk about her Gullah Geechee roots, her unlikely path to food TV, and the obstacles she’s overcome along the way. But there’s one challenge she still can’t get past: olives. Can Dan finally change Kardea’s mind?
Recipes Mentioned:
Green Olive Tapenade on a crostini
Cheddar Olives
New Orleans Muffulettas
Jun 4
33 min
Chef and humanitarian José Andrés will eat just about anything—except bad food. So instead of changing his mind, Dan serves up three classic tapas that tell the story of José’s homeland, Spain. Along the way, José shares memories from his culinary journey, from his acclaimed restaurants to his food relief work with World Central Kitchen, and shares an unforgettable bratwurst incident at a Washington Wizards game.
Dishes Mentioned:
Manzanilla & Gordal Olives
Semicurado Manchego
Jamón Ibérico
May 21
27 min
Actress, entrepreneur, and icon Brooke Shields is a lifelong oregano skeptic, and puts her palate to the test as Dan serves her three dishes to win her over. Between bites, Brooke opens up about not being a confident cook, a surreal health scare, and embracing her “give zero f*cks” era.
Recipes Mentioned:
Horiatiki Salata (Hearty Greek Salad)
Seared Steak with Chimichurri Sauce
French Bread Pizza
May 7
31 min
Description: In this episode, actress Valerie Bertinelli sits down with Dan Souza to face her longtime nemesis: oysters. As she bravely tackles raw oysters, a rich Oysters Rockefeller, and a crispy po’boy sandwich, Valerie opens up about a year of loss, healing, and writing her book, Getting Naked: The Quiet Work of Becoming Perfectly Imperfect.
Recipes Mentioned:
Raw Oyster with Mignonette Granité
Oysters Rockefeller
Oyster Po' Boy
Apr 23
28 min
Can Dan Souza change Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka’s minds about their most-hated food: deviled eggs? Between laughs, confessions, and a few near gag-reflex reactions, the duo samples three unexpected takes on the classic dish. They also share the stories of their career pivots, their collaborative cocktail book, and a surprising revelation about the true source of David’s food trauma. Will one bite be enough…or are deviled eggs still a hard no?
Recipes Mentioned:
Deviled Quail Eggs
Deviled Egg Salad
Green Chile Deviled Eggs
Apr 9
31 min
Host Dan Souza kicks things off with legendary TV star and food expert Padma Lakshmi. In this episode, Padma gets real about the twists, turns, and breakthroughs behind her rise to the top—while Dan puts his culinary know-how to the test with her ultimate nemesis: bitter melon. One divisive ingredient. Three dishes. No holding back. Can Dan change Padma's mind?
Recipes Mentioned:
Bitter Melon Pickles
Goya Champuru (Okinawan Bitter Melon Stir-Fry)
Little Moon (Bitter Melon Cocktail)
Mar 26
26 min
Join America’s Test Kitchen’s Dan Souza as he invites guests into the kitchen with their worst culinary nightmare–an ingredient they hate–all in the hopes of changing their mind. Will he succeed? Tune in on Thursday, March 26!
Mar 20
45 sec