Antoni Porowski spent years as the resident food and wine expert aboard Netflix’s Emmy-winning reality series Queer Eye, entering people’s kitchens and tailoring perfect recipes to their lifestyles. However, for his first solo-hosting gig since bidding farewell to the Fab Five, he’s about to put his body to the test. This Sunday, he’ll begin visiting the most interesting and idyllic locales for the new National Geographic series, <em>Best of the World</em>, inspired by the long-running franchise of the same name, curating the top travel locations for whatever you’re searching for. Collider is thrilled to exclusively share a new sneak peek at the premiere episode that is less about showcasing a destination and more about teaching Porowski something he’s never done before — wrestling.

The footage takes the renowned chef to Arena Mexico to get a crash course from Persephone, one of the greatest female wrestlers in her country. She welcomes him into the ring in Marvel superhero fashion to teach him a few signature moves before her big match. Porowski is thankful he has good health insurance for what’s about to unfold as he learns how to get a fellow fighter into a headlock and how to take his opponent down when he’s already on the mat. Some of the high-flying, daring moves from these skilled wrestlers are a bit too risky for him to take on, but he does get to experience what it’s like to get bodyslammed by a professional. It’s all in good fun, though, and all smiles as he thanks Persephone and her colleagues for putting him through the wringer.

As shown in the sneak peek, Best of the World isn’t just a guidebook, but an adventure to reach the beating heart of each location alongside Porowski. His travels will take him from Mexico City to Paris, London, and even his home, New York City, in a search for authentic experiences in both the most famous landmarks and diamonds in the rough that deserve to be recognized. From the best spots to eat to the greatest views, and one-of-a-kind activities, he’ll embrace his adventurous side to truly get a feel for the culture and people that define an area. The goal is to put human stories, like that of Persephone, first and foremost, and revel in the overlooked aspects of a place in a feel-good reality package.

ABeing part of something larger than myself — a cause, a rebellion, a fight for freedom that outlasts me.
BThe journey itself — the places I’ll go, the companions beside me, the world I’ll discover on the way.
CLearning — unlocking what I’m capable of, understanding the world’s hidden mechanics, growing into something more.
DLegacy — the name I leave behind, the power I build, the mark I make before the world moves on without me.
EUnderstanding — exploring what exists beyond the horizon and asking what it means to be alive in a universe this vast.

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Which kind of world do you most want to inhabit?
The environment shapes who you become. Choose carefully.