An Italian tries Southern BBQ for the first time!

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  • Our tour of good Southern food continues! It's time for my Italian husband, Alessio to try Southern BBQ at Puckett's. Of course we had to get him all the good stuff- brisket, pulled pork, bbq chicken, ribs, coleslaw, collard greens, baked beans, green beans, Mac & cheese, potato salad, mashed potatoes with gravy and cornbread! We also grabbed some pimento cheese bites, fried pickles, and wings for apps. Can we eat it all?!?
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  • @Pichouette
    @Pichouette 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +172

    I was a U.S. Marine at the American Embassy Rome, Italy for a year (1993-1994). One day I discovered an old BBQ pit hidden away. I pulled it out, cleaned it up and put it back into service. The Italians were blown away eating authentic BBQ with all the sides. Life was good 😊

    • @danietkissenle
      @danietkissenle 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

      were you able to find brisket in Italy or did you have to explain it to a butcher, what kind of wood do they have in Italy to smoke with

    • @Pichouette
      @Pichouette 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

      @@danietkissenle That was 30 years ago. So, I do remember explaining it to the local butcher and I remember that he knew what I was talking about as far as the cut of meat was. I used to bring him samples of my cooking. Damn, I'm getting old 🤨

    • @danietkissenle
      @danietkissenle 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      @@Pichouette what what wood did you cook over? I'm pretty sure over in Italy there is no oak hickory or mosqute

    • @Pichouette
      @Pichouette 9 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

      @@danietkissenle I honestly don't remember. Because it was an American Embassy, we had a source of goods from the USA and I believe I was able to purchase bags of American charcoal. I remember that I also purchased homemade charcoal from the store that was 3 blocks away. This was 1993. So, I may not remember everything perfectly. I also barbecued when I was in Jugoslavia in 1992 and our supplies were shipped from the USA via Frankfurt.

    • @nomids8315
      @nomids8315 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      What did you think of the food there if you got to try anything different?

  • @steveanderson8137
    @steveanderson8137 ปีที่แล้ว +842

    This may sound goofy but I like how he is open minded and respectful when trying new foods because it’s not just food, it’s other cultures. This is a habit he has inspired me to adhere to.

    • @honestwithmywordshughes3783
      @honestwithmywordshughes3783 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      Well said, not goofy at all. Just very heartfelt and genuine. Great comment and compliment to the video !!!!!

    • @razusaki2344
      @razusaki2344 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Ya growing up watching Bizzare Foods on Food Network really shaped my view of food to be very similar. Always willing to try anything at least once.

    • @alessandrom7181
      @alessandrom7181 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Usually Italians are not disrespectful of any food and are very open minded, unless people don't try to alter Italian food claiming it is Italian. When food is good why not admit it and enjoy it?? For me it's like that at least. As an Italian whenever i go abroad i try every food before to judge or go to an Italian restaurant.

    • @randyporter3491
      @randyporter3491 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Well said Steve, agree.

    • @tiredofit4761
      @tiredofit4761 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes and there are American things he does like ❤

  • @LoriannSmithsanpell
    @LoriannSmithsanpell ปีที่แล้ว +345

    My husband is from Calabria and when I introduced him to Southern BBQ ribs he could not eat it fast enough. He got ribs, ribs and pulled pork. He went crazy over the corn bread and baked beans. We were at the restaurant for over an hour and kept ordering more food!

    • @Sharky-bp1yl
      @Sharky-bp1yl 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      Sounds about right great on you for showing him and even more for him eatting the proper amount

    • @danaconnor1979
      @danaconnor1979 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      I'm so happy that he loves it

    • @ranjanbiswas3233
      @ranjanbiswas3233 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      BBQ should be eaten slowly I presume.

    • @sarahko1014
      @sarahko1014 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ranjanbiswas3233It doesn’t have to be , usually it just takes longer to eat because it’s so much food.

  • @olligesd9343
    @olligesd9343 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +83

    Coming from an American with an Italian ex-wife from Venezia, It is awe inspiring to see an Italian appreciate some real American cuisine. It's not all Coke and McDonalds. Bravissimo!

  • @DFWTexan42
    @DFWTexan42 ปีที่แล้ว +907

    I love it when people from overseas discover real Southern food. Blows their mind, every time. lol :D

    • @Mottleydude1
      @Mottleydude1 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      That’s what they said to me when I visited The Salt Licks. I was like…but I’m from Ohio!

    • @timthatshim8037
      @timthatshim8037 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Being from Alabama at always makes you feel nice when people love the food you eat every day LOL

    • @honestwithmywordshughes3783
      @honestwithmywordshughes3783 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      👍👍👍👍👍👍

    • @tantraman93
      @tantraman93 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Southern food is slow cooked love.

    • @velvetrose7729
      @velvetrose7729 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@tantraman93 When he said....Green beans, you cannot make more flavor to green bean......The Entire south said....SHIID....I can show you better than I can tell you but You gon learn Today!🤣😂

  • @tbecker403
    @tbecker403 ปีที่แล้ว +313

    “10 of the 10,” is how I’m saying it from now on.
    Him being so impressed by the food is exceptionally high praise, by the way. You can’t turn around anywhere in Italy, without running into delicious food. Their food matches the Italian spirit.

