Why is he famous?
Alton Brown shot Food Network’s first-ever movie,
Feasting On Asphalt, which combines
Easy Rider with informative cooking shows. In
Feasting On Asphalt, Alton travels across America with only his motorcycle, a few buddies and the clothes on his back. He rediscovers the disappearing people, places and stories of great American road food.
Alton Brown interview - AskMen.com