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        A Chef's Life
            Charlotte's Fried Chicken with Banana Sandwiches
Vivian meets with an old family friend to learn the secret to a Southern fried chicken.
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            Vivian films a segment for a morning TV show where cornbread takes center stage.
        
        
     
    
                            
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            Vivian visits one of her favorite farmers and a restaurant known for its fried livers.
        
        
     
    
                            
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            Vivian plans a respite from the road during the holidays, but finds herself busy at home.
        
        
     
    
                            
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            Vivian takes the twins to pick persimmons and learn about the fruit's different varieties.
        
        
     
    
                            
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            Dinner at Maker’s Mark in Vivian’s honor turns into an American history lesson.
        
        
     
    
                            
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            Vivian heads to NYC where her book launch means a full itinerary.
        
        
     
    
                            
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            The arrival of Vivian's cookbook sparks a well of emotions.
        
        
     
    
                            
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            Vivian preps peppers for Lambstock, a party where chefs, food, and music converge.
        
        
     
    
                            
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            With Summer heat high and rain levels low, Vivian struggles to find enough green beans.
        
        
     
    
                            
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            Vivian’s plate is full of everything. Except tomatoes.
        
        
     
    
                            
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            As a new chef takes the reins, Vivian's diminishing role at the restaurant becomes clear.
        
        
     
    
                            
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            A view behind-the-scenes reveals the hot and cold of curing ham.
        
        
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
    