Preview: R-E-S-P-E-C-T the Butterbean
In this episode, Vivian and Ben are on the cusp of opening their new restaurant.
Preview: Shrimp Sells
Premiering October 11: A family beach trip turns competitive for Vivian and her sisters.
Blueberry Cobbler with a Cornmeal Sugar Cookie Crust
Vivian and her mom make an old favorite -- homemade blueberry cobbler.
Preview: Blueberries and Boiling Over
Season 2 kicks off as Vivian and Ben go all-in on a 2nd restaurant.
Season 2 Preview
This fall, the popular series A Chef's Life returns to PBS stations with a highly-anticipated second season. More than a cooking show, A Chef's Life is a half-hour character-driven documentary series that takes viewers inside the life and kitchen of Chef Vivian Howard. The series will return to find Vivian with a new list of local ingredients, each one starring in its own episode.
Holiday Q&A With Chef Vivian Howard
Vivian answers questions from PBS viewers and makes a gourmet cheese ball.
Kale Salad with Pickled Peanuts
Vivian shows how to create a "pickled" peanut salad that will steal the show.
Ginger and Leek Crispy Rice with a Sunnyside-Up Egg
Vivian demonstrates her method of cooking rice which always comes out perfect.
Mulled Muscadine on Crostini with Goat Cheese
Vivian celebrates muscadines by creating a mulled muscadine and goat cheese appetizer.
Oysters on the Half-Shell With Hard Pear Mignonette
Vivian demonstrates the proper way to shuck and serve oysters on the half-shell.
Sweet Potatoes with Spiced Cracklins and Maple Vinegar
Vivian demonstrates her updated version of pork cracklins featuring sweet potatoes.
Coconut Cornbread Strawberry Shortcake
Vivian makes an extra special recipe: a strawberry shortcake for her twins' birthday.
Fried Green Tomatoes and Bacon Mayo with Sweet Corn Relish
Vivian demonstrates the versatility of corn by creating a smoked corn relish.
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