    • @redsidebiker
      @redsidebiker 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      I know! I always come home at least 14lbs heavier when we visit Italy. Usually takes me 2 months to walk it off. We have never had a bad meal in Italy.

    • @PsychoKittee1
      @PsychoKittee1 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I said the same thing to my boyfriend... 10 of the 10!!

    • @EIGHTBITPUNK
      @EIGHTBITPUNK 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Same, stealing to myself. 😊

  • @Thesaurcery4U2C
    @Thesaurcery4U2C ปีที่แล้ว +144

    It's good to see someone coming from a culture of great food enjoying southern food.

    • @williamtippins3651
      @williamtippins3651 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      I,ve got a good friend from Rome , and he cried for a year when his job forced him to leave Alabama for England. It was amazing to see someone with all that old culture learn to love our culture. Italians are good folks .

    • @jacob24-78
      @jacob24-78 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@phillipbanes5484 half of american “food” is food that originates from other country’s

    • @danday9697
      @danday9697 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      ​@jacob24-78 that's not true at all. Who else smokes a brisket like America? Or does pulled pork? Or Mac and cheese? Or smokes ribs like us? Or wings? You can't say some country cooked chicken so they did it first. That's like saying spaghetti isn't Italian because China invented pasta. Same with pizza

    • @Hola-ro6yv
      @Hola-ro6yv หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@williamtippins3651”I have a very good friend in Rome named Biggus Dickus”

  • @Ryarios
    @Ryarios ปีที่แล้ว +100

    Let me get this straight, you ate corn cakes, with pork, coleslaw AND a fried pickle? That’s just - OUTSTANDING…👍🏻

    • @shinmarcorp7846
      @shinmarcorp7846 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Needed a hit of country syrup

    • @ranjanbiswas3233
      @ranjanbiswas3233 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Is there any other way?

  • @fionarhiannonpitbullextrao5786
    @fionarhiannonpitbullextrao5786 ปีที่แล้ว +675

    Alessio loves that food so much he couldn't even form complete sentences. That's how you KNOW the food is good.

    • @ThePasinis
      @ThePasinis  ปีที่แล้ว +92

      yes! I was soooo surprise! I"m still say oooh wow! 🤣

    • @fionarhiannonpitbullextrao5786
      @fionarhiannonpitbullextrao5786 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Oh, I always love good BBQ and food like what you were eating, Alessio. I married a Sicilian guy, whose entire family save for him was born in various regions of Italy / Sicily. Now that I have tried my mother in law's cooking, I am VERY picky about Italian food now. I back you before God and man on your views of Olive Garden. I won't eat there anymore, it's not REAL Italian food. My husband Gianni says hi, one Italian to another. We love you both!!!!!!

    • @patriciaharding7468
      @patriciaharding7468 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I am going to have to try Puckett's now - it all looked pretty amazing! I have to tell you though - I lived in Houston, TX for 10 years and ate a lot of BBQ - I now live in Kansaa City (Go Chiefs!) And Kansas City BBQ beats Texas BBQ hands down, no contest! Even my Texas friends who come to visit admit that! The best pork ribs you will ever, ever eat! But that being said, as a BBQ lover I was salivating like crazy over your Puckett's plates! Might be a trip to Franklin, Tennessee in my future - ha!

    • @victorwaddell6530
      @victorwaddell6530 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      The first American pork BBQ was created when Spanish sailors met Native Americans at the mouth of the Savannah River that divides South Carolina and Georgia . The Spanish brought the hogs , and the Native Americans roasted them over coal fires like they cooked their wild game . At the time Spain claimed Georgia as part of their Spanish Florida territory . Texas BBQ comes from the Spanish that colonized Mexico and used Native Mexican cooking techniques to cook the cattle they introduced into the New World .

    • @rjcoady21
      @rjcoady21 ปีที่แล้ว

      Uuuugn

  • @charlessanders4337
    @charlessanders4337 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    There’s a lot of similarity between Italian food and southern food. Both were originally developed to feed large families cheaply, and good cooks have refined the recipes over the years.

    • @kirkmcknight113
      @kirkmcknight113 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      I totally agree with your observation. It's 100 % spot on!!!

    • @tranurse
      @tranurse 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      And real southern food is different from food from a box. It’s more than fried whatever.

  • @uuzd4s
    @uuzd4s ปีที่แล้ว +228

    American BBQ usually hits the mark for first timers. It's known for taking the cheapest cuts and turning them into something Delicious, Tender, Juicy, Savory & Sweet. Any State known for raising Good Beef knows good BBQ but Texas will usually be the Benchmark to beat. Glad you guys enjoyed it !

    • @Chibason
      @Chibason ปีที่แล้ว +14

      It's the cooking method that transforms it

    • @socomxx
      @socomxx ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nah, gotta rep Kansas bbq!

    • @onpoint315
      @onpoint315 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@socomxx Texas all the way. We like our meats naked like the good lord intended it.

