I Served Roadkill To Food Influencers Without Telling Them

The Roadkill Hunt Begins00:00:00

Max meets roadkill experts Janet and Kenneth in New Jersey to embark on a 24-hour quest to find fresh roadkill, including deer, for a secret pop-up restaurant project.

Gathering Ingredients00:03:31

The group scours rural roads, learning about the ethics and legalities of harvesting roadkill. After several attempts, they successfully find a fresh deer along with a raccoon, which they decide to use for their menu.

Preparation and Setup00:09:29

Max returns to a restaurant in New York City and establishes 'O'Deer,' a pop-up kitchen. He enlists professional chefs to help cook the roadkill, keeping the true nature of the ingredients a secret.

Serving the Influencers00:11:33

Influencers arrive for a tasting menu consisting of venison bao buns, raccoon and venison sliders, and pan-fried venison steak. The guests generally enjoy the dishes, despite occasional comments about the meat being tough.

The Reveal00:15:18

Max reveals to the influencers that the meal they just consumed was made from roadkill found on the side of the highway. While the initial reaction is shock and awkwardness, the guests ultimately accept the experience.