John heads to Toronto to count down the 100 layers on a sky-high, pan-fried lasagna; he treks to Chicago to meet the baron of Midwestern BBQ and dig his fork into an award-winning brisket; and a brunch bowl chock full of West African flavors.

John flies to Courtenay, BC to dive into the seafood on offer and dip his spoon into their seafood chowder; in Boston, Mass., John gets some avocado toast with a Mexican twist.