    • @bigred9991
      @bigred9991 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      ​@@socomxx Texas is the gold standard for BBQ. Especially Brisket and Ribs.

    • @jeebs7695
      @jeebs7695 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@socomxxagreed, it just hits different

  • @kamelhaj6850
    @kamelhaj6850 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +103

    Seems like everyone in the world falls in love with our Southern food!

    • @MermaidDolphinNYC
      @MermaidDolphinNYC 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Not me. And the way he and she dissected NYV was appalling because they chose the worst places to go.

  • @JenniferBarrier1
    @JenniferBarrier1 ปีที่แล้ว +161

    You just turned an Italian into a Southern American. 😁 Welcome home Alessio. We'll be glad to have ya.

    • @ThePasinis
      @ThePasinis  ปีที่แล้ว +29

      I'm glade too un abbraccio

    • @victorwaddell6530
      @victorwaddell6530 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@ThePasinis Welcome Y'all .

    • @williamtippins3651
      @williamtippins3651 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hey Neighbor ! Want to try my Uncles moonshine ?

    • @timothyblazer1749
      @timothyblazer1749 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Southern food has it's roots in French, old UK and African cooking. Somehow...it all came together over a century or two and we have this gift. Glorious! :-)
      I had this experience first in Chicago, in a tough part of town where I felt like an outsider. Once I started raving about the food, it was like I was family. Since then I've had better BBQ, but THAT BBQ was still, at that time, the best food I ever ate except my grandma's cooking. I said so and everybody laughed. :-)

    • @leesdroidaccountharbin9665
      @leesdroidaccountharbin9665 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Bubba D''amato.

  • @mikeakey3358
    @mikeakey3358 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    He really said, "forgeddabowpizza" lol. He's in love with BBQ and I love it!!!!😂😂😂

  • @reconsoldier135
    @reconsoldier135 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    As a Tennessee boy who grew up down the road from Franklin I’m so happy you found a genuine southern bbq restaurant and you enjoyed it so much. One of the benefits of having people from all over the world living in your country is they all bring their own food traditions and culture and it all mixes together to make the best food in the world. That’s why we’re all so fat 😂

  • @edwebber679
    @edwebber679 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My wife is from South America. They have really good food, but it's just different. I took her to one of the better BBQ places in Dallas, TX and it blew her mind. She couldn't believe how good the food was! She's not a fan of red meat because to her it "tastes like blood", but BBQ she says that the flavor is not only not there, but is so tender and has a flavor that cannot be described. She craves BBQ now and I recently introduced her to Beef Ribs and she absolutely lost her mind at how good it was!

  • @KA-ui3sm
    @KA-ui3sm ปีที่แล้ว +125

    I love the mutual respect you have for each other. And, bravo to you for being thoughtful of your husband’s feelings and dignity. There’s another channel (also Italian husband/American wife) and sadly wife is constantly making him look foolish and intentionally upsetting him just for the sake of views. It’s refreshing to watch your vids and see wholesome content.

    • @marieverhoeven2053
      @marieverhoeven2053 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      This. A million times.

    • @cruellad407
      @cruellad407 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I agree

    • @bobowling1931
      @bobowling1931 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      haha, im curious...what is the other channel?

    • @randyporter3491
      @randyporter3491 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You are exactly right and I agree ! That's what gives this channel so much likability and sets it apart.

  • @elizabethholden9351
    @elizabethholden9351 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    Most foreign visitors don't get to taste real well prepared sterotypical American foods, avoid fast food and chain stores. It goes without saying that different regions have their preferences in taste and seasoning. The trick is to decide which of those are most pleasing to your palate; but never stop trying new versions. You never know what new taste sensations await.

    • @brandenj7038
      @brandenj7038 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Absolutely! I started loving american food by going to real mom and pops restaurants. It was totally a new experience of tastes for me.

    • @lancekirkwood7922
      @lancekirkwood7922 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @Branden J mom and pops are the best. The food is fresh, the portions and prices are decent. Several chain stores are now having their food processed in factories and preportioned, then shipped out to the restaurants. My favorite mom and pops are when the family, or most of them, are from the old country . Besides mom and pop independent restaurants keep the money in the community, where chain stores send off the profits to the blood suckers on wallstreet.

    • @brandenj7038
      @brandenj7038 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lancekirkwood7922 totally correct.

  • @danwebb1756
    @danwebb1756 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

    I hope you went to New Orleans and let him experience Cajun cuisine. It is some of the best food I’ve ever had anywhere.

    • @sirris4330
      @sirris4330 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Go there next!

  • @samuelhodges8208
    @samuelhodges8208 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I love watching those from another country try Southern food for the first time. This is food we Southerners kind of take for granted and forget how incredibly good it is. Great video!

  • @exious1
    @exious1 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Southern food is the best that America has to offer, I love watching both of you enjoying the food.

    • @leesdroidaccountharbin9665
      @leesdroidaccountharbin9665 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      The problem with a lot of people from outside the US is that they usually visit places up North and experience Northern white culture, rather than Southern, AFrican American, Chicano, Tejano, Gulf and Cajun culture.

