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Thanksgiving Dinner: Cranberry Orange Relish
Karen Bates of the Apple Farm in Mendocino demonstrates the preparation of this fresh cranberry relish, which offers a great counterbalance to the heaviness of the traditional Thanksgiving meal. >
Thanksgiving Potluck: Cranberry Apple Harvest Pie
Lauren divulges the secret recipe for her mother's famous Cranberry Apple Harvest Pie. >
Thanksgiving Dinner: Pumpkin Pie
Karen Bates of the Apple Farm in Philo, CA, demonstrates how to make her signature pie crust and the perfect pumpkin custard filling. >
Thanksgiving Potluck: Cranberry Sauce
Melanie talks about what she loves about a Thanksgiving potluck and shares her special family recipe for cranberry sauce with port and orange zest. >
Thanksgiving Dinner: Mashed Potatoes
John Bates of the Boonville Hotel in Northern California carries on a family tradition with the preparation of the perfect mashed potatoes according to his father's tried–and–true technique. >
Thanksgiving Potluck: French Apple Tart
Zoe talks about her family's tradition of making French Apple Tart and how it's become a mainstay of their American Thanksgiving tradition. >
Thanksgiving Dinner: Spicy Stuffing
Karen and John Bates demonstrate the preparation of their family's signature spicy stuffing, including a technique for working with whole dried Guajillo chiles. >
Thanksgiving Potluck: Brussels Sprouts
Kristin gives away the secret to making her Uncle Jack's amazing Brussels sprouts. >
Thanksgiving Potluck: Sausage, Fennel and Cornbread Stuffing
Kathryn talks about what she loves about a Thanksgiving potluck and how to make her favorite stuffing. >
Thanksgiving Potluck: Pumpkin Bread
Audrey talks about what she loves about Thanksgiving traditions and her favorite recipe for pumpkin bread. >
Party Planner: McEvoy Ranch
Jill Lee from McEvoy Ranch talks about the unique flavor profile of her olive oil, and shows you how to host a simple, elegant tasting with friends. >
Party Planner: La Crema Wines
Melissa Stackhouse, winemaker for La Crema Winery, talks about what to pour when entertaining at home and makes suggestions on how to serve wine and what kind of cheese to pair with it. >
Party Planner: Cypress Grove Chevre
Mary Keehn, founder of Cypress Grove Chevre, talks about how she began making goat's milk cheese and explains how to taste, pair and enjoy her favorite cheeses. >
Party Planner: Pizzeria Picco
Jenny Nicholas of Pizzeria Picco in Northern California shows you how to roll out homemade dough and make custom pizza pies with fresh, locally made topping ingredients. >
Found Objects: Pizza Boards
Stacy Borocz, collector of antiques and accessories, talks about the history behind our one–of–a–kind, found pizza boards. >
The Tapas Party & The Art of Living
Pottery Barn designer Celia Tejada shows you how to create a casual, welcoming environment for a tapas party inspired by the rustic, outdoor style of her California wine country ranch, Tejada Vineyards. >
How to Make Fish and Steak Tacos
Tips from a pro on making fish and steak tacos, plus how to assemble them for the perfect presentation. >
How to Make Quesadillas
Chef Tony Salto shows proper technique for making traditional grilled quesadillas with vegetables. >
How to Make Guacamole and Pico de Gallo
Step–by–step instructions on how to make the classic accompaniments to grilled tacos. >
How to Make Mixed Berry Shortcake Parfaits
Chef Joey Altman shows you how to make the perfect Fourth of July dessert with summer berries. >
How to Make Grilled Summer Sandwiches
Chef Joey Altman demonstrates how to make three perfect grilled summer sandwiches, plus great accompanying sauces. >
How to Make Aguas Frescas
Step–by–step instructions on how to make the perfect summer quencher for a casual, stylish party. >
How to Make Summer Sides
Chef Joey Altman shows you how to make great summer sides like oven-baked fries, snappy apple slaw and grilled stuffed corn. >
Storing and Serving Oysters
John Finger of Hog Island Oyster Company talks about what contributes to the flavor of different varieties and what to look for when choosing oysters. >
Place Settings with a Coastal Theme
Pottery Barn Style Expert Nathan Turner talks about creating an easy, stylish and affordable table setting for a summer party. >
