Chef Michael Van de Elzen and his trusty 1970 Bedford truck are back! This year, Michael takes on international classics that are kiwi faves. But will the public agree?
EP2 Japanese GrillJun 16, 2013
Chef Michael Van de Elzen tackles the challenge of making Japanese food even healthier than its reputation, backed up with a quirky pop-up Yakitori bar at the Auckland Seafood Festival.
EP3 Argentinean BBQJun 23, 2013
Chef Michael Van de Elzen gets some barbecuing tips on a Waiheke Marae to recreate that smoky meaty flavour at the famous Rotorua A and P show.
EP4 Little ItalyJun 30, 2013
Michael Van de Elzen tries to recreate a romantic, pop-up, sit in Italian dining experience down a hidden Auckland alleyway.
EP5 Spanish TapasJul 07, 2013
Michael Van de Elzen teams up with the folks from Yealands Estate Wines to match their wines with his Spanish tapas at the Marlborough Food and Wine Festival.
EP6 Return To ChinaJul 14, 2013
Chef Michael Van de Elzen tries yet again to win over the Chinese with his vege packed Chinese takeaways at the Auckland Lantern Festival.
EP7 Middle East FeastJul 21, 2013
Michael Van de Elzen decides to learn from the best Kebab makers in Wellington how to create delicious Middle Eastern inspired food, before trying to beat them at their own game.
EP8 Polynesian CuisineJul 28, 2013
Chef Michael Van de Elzen has a new challenge taking on Polynesian food which is already hugely popular with the masses at Manukau's famous Polyfest.
EP9 German OrderAug 04, 2013
Chef Michael Van de Elzen has to think outside of the box on how to create healthy German takeaways for the hungry crowds at the Auckland Beer Festival.
EP10 Thai TemptationsAug 11, 2013
Michael Van de Elzen creates a healthy Thai menu.
EP11 Mexican StandoffAug 18, 2013
Chef Michael Van De Elzen emabarks on creating a delicious and healthy mexican feast.
EP12 American ClassicsAug 25, 2013
Michael Van De Elzen takes on American classic dishes and tries to make them as healthy as they are delicious.
EP13 Easy VietnameseSep 01, 2013
Chef Michael Van de Elzen attempts to make Vietnamese cuisine even healthier at the bustling Auckland Glenfield Night Markets.