Rick Stein embarks on a new gastronomic road trip from Venice to Istanbul through the countries of the former Byzantine Empire - a melting pot of East and West. Show more

In the Byzantine city of Ravenna Rick Stein discovers Piadinas, street food dating back to Roman times before crossing the Adriatic Sea to Croatia. Show more

Rick Stein continues his Byzantine odyssey through Croatia and savours the famous native oysters of Ston. He then crosses the border to Albania. Show more

Rick Stein's gastronomic journey from Venice to Istanbul brings him to Northern Greece and the historic city of Ioannina. Show more

Continuing his journey from Venice to Istanbul, Rick Stein arrives in the Greek Peloponnese and samples some memorable dishes and the best home-made moussaka he's ever had. Show more

Rick Stein's epic journey from Venice to Istanbul is nearing its completion as he leaves southern Greece for the shores of western Turkey. Show more

Rick Stein's culinary odyssey has brought him from historic Venice to the legendary city of Istanbul, where he arrives in time for the bluefish season. Show more