  • @lucianaromulus1408
    @lucianaromulus1408 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    As someone from Pennsylvania...Southern BBQ is some of my favorite cuisine.

    • @kamelhaj6850
      @kamelhaj6850 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Maryland and New York here and I agree!

  • @kentwri
    @kentwri 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +28

    It's hard to explain to those who have never tried it what Southern cuisine is really like. You can only know by trying it for yourself. It was wonderful seeing Alessio's reaction to what he tried. Priceless.
    The real secret? We eat this way all over the South. It's just good home cookin'.

  • @Blackpanther18900
    @Blackpanther18900 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    As A Texan I approve of this ✅️
    This is True Country style barbecue at its best. 🥰❤️

    • @finkiusmaximus
      @finkiusmaximus 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That's the Chilean flag

    • @Blackpanther18900
      @Blackpanther18900 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@finkiusmaximus thanks Ill fix it.

    • @SnarkyMcSnarkles
      @SnarkyMcSnarkles 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      AND they are at a BBQ in Franklin, Tennessee. NOT Franklins BBQ in Austin. 16:35

    • @foxbat1766
      @foxbat1766 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@SnarkyMcSnarkles Yeah, too bad you can't get into Franklins in Austin unless you show up super early in the morning... But that's the Gold Standard I would think...

    • @johnroscoe2406
      @johnroscoe2406 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      As a Texan shouldn't you be making a comment about brisket? :)

  • @johnnyamaro6643
    @johnnyamaro6643 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    When she piled on what she wanted on the corncake and smiled, how can you not treasure someone like that.🤗

  • @traceywatson2092
    @traceywatson2092 ปีที่แล้ว +112

    You are quickly becoming my favorite foodie couple. Nothing better than watching someone who truly appreciates great food fall in love with new tastes and textures. Enjoy those leftovers! ❤

    • @honestwithmywordshughes3783
      @honestwithmywordshughes3783 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      👍👍👍👍👍

    • @Chibason
      @Chibason ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Agreed. Great chemistry, great 'personality', great cinematography...just discovered these guys today and I'm a new fan for sure

  • @user-ok1eu4tn7l
    @user-ok1eu4tn7l 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

    The thing about eating southern food is it’s always satisfying and you attempt to find more room for the desserts.

    • @haskellyoung3121
      @haskellyoung3121 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      For real. You could be one bite from popping but still trying to make room for good dessert.

  • @jackskxllxngtxn
    @jackskxllxngtxn 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    I’m really proud of you. I come from Italians and I know how proud we are about how food is made and how it’s eaten. I find it hard to be so open to new cultures because I think about how wrong it was made. Very good job guys.

  • @AverytheCubanAmerican
    @AverytheCubanAmerican ปีที่แล้ว +125

    Pitting BBQ spots in different Southern states against each other will just lead to another civil war 😂. Love fried pickles! The crunch, the flavor from the dill, and the ranch to counter it is a perfect balance. Fried pickles, believe it or not, originate in ARKANSAS! First created in the summer of 1963 by the late Bernell Austin who owned the Duchess Drive-in. Austin's son David Smith said, "He thought, well there's got to be a way to cash in on that pickle. Of course this is the south, where did it go? In the deep-fryer." Genius move. The idea was originally a gimmick to drum-up business for the drive-in that was located across the highway from the Atkins Pickle Company, but from there it just became a Southern staple once it got popular at festivals.
    Although the drive-in closed in the late 60s, you can still get the fried pickle made with the original recipe (only his family know the recipe) at the Picklefest held annually in Atkins, Arkansas!

    • @05FLSTC
      @05FLSTC ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Tennessee is the best barbecue

    • @ShiningAndStarstruck
      @ShiningAndStarstruck ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@05FLSTC bless your heart

    • @05FLSTC
      @05FLSTC ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ShiningAndStarstruck Memphis barbecue is the best. My husband is from Tennessee. Bless your heart bitch

    • @ShiningAndStarstruck
      @ShiningAndStarstruck ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@05FLSTC I blessed you first hun. Tennessee will NEVER achieve that perfect smokiness and tenderness of the meat. Texas bbq ftw.

    • @desormais22
      @desormais22 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      God bless y’all for creating fried pickles!!! Lol. I hate regular pickles like alessio, but loooove fried pickles!!!

  • @emmaskantz
    @emmaskantz ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I'm watching this while eating my dinner in Spain wishing i'd be there trying all that delicious food! Your expressions were just amazing! 🤭😂

  • @stevenkeithcoulthard706
    @stevenkeithcoulthard706 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The most beautiful thing is, someone experiencing something NEW.... this is WHY I love travel... please, go experience every part of the globe and come back with these happy faces,

  • @dsa2591
    @dsa2591 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I was born and raised in the South, and I knew right away he was going to love the food. Just like Italian food, Southern food is not something to eat, it's an experience. Laughed out loud at your corncake "sandwich" with a pickle on top! I would do the same thing. Now you've made me want to make potato salad.

  • @suzannep8371
    @suzannep8371 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    He is like a happy little boy and we LOVE you both!! Suzanne UK 🇬🇧

    • @ThePasinis
      @ThePasinis  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      un abbraccio Suzanne❤️

    • @unclebee5674
      @unclebee5674 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He literally had tears in his eye. What a great couple though!

