The Great Food Truck Race
Overview
The Great Food Truck Race, hosted by Tyler Florence, debuted on Food Network on August 15, 2010. This engaging reality series pits food truck teams against each other as they traverse various locations, testing their culinary skills and business acumen. Each season, contestants face challenges that push their creativity and resourcefulness to the limit. The fourth season kicked off on August 18, 2013, continuing the excitement and competition. With its blend of food, strategy, and adventure, the show captures the spirit of entrepreneurship in the culinary world.
Episodes
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1
Pilot
The entrance of stage-savvy Courtney Scott puts Hunter Fallow, the leading star of "Grosse Pointe," on edge and ignites romantic feelings in one of he...
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2
Thieves Like Us
Hunter persuades a hesitant Marcy to assist her in undermining Courtney’s performances by making silly faces just out of the camera's view. However,...
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3
Prelude to a Kiss
Hunter is thrown into a panic when she discovers that next week’s script includes a kiss between her character's boyfriend, played by Quentin, and C...
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4
Devil in a Blue Dress
Hunter lands an audition with Oliver Stone but feels uncertain when she discovers that gaining weight might be necessary for the role. When she expres...
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5
Halloween
In a lackluster Halloween-themed episode, the characters step into the roles of vampire hunters. Following her recovery from an on-set mishap, Marcy d...
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6
Mommie Dearest
Hunter is thrilled when she convinces Rob to give her mother, Helena, a chance to appear in a small role after her recovery from alcoholism. However, ...
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7
Sleeping with the Enemy
Title: Sleeping with the Enemy Plot: When tabloids claim that Helena and Quentin are more than just friends, Hunter becomes enraged—especially sinc...
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8
Satisfaction
Tensions rise among the cast and crew when the new producer insists on filming an explicit sex scene. Marcy voices her concerns about her lack of expe...
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9
Boys on the Side
Title: Boys on the Side Plot: Courtney's charismatic boyfriend creates quite a buzz during filming, while Johnny finds himself obligated to take a yo...
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10
Puppet Master
Hunter and Courtney compete for the interest of Jonah, Hunter's former boyfriend, who is on set to direct an episode. Meanwhile, Dave and Marcy discov...
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11
Star Wars
Following a dramatic outburst on set, Hunter files a restraining order against Quentin. Meanwhile, Courtney participates in a Japanese commercial but ...
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12
Barenaked in America
Courtney's privacy is shattered when a magazine releases nude images of her without consent, sparking outrage among the cast and crew. At the same tim...
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13
Secrets and Lies
Title: Deceptions and Truths Plot: As Hunter and Dave navigate a close yet distinctly non-romantic connection, Marcy delves into her Jewish roots, at...
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14
The End of the Affair
Dave is gearing up to end his relationship with Hunter, but Hunter's behavior complicates matters even further.
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15
Opposite of Sex
Jason Priestley takes on the role of sponsor for the newest member of Sex Addicts Anonymous, Quentin. Meanwhile, Marcy becomes increasingly anxious ab...
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16
Passion Fish
Sarah Michelle Gellar decides to join the show, but insists that her character shares a kiss with Marcy's. This sparks speculation about Gellar's sexu...
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17
My Best Friend's Wedding
Hunter stuns everyone when she reveals her engagement to Dweezil Zappa, whom she just met a day earlier. They decide to tie the knot that Saturday. To...
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Venice Beach Brawl
In the Season 5 premiere, eight teams gather in Santa Barbara, California, eager to win their own food truck. Their initial task is to establish thei...
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2
Hot Doggin' It in Tucson
Upon arriving in Tucson, the teams are tasked with devising innovative marketing strategies. They must not only put a unique spin on a beloved local ...
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3
Dinner Dates, Austin Style
The food trucks team up for a Match.com event in Austin, and the following day, they swap vehicles to serve each other's specialties. As the competiti...
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4
High Steaks in OKC
As the teams touch down in Oklahoma City, they face a challenge that will put their time-management abilities to the ultimate test. They must dive i...
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5
St. Louis Upsell
The last four teams make their way to St. Louis, where they are welcomed with a challenge centered around a high-end food item. The following day, the...
