The Simpsons season 29 episode 18 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Homer's quest to break a pickled egg eating record at Moe's leads to selling their car, which ends up in a demolition derby. Meanwhile, tension brews between Homer and Grampa over long-held secrets related to Homer's mother and her recipes. Attempts to mend their relationship, including an escape room adventure, culminate in a dramatic cliffside moment. The episode resolves with the rediscovery of the cherished recipes in a local restaurant, offering a bittersweet closure to Homer's childhood memories.
Full Episode S29E18 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What challenge does Homer attempt at Moe's bar?
Homer attempts to break a record by eating pickled eggs.
What happens after Homer's egg challenge?
He vomits the eggs and has a mishap with a light pole outside.
Why does Homer sell the family car?
To deal with the aftermath of his mishap outside Moe's bar.
How does Marge react to their old car in the demolition derby?
She is emotionally affected by seeing their old car being destroyed.
What causes tension between Homer and Grampa?
A secret from the past involving Homer's childhood and his mother's recipes.
What was Grampa's confession about the recipes?
He admitted to throwing away Homer's cherished recipes from his mother.
How does the family try to resolve Homer and Abe's conflict?
They attempt reconciliation through an escape room and other family activities.
What climactic event occurs between Homer and Abe?
Abe tries to retrieve the lost recipes, leading to a dangerous cliffside situation.
How are the lost recipes eventually found?
A local restaurant had been using the recipes for years after they fell off a cliff.
What resolution is reached at the end of the episode?
The family resolves some issues, and Homer receives a new (old) car.