  • @Nimbus1701
    @Nimbus1701 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Love our BBQ in Texas, but to be 100% fair... we usually focus more on brisket here. I have had KC BBQ and some from the South (never tried white sauce though), and let me say that I am very proud and fortunate that BBQ is treated with such care and reverence in other southern states. Every bit I have tried has been fantastic and you can immediately tell the attention to detail these folks put in their food. I honestly don't have a particular favorite. Some people (regions) do ribs better, some do wings and chicken better, some do beef better, and some do pork better. I have never tried Hawaiian BBQ, but I hear they do fantastic pork too. That doesn't even include whole hog, which is another animal entirely (no pun intended). I am being 100% honest in saying BBQ is hands down the best food a person could eat in my opinion. Glad you guys enjoyed it, and just keep exploring. 👍

    • @snowflakehunter
      @snowflakehunter ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I am from North Texas. In my backyard I have three different types of smokers and you are making me want to start prepping a brisket! I usually reserve that for spring and summer outdoor gatherings. But on occasion I will cook one up for me or a friend.

    • @jordandale85
      @jordandale85 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      "I hear they do fantastic pork too. That doesn't even include whole hog, which is another animal entirely (no pun intended)." what? Did I miss something?

    • @aaronpatterson2369
      @aaronpatterson2369 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      1st texan ive heard that gives THE BBQ CAPITAL OF THE WORLD the credit it deserves. Kansas City is simply the best at BBQ. Texas brisket, tho...👍🏻

  • @chudbo8751
    @chudbo8751 8 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Glad a guy from a culture with excellent food can come here and enjoy the food where I grew up. :) One day I want to go to Italy and enjoy all their excellent dishes.

  • @Kazooten
    @Kazooten 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    That was awesome seeing him try our native foods. Italy is known for fabulous food so its a great compliment he liked most of the things he tried.

  • @DanRoberts-qd6sp
    @DanRoberts-qd6sp ปีที่แล้ว +31

    I couldn't agree more! Southern barbecue in the US is simply heavenly, and I'm from Brazil and we have an amazing barbecue culture and coincidently is also a southern tradition here. I'd never seen these two so amazed before. wow wow wow.

  • @jo-anntardif1090
    @jo-anntardif1090 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Loved all of this. Seeing him try the mashed potatoes w/ gravy reminded me of a story my mom told when she was dating my father. Both of his parents were born in Italy, so my dad was 1st generation in US. She said he would order a hamburger with mashed potatoes and gravy on the side because he didn't get that at home. She thought it funny that an Italian craved that of all things.

  • @V0ltron
    @V0ltron ปีที่แล้ว +7

    If he didn't even like pickles to begin with and STILL gave the fried pickles an 8/10, I completely believe her. 10/10.

  • @richardbwanika2166
    @richardbwanika2166 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Signore just realized that culinary sophistication is well and alive in the States. The food in America catches a lot of foreign foodies off guard (29 years ago I was one of them). This is the land of a million cultures. I love this country despite what anyone thinks about it!

  • @j.j.h.atemycereal
    @j.j.h.atemycereal ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I have so much respect for a guy who probably grew up eating the finest food in the world, and yet can appreciate and enjoy simple American fare like BBQ.

  • @randyslegacy99
    @randyslegacy99 ปีที่แล้ว +102

    I love how when Alessio gets surprised by new foods he loves he goes almost into a feeding frenzy.

    • @SharonRepici
      @SharonRepici ปีที่แล้ว +4

      As long as he isn't trying Americanized versions of Italian food.

  • @randyporter3491
    @randyporter3491 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Yep, as a native Texan who's family competes in bbq competitions, I can definitely complement Puckett's. Only been there once, but it was great. I think they use a fruitwood in the pits and some amazing custom rubs, which gives a really unique flavor profile. Love Apple & Cherry smoked meat, BUT.. if you love brisket and ribs, I have to speak up for Texas BBQ, which is hard to beat ! But as a Tennessean now, so I can love them both. This was a great video, just watching Alessio's reaction lol!

    • @brittywren2877
      @brittywren2877 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I love TX BBQ but I love all BBQ. Memphis dry rub is some of my favorite. But I do love a really good house sauce. I like to try BBQ wherever I go 😂😂😂

    • @deacongowan909
      @deacongowan909 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      KC is much better than Texas.

    • @aaronpatterson2369
      @aaronpatterson2369 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I see your too intimidated to come up here to the BBQ CAPITAL OF THE WORLD...KANSAS CITY.

    • @ms.one-town901
      @ms.one-town901 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@brittywren2877Memphis in the house! ♥️

  • @MegaCharger9
    @MegaCharger9 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I’ve traveled throughout Europe and the United States, it always amazes me that every meal that I had speaks to the history and culture of that region. It’s like eating your way through History. Sadly many people who travel to Europe or the United States don’t take the time to truly enjoy and appreciate it.

