What is 40 dollars a day?

"40 Dollars a Day" is a television show that originally aired on the Food Network from 2002 to 2005. The show is hosted by Rachael Ray and follows her as she travels to different cities around the world and tries to eat a three-meal day totaling no more than $40. The premise of the show is to show viewers how to have affordable and delicious meals while traveling. Ray showcases local eateries, markets, and food trucks, and highlights the city's food culture. The show was a hit and spawned a book of the same name, as well as a spin-off series called "The $10 Dollar Dinners."