The Detour with David Chang Season 1
The Detour with David Chang follows the acclaimed chef, restaurateur and author in his pursuit of no-frills but unforgettable eats on the open road. In the age of influencers, algorithms and listicles, Chang cuts through the noise on a classic American road trip following local leads and friends' recommendations to his next meal. Each episode represents a different leg of Chang's journey, pairing him with a new travel companion and a new culinary adventure.
The The Detour with David Chang Season 1 finale airs Saturday, October 17, 2026 on CNN.
The The Detour with David Chang Season 1 finale airs Saturday, October 17, 2026 on CNN.
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Episodes
- 1
Nashville to Madisonville with Christina Tosi source at TVmaze
David Chang and longtime friend Christina Tosi, founder of Milk Bar, make a pilgrimage to the legendary Benton's smokehouse in Madisonville, Tennessee that helped shape their early careers. The two eat everything they see along the way.
- 2
LA to Vegas with Cord Jefferson source at TVmaze
Many have made the drive from LA to Las Vegas in search of fortune, glory, and… other vices. David Chang and Oscar-winner Cord Jefferson are heading into the desert to show that Vegas might just be the best eating city in America.
- 3
Dallas to San Antonio with Cristela Alonzo source at TVmaze
David Chang is driving through Texas to find out what's new with barbecue, while his companion, comedian and Texas native Cristela Alonzo, introduces him to her side of the Lone Star State and the cuisine she grew up eating.
- 4
Sonoma to the Pacific with Chris Ying source at TVmaze
David Chang joins best friend and creative partner Chris Ying for a wine-soaked romp through Northern California, where Chris tries to convince Chang to love the region's cuisine as they debate whether Mother Nature is behind its quality.
- 5
Pittsburgh to Philly with Gillian Jacobs source at TVmaze
After being called out for writing off Pittsburgh's food scene, David Chang meets up with a native, actress Gillian Jacobs, to see what else he's got wrong. They then head to Philly to visit his favorite food spots, in a tale of two cities.
- 6
Miami to Key West with Eric Andre source at TVmaze
David Chang is dead set on visiting the Florida Keys without stopping in Miami, but actor and comedian Eric Andre blows up the itinerary and leads him on adventure through Jewish delis, Haitian kitchens, rum bars, and alligator farms.
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- David Chang
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“September 20: The Detour with David Chang on CNN”
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Season premiere date announced: September 20, 2026