  • @deborahmoore3468
    @deborahmoore3468 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    I have been to Puckett’s and their food is amazing! You should go on a Friday or Saturday night when they have live music. My nephew Jon Mullins plays their often! Great food, great atmosphere, great music!💜💜

    • @encrypter46
      @encrypter46 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I don't think I'd want to be distracted from the food. I mean, if you look toward the music, the food might not get all the attention.

  • @mdgtexas
    @mdgtexas ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Looked so yummy! Brisket a little too lean for my taste, we got the moist (fatty) brisket! 😆 I had to throw in one for Texas.

    • @grantog123
      @grantog123 ปีที่แล้ว

      100%

    • @therev2100
      @therev2100 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Honestly, most of that Q looks kinda dry.

  • @theknowitall4090
    @theknowitall4090 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    And people wonder why we love this food in the south. So funny towards the end he is eating like a southerner. Using his hands, licking his fingers. I've been to 3 different countries in Europe and Cuba and I wouldn't trade my southern cuisine for any. Real southern food is BBQ, collards, cornbread, baked beans, fried green tomatoes, green beans, potato salad, pinto beans, fried chicken. You have southern food like Louisiana and the cajun food which is delicious but it is not traditional southern. Thanks for showing him "traditional" southern food from the Bible Belt which so many of us grew up on and still love today.

  • @lizmc.1031
    @lizmc.1031 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I am a Canadian, who grew ip in Texas as a child. Texas BBQ will ALWAYS be my favourite food. I always said Texas brisket would be my last meal. I cannot imagine anything tasting better than what i’ve had, but this looks great! Sadly I have yet to find BBQ restaurant in Canada that come close to Texas BBQ. Alessio, now “you get it”! 😂 Jessi well done teaching Alessio whats what!

  • @pablocruz62
    @pablocruz62 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This is my first video of you two. Perfect. Alessio, when Jessi started stacking that corn cake, I said to myself. And that is why he loves her.

  • @hadmatter9240
    @hadmatter9240 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I love seeing the reactions of foreigners to our quintessential cuisine. I just stumbled on this video, but I hope you, Alessio, have experienced all the different varieties of BBQ we Americans have to offer. I imagine (sadly, I've not had the chance to visit your beautiful country...yet) it's like travelling throughout Italy and trying out all the different regional pasta dishes.

  • @firebladetenn6633
    @firebladetenn6633 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I’m thrilled y’all liked the food. Feel free to travel more because different southern states have different types of BBQ.

  • @zoyo8903
    @zoyo8903 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I grew up in the South, and I have to remind myself a lot of times that people haven't tasted food like this before. All of these flavors are so normal (and still heavenly) to me that not knowing them just seems so strange. Keep it up, and best wishes!

  • @michaelmemmelaar4937
    @michaelmemmelaar4937 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Watching the way that Alessio enjoys that food is even better than enjoying it myself.

  • @Rita.R
    @Rita.R ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I live in Tennessee and have been to Franklin quite often. So glad you love our food.💙 my grandmother taught me to take pride in my cooking. The old saying she used was the way to a man's heart is through his stomach. Must work because I've been married 43 years now😂

  • @j1m1j3nkins5
    @j1m1j3nkins5 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm from Memphis and anybody that I meet from another country i take them for BBQ 100% of the time they think it's one of the best meals they've ever had. Koreans are always super impressed, and that's saying a lot Korean food is meat forward and hands down one of the best cultures for food in the world.

    • @j1m1j3nkins5
      @j1m1j3nkins5 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Also, my kid just came back from Florence, and she wants to go back and live there, because of the food.

  • @Bretde1
    @Bretde1 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I come from a new England Italian family that took a lot of pride in their food. We moved to texas 2 years ago...and let me tell you...southern BBQ is hands down the best food on the planet. It's not close

  • @MagnusUltor
    @MagnusUltor ปีที่แล้ว +32

    "Best barbecue in the United States." Mighty strong words.

  • @elaineford3598
    @elaineford3598 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    As an American who would love to go to Italy just to eat my way around the country, I can honestly say I'm surprised by his reactions. After all, when I think of Italy my mind immediately wanders to the wine and the food; the Italians are well known for their lovely cuisine. How refreshing to see they can appreciate our simple, down-home, American food. 10/10!! Love that you love it!!

  • @andrewschaepe4134
    @andrewschaepe4134 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Never had so much fun watching two people eat, thanks for the sunshine

    • @PurdueAlum01
      @PurdueAlum01 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Only problem they need twice the table size... drove me crazy with the empty table behind them. Scoot them together this is important stuff!

  • @milky_way5533
    @milky_way5533 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Nawwww THAT HAPPY DANCE at the end though 💃 🕺 ❤️

  • @robsutherland5744
    @robsutherland5744 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Wow. You impressed an Italian with American food. He'll, I'm going to write that down in MY journal.

  • @stevewilliams8559
    @stevewilliams8559 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I absolutely love this reaction!!! I love and cook Italian food but I'm Kentucky born and raised. When it comes to great food this just shows that there are no borders when it comes to great food, and no hang ups either. When it's good, its just GOOD!!!

  • @Rosachisp
    @Rosachisp ปีที่แล้ว +8

    It’s so nice seeing him so happy eating new things .

