A view behind-the-scenes reveals the hot and cold of curing ham. At a New York dinner party hosted in her honor, Vivian serves up a gift of NC seasoning meats --the pig tails, ham hocks, and fatback that give Carolina cuisine its quintessential kick. While in the Big Apple, a visit with her publisher reveals an itinerary certain to make for an ambitious autumn.

Flo and Theo’s pre-school class visit the restaurant for a meal where table manners are the focus, but exceptionally slow service makes everyone antsy, especially Ben. When her sunchoke recipe doesn’t make the grade, Vivian enlists guidance from an old friend.

An up-close-and-personal experience with farm-raised catfish offers Vivian an enlightened perspective on the industry. When a staff member’s last day at the restaurant finally arrives, heavy emotions, and fond memories create a bonding moment for the entire crew. It’s the holidays and Vivian is crowned Grand Marshall of the Pink Hill Christmas Parade. Premieres on October 22.

Vivian’s rabbit demo at the Carolina Meat Conference is met with a rowdy rabble of protesters. As a cherished staff member prepares to leave the restaurant, Vivian mourns his loss while anticipating the additional strain.

Vivian can’t resist the opportunity to romp around the city before firing up the BBQ cabbage at Feast Portland. The crisp Oregon air and thousands of patient festival patrons make hiccups with her cooking equipment easier to overcome. Premieres October 8 on PBS.

Vivian’s summer itinerary picks up with a 14-day photoshoot as she preps for a first-time trip to Feast Portland. Before heading out west, Sam Jones and Miss Lillie share old school cabbage recipes that influence the dish she prepares for festival goers. While on the road, Vivian trusts John and Justise to hold down the fort back home. Premieres on October 1.

Vivian reckons with handing over the restaurant reins to John and Justise.

After being away from the restaurant all summer, Vivian returns to an unfamiliar staff.

Spring onions kick off the season in high gear as Vivian takes a break from her cookbook. Premieres September 10, 2016 on PBS. Check local listings.

Vivian loves spring onions and shows how she plans to use them in an upcoming event. Watch the full episode, premiering September 10 on PBS.

Join Vivian for a culinary journey that stretches from Kinston to Portland to the Big Apple. Season 4 premieres this Fall on PBS.

Vivian judges the Southern Sides competition at the annual BBQ Festival. Premieres November 28 on PBS. Check your local listings.

After some initial hiccups, Vivian’s whole cow program finds its groove. Premieres November 21. Check your local listings.

Vivian’s plate runneth over as her tour of Charleston continues. Premieres November 14. Check your local listings.

Vivian heads to the Charleston’s Wine and Food Festival. Premieres November 7. Check your local listings.

Lillie shows Vivian three different ways to bring out the bitter and sweet in rutabagas. Premieres on PBS on October 31. Check your local listings.

Vivian turns up the heat on a dish that features chicken livers drizzled with hot honey. Premieres October 24 on PBS. Check local listings.

The Boiler Room welcomes a new manager, much to Ben’s delight. Premieres October 17 on PBS. Check your local listings.

Vivian learns how to make “the best pickled beets she ever ate.” Premieres on PBS on October 10. Check your local listings.

Scott Barton stops by to see the kitchen and share the African roots of okra. Premieres October 3 on PBS. Check your local listings.