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A Chef's Life

Persimmon Style

Season 5 Episode 7 | 24m 32s

On a short hiatus from the book tour, Vivian takes the twins to pick persimmons off Mrs. Betty’s tree and learns about the different varieties of the fruit. She then takes that knowledge to Atlanta where an event called “Hired Guns” pits chefs and their dishes against each other. Back in Kinston, Vivian gets a pudding lesson from chef Bill Smith of Crook’s Corner in Chapel Hill.

Aired: 11/17/17
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Pawpaws
Pawpaws have a funky, sweet taste reminiscent of mangos, bananas and other tropical fruit.
Clip: 5:03
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Preview: The Final Harvest
Say goodbye to the show with a farewell feast of epic proportions.
Preview: 0:30
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Preview: King Cornbread
Vivian films a segment for a morning TV show where cornbread takes center stage.
Preview: S5 E10 | 0:30
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Liver Lover
Vivian visits one of her favorite farmers and a restaurant known for its fried livers.
Episode: S5 E9 | 24:34
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Chasing Trout
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Episode: S5 E8 | 24:33
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Bourbon Country
Dinner at Maker’s Mark in Vivian’s honor turns into an American history lesson.
Episode: S5 E6 | 24:33
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WANTED: Broccoli
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A Food Truck and a Pear Tree
The arrival of Vivian's cookbook sparks a well of emotions.
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