Season 3 2013

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?

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.

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.

Michael Van de Elzen tries to recreate a romantic, pop-up, sit in Italian dining experience down a hidden Auckland alleyway.

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.

Chef Michael Van de Elzen tries yet again to win over the Chinese with his vege packed Chinese takeaways at the Auckland Lantern Festival.

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.

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.

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.

Michael Van de Elzen creates a healthy Thai menu.

Chef Michael Van De Elzen emabarks on creating a delicious and healthy mexican feast.

Michael Van De Elzen takes on American classic dishes and tries to make them as healthy as they are delicious.

Chef Michael Van de Elzen attempts to make Vietnamese cuisine even healthier at the bustling Auckland Glenfield Night Markets.