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WANTED: Broccoli

Season 5 Episode 5 | 24m 33s

Vivian heads to NYC where her book launch means a full itinerary. A celebration dinner at Bon Appétit Kitchen follows her appearance on the Rachael Ray Show where Vivian finds that a shot of bourbon goes a long way. Back at the shop, Ben and crew ready the food truck for its first stop in Nashville. While there, a lack of rain leads Vivian on a challenging hunt for broccoli.

Aired: 11/03/17
Extras
Say goodbye to the show with a farewell feast of epic proportions.
Pawpaws have a funky, sweet taste reminiscent of mangos, bananas and other tropical fruit.
Say goodbye to the show with a farewell feast of epic proportions.
Vivian films a segment for a morning TV show where cornbread takes center stage.
Vivian visits one of her favorite farmers and a restaurant known for its fried livers.
Vivian plans a respite from the road during the holidays, but finds herself busy at home.
Vivian takes the twins to pick persimmons and learn about the fruit's different varieties.
Dinner at Maker’s Mark in Vivian’s honor turns into an American history lesson.
The arrival of Vivian's cookbook sparks a well of emotions.
Vivian preps peppers for Lambstock, a party where chefs, food, and music converge.
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Vivian visits one of her favorite farmers and a restaurant known for its fried livers.
Vivian plans a respite from the road during the holidays, but finds herself busy at home.
Vivian takes the twins to pick persimmons and learn about the fruit's different varieties.
Dinner at Maker’s Mark in Vivian’s honor turns into an American history lesson.
The arrival of Vivian's cookbook sparks a well of emotions.
Vivian preps peppers for Lambstock, a party where chefs, food, and music converge.
With Summer heat high and rain levels low, Vivian struggles to find enough green beans.
Vivian’s plate is full of everything. Except tomatoes.
Vivian films a segment for a morning TV show where cornbread takes center stage.
As a new chef takes the reins, Vivian's diminishing role at the restaurant becomes clear.