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Rhode Island: Calamari

Host Misha Collins hits the highways and byways of America, exploring uniquely American dishes in each episode of Roadfood: Discovering America One Dish at a Time. Meeting local cooks, pit-masters, bakers and proprietors of local eating establishments, Misha explores the roots of each dish. He also meets and talk with locals who savor the dish to learn about their community, history, and values.

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Rhode Island: Calamari

Season 1 Episode 103 | 26m 46s | CC

Ever heard of a state appetizer? Unless you live in Rhode Island, the answer is likely no, as this tiny state is the first -- and only -- to pursue this particular display of state pride. But the story of the calamari industry in Rhode Island is surprisingly rich, with many layers to bite into.

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