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A Chef's Life
Mayo -- The Mother Sauce
Season 4
Episode 10
Vivian holds a mayo blind taste test and a surprise brand takes top prize. After a new chef takes the reins, her diminishing role at the restaurant becomes clearer. Vivian’s long-held vacation plans are stifled by a series of strange events.
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Vivian gains an enlightened perspective on the farm-raised catfish industry.

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Vivian’s rabbit demo at the Carolina Meat Conference is met with rowdy protesters.

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Vivian romps around the city before firing up the BBQ cabbage at Feast Portland.

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Vivian’s summer itinerary picks up with a 14-day photo shoot.

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

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After a summer away from the restaurant, Vivian returns to a staff of unfamiliar faces.

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Spring onions kick off the season in high gear as Vivian takes a break from her cookbook.

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Vivian judges the Southern Sides competition at the annual BBQ Festival.

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After some initial hiccups, Vivian’s whole cow program finds its groove.

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Vivian’s plate runneth over as her tour of Charleston continues.

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Vivian heads to the Charleston’s Wine and Food Festival.

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Lillie shows Vivian three different ways to bring out the bitter and sweet in rutabagas.