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6
Shrimpin' Ain't Easy
As the competition heats up in Mobile, Alabama, only three teams are left standing. Host Tyler Florence sets the stage for a culinary showdown, urgin...
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7
Finale at Mile 0 — Winning Keys in Key West
In the Season 5 finale, the last two teams head to Florida, where they will showcase everything they’ve learned during the competition. As they comp...
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A Family Affair
The competition begins with a funnel cake eating contest at a theme park in Los Angeles. The families face their initial challenge of crafting a signa...
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2
Things Get Berry Interesting
At the California Strawberry Festival in Ventura County, the teams face the task of creating one sweet and one savory dish featuring locally-sourced s...
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3
An Egg-cellent Adventure
The last four family food truck teams travel to Santa Barbara Wine Country, where they encounter a unique challenge featuring ostriches. As they start...
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The Big 'Not So Easy'
In the vibrant streets of New Orleans' French Quarter, seven ambitious teams eager to launch their own food trucks gather for an exciting challenge ho...
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New Marching Orders
The six remaining teams arrive at Naval Air Station Pensacola in Florida, where they receive their next challenge. The top-performing teams from the f...
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3
Sweet Home Alabama
The last five food trucks roll into Tuscaloosa, Alabama, where they’re greeted by Tyler Florence and pastry chef Jan Moon, who present them with a c...
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4
Hot Chicken in the City
Tyler Florence surprises the four remaining food truck teams with a taste of Nashville's renowned hot chicken, prepared by local chef Aqui Hines from ...
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5
Fresh Off the Farm
The last three food truck teams reach a peach farm in Athens, GA, where they encounter Tyler Florence and local chef Mimi Maumus. For their first chal...
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The Race Through Savannah
The last two food truck teams arrive in Savannah, where Tyler Florence kicks off the first challenge by switching things up with pedicabs instead of t...
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Wagons Ho!
Seven teams arrive at a cattle ranch near Los Angeles to tackle their initial challenge. To earn their seed money and the keys to the truck, each team...
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Shrimp and Glitz
Tyler Florence greets the competing teams in vibrant Las Vegas, presenting them with a challenge centered around a local favorite: shrimp. Each food ...
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An Oasis in the Desert
In Phoenix, Arizona, the trucks gather at a Sonic Drive-In for a unique challenge where they must create a savory dish inspired by Sonic's iconic beve...
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Rumble on the Boardwalk
Nine teams gather at the Myrtle Beach boardwalk in South Carolina, where Tyler Florence tasks them with crafting the ultimate portable summer dish. On...
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Back Nine Barbecue
Eight food truck crews gather at the renowned Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton Head Island, S.C., where they find Tyler Florence stationed at the 18...
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3
Fast and Furious
As the seven remaining teams speed towards the finish line at Daytona International Speedway, Tyler Florence greets the food trucks in Florida. He set...
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4
Tampa 911
In Tampa, Florida, six food truck teams gather with Tyler Florence, only to be taken aback when a fleet of police cars pulls up with their sirens blar...
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Burger Brawl
In Fort Myers, Florida, Tyler Florence presents a daunting gator-themed challenge to the five remaining food truck teams. They must elevate their cul...
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Shake Showdown
Tyler Florence challenges the last four food truck teams to toss javelins, which will decide their protein source for an upcoming skewer competition....
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Miami Meltdown
In Miami, Florida, Tyler Florence delves into the dynamics of the final three food truck teams. As he interacts with each group, they face off in chal...
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8
Key Lime Clash
In the vibrant setting of Key West, Florida, Tyler Florence encounters the last two food trucks as they compete fiercely against each other. The teams...
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Blizzard Brawl
In the snowy town of Wolfeboro, New Hampshire, five ambitious food truck teams launch the season. Tyler Florence sets the stage with a challenge that ...
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Candy Cane Clash
In Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Tyler Florence challenges the last four food trucks to whip up festive lunches for 70 discerning VIP judges, who prove ...
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We Three Trucks
Tyler Florence throws a festive challenge at the three food truck crews, tasking them with decorating a tree and racing down a snowy slope on tubes. T...
