In the Season 5 premiere, host John Catucci discovers the ultimate Japanese comfort food at Toronto's Kinton Ramen. Also: He explores the yummy offerings at Summit Café in Stony Mountain, Man.; and learns to make traditional bannock with a burger twist in Dryden, Ont.

The secret to great barbecue is uncovered in Sault Ste. Marie, Ont.; John discovers the international flavors of Philippine cooking at Casa Manila in Toronto; and gets a taste of Buffalo's legendary beef on weck while visiting Charlie the Butcher.