# Guy Fieri‘s Austin Obsession Continues with KG BBQ Feature on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Austin, Texas is rapidly becoming a culinary hotspot for Guy Fieri and his popular Food Network show, Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. The show will spotlight KG BBQ in Season 42,Episode 8,titled “Global Mashup,” marking at least the fifth Austin restaurant to be featured this season.
The upcoming episode, set to air on Friday, November 21, at 9 p.m. ET, will showcase the unique offerings of KG BBQ, a food truck specializing in Egyptian BBQ. According to the episode description, the restaurant is “crankin’ out the-bomb brisket with a turmeric-and-tahini twist, plus fully loaded lamb mac.”
KG BBQ’s pitmaster, Kareem El-Ghayesh, has quickly gained national recognition for his innovative approach to barbecue. His on-screen presence has led to appearances on other prominent food programs, including Barbecue Showdown on Netflix and The State of BBQ: A Texas Monthly Special on PBS. Just two weeks prior, on October 15, El-Ghayesh shared his expertise in a video for bon Appétit magazine’s YouTube channel, demonstrating how to prepare pork ribs and a signature pomegranate-seed garnish.[[https://www.youtube.com/@bonappetit]
The acclaim doesn’t stop there. KG BBQ recently had its Bib Gourmand award renewed by the Texas Michelin Guide, a distinction recognizing restaurants offering exceptional quality at a reasonable price. One analyst noted that the award signifies a commitment to both culinary excellence and value.
For those still questioning the identity of the featured food truck, a swift glance at the menu confirms El-Ghayesh’s signature “Egyptian mac and cheese,” complete with pulled lamb shoulder, and his brisket rice bowl, infused with turmeric and tahini.
This latest feature builds on a strong showing for Austin restaurants on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives this season. Recent appearances include Bouldin Creek Cafe, known for its en
why is this happening? Austin’s burgeoning food scene, known for its fusion cuisine and innovative chefs, is attracting national attention. Who is involved? Guy Fieri and the production team of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives are responsible for selecting and featuring KG BBQ. Kareem El-Ghayesh, the pitmaster, is the central figure in the episode. What is happening? KG BBQ will be featured on the November 21st episode of Diners,Drive-Ins and Dives,showcasing its Egyptian-inspired barbecue. How did it end? The episode will air on Friday, November 21st at 9 p.m. ET, with an encore presentation at midnight ET as part of a 10.5-hour marathon. The long-term impact remains to be seen, but previous features have substantially boosted restaurant visibility.
Fans can catch the episode’s encore presentation three hours later, at midnight ET, as part of a 10-and-a-half-hour marathon of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. The increasing frequency of Austin restaurants on the show suggests a growing national interest in the city’s diverse and innovative culinary scene.