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New Champ in Newport
Tyler Florence gathers the last two food truck teams at a lively farmers market in Newport, Rhode Island, where the competition heats up. As the team...
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First-Class Food Fight
Tyler Florence starts the competition in Los Angeles, renowned as the food truck capital of the world. Seven teams of food truck operators face the ta...
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Food Trucks Ahoy!
As the competition heats up in San Diego, the six remaining teams are greeted by Tyler Florence, who sets a demanding team challenge featuring a slip...
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Hustle in the Heat
In the sweltering sun of Palm Springs, California, food truck crews face not only soaring temperatures but also their own anxieties as they take on ...
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4
Viva Las Food Trucks!
Tyler Florence joins the last four food trucks in Las Vegas, where the competition becomes more intense than ever. The teams must think outside the bo...
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Mission: Santa Barbara
In the picturesque setting of Santa Barbara, California, Tyler Florence challenges the last three food truck teams at an expansive avocado farm. The ...
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6
Hollywood Homecoming
In the season finale, the last two food truck teams head back to the competition's origin for a climactic showdown in Los Angeles. Tyler Florence welc...
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Battle for the North
In the rugged wilderness of Alaska, seven eager food truck teams embark on the most thrilling season of the Great Food Truck Race yet. At Flattop Moun...
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Fire and Ice
Tyler Florence puts the six remaining food truck teams to the test, challenging them to ignite a fire and whip up scrumptious s'mores, with their fell...
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3
Alaskan Alliance
The five food truck teams face a challenging test as they venture into deep-sea fishing to secure their seed money from Tyler Florence. The harsh Alas...
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Gold Rush
The last four teams sift through the river for gold to secure their initial funds, with some quickly gaining an advantage in their shopping and sellin...
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5
Frostbite
In the frigid and isolated landscape of Talkeetna, Alaska, three teams compete in an intense scavenger hunt for prized chaga mushrooms. As they devis...
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Fairbanks Finale
In the thrilling conclusion, the last two teams converge with Tyler Florence in the wilds of Fairbanks, Alaska, facing unprecedented challenges and de...
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Welcome Back, Winners
Seven exceptional food truck teams gather at San Francisco's iconic Fisherman's Wharf for the Great Food Truck Race All-Stars, hosted by Tyler Florenc...
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Old-School Selling
In the heart of Napa Valley, California, the final six food truck teams face off in an exciting grape-stomping challenge that comes with a twist. Hos...
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Lost in the Redwoods
In a breathtaking grove of California's towering redwoods, host Tyler Florence presents the five remaining food truck teams with a challenge to sourc...
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Beach Bite Battle
The final four food truck teams gather with host Tyler Florence on the sandy shores to whip up their unique beach-inspired snacks. The judges will gra...
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5
Delivery Nightmare
Inside the famed Chase Center, where the Golden State Warriors play, the last three food truck teams face a unique challenge: they must make baskets ...
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All-Star Finale
The final two all-star food truck teams go head-to-head in a showdown featuring unique ingredients sourced from Chinatown. During the climactic taste ...
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Laguna Beach Heat
Tyler Florence kicks off an intense culinary competition in Laguna Beach, California, bringing together nine food truck teams vying for the title of ...
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Hot Season, Cold Location
Eight teams roll into town for a fierce competition, but it's the sweltering heat of Los Angeles that's really putting them to the test. Special guest...
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No Time to Swap
Seven teams land in Venice Beach, California, eager to showcase their culinary skills. Chef Antonia Lofaso tasks them with creating a signature dish t...
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4
Teams Fall Apart From Within
In Redondo Beach, California, the renowned food truck Seoul Sausage, an all-star season runner-up, puts the teams to the test by asking them to create...
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5
Who Are the Secret Eaters?
The culinary contest intensifies in Manhattan Beach, California, as Tyler Florence puts five food trucks to the test, urging them to wow a panel of co...
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Dunes Day
The final four food trucks journey to Glamis, California, where they compete in a thrilling race down the sand dunes for a chance to select their de...
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7
Close to the Finish Line
At the Grand Prix of Long Beach, California, the three remaining food trucks join Tyler Florence for a challenge where they must craft a dish inspired...
