Andrew Zimmern on Why Pitmasters Is Unlike Any Barbecue Competition
Podcast:Food Network Obsessed Published On: Fri Jul 10 2026 Description: Andrew Zimmern returns to the pod to talk about Pitmasters, Food Network's bold new barbecue competition series. Andrew shares why he waited years before saying yes to a competition show, and what makes Pitmasters different from traditional cooking competitions.Later, Andrew reflects on how food media has evolved, why great storytelling will always outlast technology, and the inspiration behind The Blue Food Cookbook. He explains why cooking more seafood can benefit both our health and the planet, and he reveals the barbecue side-dishes on his own personal Mount Rushmore.Follow Food Network on Instagram: HEREFollow Jaymee Sire on Instagram: HEREFollow Andrew on Instagram: HERELearn More about Pitmasters : HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.