  • @christophercobb386
    @christophercobb386 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    What a lovely reaction, so wholesome and pure! The way an American reacts to authentic Italian food.

  • @peterhuehn6137
    @peterhuehn6137 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I remember my mom not wanting to try fried pickles but I talked her into it and now she wants them to be her last meal. The funny thing is she can only get them once a year at the state fair because to her no other fried pickles are as good.

  • @jaelabraham6127
    @jaelabraham6127 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Loved this! He's so expressive and excited about BBQ!

  • @stevenaleman7454
    @stevenaleman7454 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    These 2 are fun to watch and listen to in this video as they tasted and instantly fell in love with southern BBQ foods....you've motivated a bunch of us to take a trip this weekend to Puckett's...✌

  • @Silverleaf451
    @Silverleaf451 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    You guys are adorable with your happy dance. That food looks amazing. Thanks for sharing ☺️

  • @TheSouthernRustic
    @TheSouthernRustic ปีที่แล้ว +9

    It's the " a loss for words" that did it. Southern food is a whole other level of tasty. Lol. Bless his heart.

  • @mattswan90
    @mattswan90 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Only been to Puckett's once, you guys are really making me want to take a trip from Jersey back to Nashville area! It was incredible

  • @hellothere8811
    @hellothere8811 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You know it's good when all you hear is the clicking of silverware on the plates and folks smackin'! Those are the sounds a cook loves to "hear". 🥰

  • @johnmccarthy5752
    @johnmccarthy5752 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm in Northern Arizona but we're going to be in Virginia next month, I'm going to try to convince my wife into a stop in Tennessee. You guys are great

  • @jamiebryant8788
    @jamiebryant8788 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    We here in North Carolina, down south call the “pulled pork “ barbecue and most is us eat it with the slaw together and yes we fry almost everything! Our “pulled barbecue “ is usually pulled straight from the pig off the grill. We love our collards and beans! Enjoyed!

  • @bazzer124
    @bazzer124 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It's great when someone from another country gets to try and really enjoys US food. As a Navy vet who sailed to many countries, it was always a treat to try the local cuisine. It wasn't Italian food or Chinese food or French food or Thai food - it was just food and damn good! Saluti....

  • @2yoyoyo1Unplugged
    @2yoyoyo1Unplugged 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The secret to the meltiness and tenderness of American BBQ meat (especially southern style) is just how _long_ and _slow_ you smoke it. Not overdoing it with the heat, but totally immersing the meat in pressure and consistent heat.

  • @Tabfort
    @Tabfort ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I’ll say it once again…Italians don’t seem to care for America’s renditions of Italian food, but they really do appreciate straight up American food! Great video guys!🙂

  • @wendellgee11
    @wendellgee11 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Kansas City = best burnt ends, ribs, and sauce.
    Texas = best brisket, ribs, and beans.
    The South = best chicken, hands down! And best side dishes overall.

    • @fishguy911
      @fishguy911 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      As a Texan, I will agree with this list, with one exception . East Carolina whole hog is central Texas beef barbecue’s equal. As far as I’m concerned, those two are the kings of barbecue.

    • @aaronpatterson2369
      @aaronpatterson2369 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@fishguy911 ....KC says..."hold my beer"

    • @sleepforever3494
      @sleepforever3494 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@fishguy911 Lol, facts. I came to comment the same, Carolina pork is as good as it gets.

  • @siscokiddie3958
    @siscokiddie3958 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Anytime you see someone smile and start to laugh as they put food in their mouth, you know it is wonderful!

  • @GBelly-tf9sq
    @GBelly-tf9sq 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My mother was Italian and a fabulous cook. Her spaghetti sauce cooked for hours with italian sausages cut into like 2” lengths and homemade meatballs. Fennel is a key ingredient. Her lasagna was incredible. To this day I’ve never met a match, which is why it’s tough to order lasagna in restaurants. I was spoiled, as were my 9 siblings.

  • @beaumontmuni4294
    @beaumontmuni4294 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    wow! ... way awesome ... Alessio's expressions and honest evaluations on the food is fun to watch. You both know food and where to find it ... and to get his opinion being a true home grown Italian gives this a lot more credibility. You guys are fun to watch .. I love that happy dance at the end :) .. 👍👍

  • @ricky.3326
    @ricky.3326 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    His love for that food is so genuine.

  • @Robert-Harleyville
    @Robert-Harleyville 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Wow, what an absolute delight to watch you two enjoy your food so much. I think that was about the best video that I have seen on you tube. I'm glad you enjoyed your Southern BBQ so much it was such a joy to watch you two.

  • @thomasslagle5707
    @thomasslagle5707 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Even for me living in illinois in United States, I am completely jealous of Texas BBQ. The BBQ down there is like a whole culture and lifestyle. Served by some of the best people in the world. If I could go anywhere just to try food it would be Texas or Japan

  • @newgrl
    @newgrl ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The Brisket comes from just under the Chuck or neck area. It's just above the front legs. And on charts, it's actually called the Brisket area.