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San Diego Showdown
In a thrilling showdown at a San Diego brewery, the last two teams face off by crafting dishes inspired by each other's signature items. After samplin...
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This Is Food Truck Heaven?
In a groundbreaking twist for The Great Food Truck Race, Tyler Florence sets the stage for an intense showdown between four experienced food truck vet...
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Meet Mookie
Eight food truck teams are in for a surprise when Tyler Florence introduces baseball superstar and two-time All-Star Mookie Betts at a little league f...
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3
Team-plosion
As seven teams tackle their third round of grueling tasks in Los Angeles, the pressure mounts. A truck catches the eye of renowned actor Kumail Nanji...
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4
Can They Do That?
A truck stuns the other competitors by swapping in a previously eliminated team member. Meanwhile, a rookie truck devises a strategy to eliminate one ...
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5
Ready, Jet, Go
Celebrity Chef Jet Tila joins Tyler Florence in challenging five teams to create dishes that showcase their culinary roots, with a special reward for ...
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6
Family Food
Evanice Holz, the champion from last season representing Señoreata Food Truck, throws down the gauntlet to the four remaining teams, tasking them wit...
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7
Need for Speed
When a crucial team member falls ill, one food truck is left to function with just two people, putting them in a tough position. Culinary expert Chef ...
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Final Showdown
As the finale approaches with only two trucks remaining, each team decides to swipe a dish from their rival's menu and put their own spin on it for t...
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Let the Games Begin
Tyler Florence invites nine food trucks to the NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas, kicking off their thrilling nine-city journey along Americ...
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Justin Time
Tyler Florence leads eight teams to Galveston, Texas, where baseball legend Justin Turner evaluates their culinary creations in a Ballpark Bites chall...
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3
Pirates' Booty
Tyler Florence stirs up excitement in Lake Charles, Louisiana, as he challenges the teams to raid each other's food trucks, all under the watchful eye...
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Highway Robbery
Tyler Florence takes the teams to Biloxi, Mississippi, where they aim to generate impressive sales. One team faces challenges but ultimately unites an...
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5
Attack of the Tag Teams
Tyler Florence enlists All Elite Wrestling tag teams The Acclaimed and The Gunns to participate in a fierce showdown with food trucks in Pascagoula, M...
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Mardi Gras Moola
In Mobile, Alabama, four teams gather with Tyler Florence, eager to cash in on the bustling Mardi Gras festivities. However, they quickly discover th...
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Beach Battle Royale
In Panama City, Florida, three teams go all out, determined to secure their spot in the finale. Tyler Florence introduces a surprise challenge that gr...
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South Beach Showdown
In Fort Meyers, Florida, two finalists from the food truck competition team up with Tyler Florence for an exhilarating day of selling and facing vario...
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Surviving Savannah
Tyler Florence launches an exhilarating journey across eight cities, beginning in Savannah, where nine food trucks set off along the Southern Atlanti...
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Crushing Charleston
In Charleston, S.C., seven food trucks roll in as Chef Kardea Brown takes a tough stance judging their Gullah Geechee cuisine creations. Host Tyler Fl...
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Son of a Myrtle Beach
Tyler Florence brings the food trucks to the vibrant Myrtle Beach boardwalk in South Carolina, setting the stage for intense culinary competition. On...
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Wilmington Revenge
In Wilmington, N.C., host Tyler Florence sets the stage for a showdown as two teams with a deep-seated grudge aim to resolve their issues. Simultaneo...
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Darlington Dash
In this thrilling episode, host Tyler Florence presents the food truck teams with an extraordinary chance to race around the iconic Darlington Racewa...
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Yes, Virginia, There Is a Beach
In this episode, host Tyler Florence takes the teams to Virginia Beach, Virginia, where one group's history resurfaces just as they deliver their bes...
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Bad News in Newport News
In Newport News, Va., the last three teams are oblivious to the fact that host Tyler Florence is secretly monitoring their food truck operations in a ...
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Norfolk Fork-Off
Host Tyler Florence launches the thrilling finale featuring the two most successful teams from Great Food Truck Race battling it out in a high-stakes ...
