A Chef's Life

A Chef's Life (2013-2018)

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A Chef's Life is a Peabody and Emmy award-winning docu-series that plunges audiences into the kitchen of a high-end restaurant located in the low country of eastern North Carolina. It follows the trials and travails of Chef Vivian Howard and her husband, Ben Knight, and their farm-to-table restaurant, Chef & the Farmer, exploring both traditional and modern applications of quintessential Southern ingredients. Vivian's skill in the kitchen is an equal match for the charismatic personality, radiating behind her crystal grey eyes. Much more dynamic than a typical cooking show, A Chef's Life is a character-driven documentary and cooking series that premiered nationally on PBS stations in September 2013.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 14:30 (25 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S05E10King Cornbreaddéc. 9, 2017
S05E09Liver Loverdéc. 2, 2017
S05E08Chasing Troutnov. 25, 2017
S05E07Persimmon Stylenov. 18, 2017
S05E06Bourbon Countrynov. 5, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did A Chef's Life premiered?

It premiered on September 9, 2013.

Who is the creator and host of the show?

The creator and host of the show is Vivian Howard.

Where is the show set?

The show is set in Eastern North Carolina.

What is the show about?

The show follows the day-to-day activities of Chef Vivian Howard and her restaurant, Chef & the Farmer.

What type of cuisine does Chef Vivian Howard specialize in?

Chef Vivian Howard specializes in Southern cuisine.

What is the name of Chef Vivian Howard's restaurant?

The name of Chef Vivian Howard's restaurant is Chef & the Farmer.

What are the challenges faced by Chef Vivian Howard regarding the restaurant?

Chef Vivian Howard faces challenges regarding sourcing local ingredients and balancing life as a chef and mother.

How many James Beard Foundation Awards has Chef Vivian Howard won?

Chef Vivian Howard has won two James Beard Foundation Awards.

Who is Chef Vivian Howard's husband and what is his role in their restaurant?

Chef Vivian Howard's husband is Ben Knight. He manages the front of the house at Chef & the Farmer.

What other chefs have made appearances on the show?

Sean Brock, April Bloomfield, and Fuchsia Dunlop are some of the other chefs who have made appearances on the show.

What is the title of the episode where Chef Vivian Howard makes collard green sandwiches?

The title of the episode is "Gone Clamming, Part II: Carolina's Coastal Favorite, Clams."

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