  • @fatcat-hc4pj
    @fatcat-hc4pj ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I could almost taste how good it was through your experience 😋

  • @tgfitzgerald
    @tgfitzgerald 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love our people and amazing food here in the South! Born and raised in NC and grew up pig pickin' (whole pig cooked on the grill all day), mac n cheese, slaw, baked beans, green beans with ham hocks, cornbread, banana pudding...we eat so good!! Love seeing people's first experience trying Southern soul food. I'm planning my first trip to Italy next year and can't wait to try authentic Italian dishes 😊

  • @billcole3669
    @billcole3669 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I try everything when traveling and then I try to recreate it when I return home.
    We are fortunate to have so many cultures in the US.
    In Florida, and Maine, I learned to enjoy seafood.
    I learned brisket and BBQ in Kansas City.
    Far east foods in Seattle and Vancouver.
    We are blessed!

  • @R.Sanchez--
    @R.Sanchez-- ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks for the great video, loved seeing y'all's reaction to great BBQ. I'm in San Antonio, TX and I'm sure other Texans will confirm, we're spoiled for choice for really really good BBQ all around us. You have to understand that you can drive 4 to five hours in just about any direction and still be in Texas. So a weekend daytrip driving to check out some great BBQ 2 hours away is an easy, fun and delicious weekend experience. Of course Texas is beef and brisket-centric, but the best pitmasters will also craft their own in house sausage. They'll have a signature blend unique to them and found no where else.

    • @aaronpatterson2369
      @aaronpatterson2369 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just a shame that texas bbq is near great as Kansas City bbq. KC is THE bbq capital of the world for a reason.

    • @R.Sanchez--
      @R.Sanchez-- ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@aaronpatterson2369 A shame? Mmm, no thankfully. Texas bbq doesn't lean on sauce. If imitation is truly the most sincere form of flattery that might explain why Texas style bbq is revered and imitated around the globe. Google Texas BBQ in Ireland, South Korea, and even domesticity in New York and the Carolinas. The best pitmasters let the BBQ speak for itself instead of hiding behind a sauce.

  • @jstar1000
    @jstar1000 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm watching this while fasting and I'm in Texas. SMH. I need some Hutchins BBQ! Its life changing.

  • @setaside2
    @setaside2 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Watching Alessio quite literally throw in the cultural towel while eating the sides was absolutely worth the price of admission. What a way to build a lasting relationship: exploration of community and country through a culinary bond. Brilliant.

  • @jeffreyjohn1691
    @jeffreyjohn1691 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow, Puckets sounds amazing. I absolutely love watching your videos. You both always put a smile on my face

  • @NatashaGraves555
    @NatashaGraves555 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Thank you for not comparing your bbq to our Texas bbq 😁😁😁

    • @aaronpatterson2369
      @aaronpatterson2369 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Texas bbq isnt that good. Mediocre at best. - says the official bbq capitol of the world Kansas City!

    • @NatashaGraves555
      @NatashaGraves555 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@aaronpatterson2369 Try eating at someone's backyard bbq not the restaurants 👍👍👍

    • @Egleu1
      @Egleu1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@NatashaGraves555 yea let's go to Texas and show up at a stranger's bbq

    • @NatashaGraves555
      @NatashaGraves555 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Egleu1 😂😂😂😂 yall are more than welcome to mine and my bf's lol

    • @Egleu1
      @Egleu1 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NatashaGraves555 where

  • @karenmar1529
    @karenmar1529 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    You two are the most fun to watch, makes me happy every single time. I'm so glad you enjoyed the bbq and had a 10 out of 10 meal experience. Your dance at the end was so cute. 🤠

  • @devinmaier4414
    @devinmaier4414 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The happiest of dances after eating food like that the expressions, your husband makes while enjoying actually flavorful food is something that I truly truly enjoy thank you both very much for how hard you guys work in making these videos and also thank you for showing that in Italian can come to this country and enjoy this country

  • @woodywandering
    @woodywandering ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Glad you guys liked it. If you ever make it to Austin Texas would love to show you some Texas Q. Love the happy Dance!!

  • @antoinettestern9813
    @antoinettestern9813 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I gotta put this out there: I'm a big fan of your channel and have watched many of your videos. But, you both seemed extra ethereal and super appreciative of the food in the Puckett's review, Great show, as always.

  • @rhodasimmons1644
    @rhodasimmons1644 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    As a Texan, when I cook a Texas style barbecue brisket, I was taught to use only a spice and herb rub. My Daddy would've taken me to the wood shed for a whipping if he had ever caught me putting BBQ sauce on meat while smoking/cooking it. Lol

  • @jeffgattis1925
    @jeffgattis1925 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Watching you match his gestures is hilarious. Both your faces tells the story.

  • @paulaswann6990
    @paulaswann6990 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Just love y'all. Great happy dance. Welcome to true southern cuisine.

  • @auntlynnie
    @auntlynnie ปีที่แล้ว +12

    It’s ok to be happy where you are, Alessio! NY will be here when you’re in need of another visit! ❤

    • @ThePasinis
      @ThePasinis  ปีที่แล้ว +6

      this message it is just ❤️