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The Detour with David Chang

COMING SEPTEMBER 20

The Detour with David Chang follows the acclaimed chef, restaurateur and author in his pursuit of no-frills but unforgettable eats on the open road. In the age of influencers, algorithms and listicles, Chang cuts through the noise on a classic American road trip following local…

Series·CNN·September 20, 2026·Food · Travel

ABOUT THE SERIES

The Detour with David Chang follows the acclaimed chef, restaurateur and author in his pursuit of no-frills but unforgettable eats on the open road. In the age of influencers, algorithms and listicles, Chang cuts through the noise on a classic American road trip following local leads and friends' recommendations to his next meal. Each episode represents a different leg of Chang's journey, pairing him with a new travel companion and a new culinary adventure.

EPISODE RELEASE SCHEDULE

2 episodes premiere on September 20, 2026, with new episodes following through October 4, 2026.

September 20, 2026

Nashville to Madisonville with Christina Tosi

60 minutes

David Chang and longtime friend Christina Tosi, founder of Milk Bar, make a pilgrimage to the legendary Benton's smokehouse in Madisonville, Tennessee that helped shape their early careers. The two eat everything they see along the way.

September 20, 2026

La to Vegas with Cord Jefferson

60 minutes

Many have made the drive from LA to Las Vegas in search of fortune, glory, and… other vices. David Chang and Oscar-winner Cord Jefferson are heading into the desert to show that Vegas might just be the best eating city in America.

September 27, 2026

Dallas to San Antonio with Cristela Alonzo

60 minutes

David Chang is driving through Texas to find out what's new with barbecue, while his companion, comedian and Texas native Cristela Alonzo, introduces him to her side of the Lone Star State and the cuisine she grew up eating.

September 27, 2026

Miami to Key West with Eric Andre

60 minutes

David Chang is dead set on visiting the Florida Keys without stopping in Miami, but actor and comedian Eric Andre blows up the itinerary and leads him on adventure through Jewish delis, Haitian kitchens, rum bars, and alligator farms.

October 4, 2026

TBA

60 minutes
October 4, 2026

TBA

60 minutes

CAST AND PARTICIPANTS

David ChangChef

RELEASE DETAILS

Premiere
September 20, 2026
Where
CNN
Format
Series
Episodes
6
Runtime
60 minutes per episode
Schedule
Sunday
Genres
Food · Travel

YOUR KIND OF WATCH?

A pick for viewers who enjoy real personalities and unscripted drama.

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