Place Settings for a Mojito Party
Pottery Barn Style Expert Nathan Turner talks about creating an easy, stylish and affordable table setting for a mojito and taco party. >
Place Settings for a Crab Feast
Pottery Barn Style Expert Nathan Turner talks about creating an easy, stylish and affordable table setting for a summer crab feast. >
Place Settings for a Barbecue
Pottery Barn Style Expert Nathan Turner talks about creating a clean and chic table setting for a backyard barbecue. >
Dipping Sauces for Crab
Paul Johnson, founder of the Monterey Fish Market in Berkeley and San Francisco, demonstrates how to make two perfect sauces for fresh crab. >
Tips for Cooking and Cleaning Crab
Paul Johnson, author of Fish Forever, demystifies the process of cooking and cleaning crab properly using all the right tools. >
Barbecued Oysters
John Finger of Hog Island Oyster Company demystifies the technique for shucking, barbecuing and serving oysters. >
Anchor Brewing Company
Fritz Maytag, owner of San Francisco's famous microbrewery, the Anchor Brewing Company, which pioneered the art of craft beer in this country, talks about the history of the company and tasting beer. >
Brunch Ideas with Sara Corpening Whiteford and Mary Corpening Barber
Sisters and co-authors of The Bride & Groom First and Forever Cookbook talk about presentation and do–ahead strategies for entertaining with ease. >
Brunch Ideas with Sara Corpening Whiteford and Mary Corpening Barber
Sisters and co–authors of The Bride & Groom First and Forever Cookbook demonstrate making a sparkling wine cocktail and simple pimento cheese tea sandwiches. >
Brunch Ideas with Sara Corpening Whiteford and Mary Corpening Barber
Sisters and co–authors of The Bride & Groom First and Forever Cookbook demonstrate making a lemon curd parfait — a great do–ahead dessert. >
Brunch Ideas with Sara Corpening Whiteford and Mary Corpening Barber
Sisters and co–authors of The Bride & Groom First and Forever Cookbook demonstrate how to make a great Mediterranean orzo salad, perfect for a simple, stylish brunch gathering. >
How to Make Custard–Battered French Toast with Chef Ryan Scott
Chef Ryan Scott demonstrates how to make a quick and simple Custard–Battered French Toast with a couple surprising ingredients to make it truly special. >
How to Make Huevos Rancheros with Chef Ryan Scott
Chef Ryan Scott demonstrates how to make a classic Huevos Rancheros from scratch, quickly and easily. >
How to Make a Pear Tart with Chef Ryan Scott
Chef Ryan Scott demonstrates how to make a delicious almond and pear tart, taking a shortcut with a store–bought crust. >
Farmhouse Brunch with Style Expert Nathan Turner
Style Expert Nathan Turner talks about how to give a stylish Farmhouse Brunch by taking advantage of simple, rustic decorations readily available in everyone's home. >
HOW TO ENTERTAIN WITH SPARKLING WINE
Hugh Davies, proprietor of Schramsberg Vineyards in the Napa Valley, gives an overview of what to look for in a sparkling wine, as well as when and how to serve it. >
CHOCOLATE TASTING — GHIRARDELLI CHOCOLATE
Melinda Winter of Ghirardelli Chocolate Company gives tips on how to serve chocolate at your next party, including which kinds to offer and how to really taste chocolate. >
HOW TO MAKE A POMEGRANATE MOJITO
Peter Gugni, Master Mixologist for Bacardi brands, demonstrates how to make a sublime pomegranate mojito step by step. >
HOW TO MAKE A MERRY MARGARITA
Peter Gugni, Master Mixologist for Bacardi brands, demonstrates how to make a margarita that's perfect for holiday entertaining. >
HOW TO MAKE HOT BUTTERED RUM
Peter Gugni, Master Mixologist for Bacardi brands, demonstrates how to make hot buttered rum and explains what makes it so perfect for the winter months. >
HOW TO MAKE A CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT COCKTAIL
Peter Gugni, Master Mixologist for Bacardi brands, demonstrates how to make a chocolate hazelnut cocktail and how to give it a festive garnish. >
HOW TO MAKE AN AÑEJO CALIENTE COCOA COCKTAIL
Peter Gugni, Master Mixologist for Bacardi brands, demonstrates how to make a grown–up version of Mexican hot chocolate — the Añejo Caliente Cocoa Cocktail. >
HOW TO MAKE A BLANCO CHOCOLATE MINT COCKTAIL
Peter Gugni, Master Mixologist for Bacardi brands, demonstrates how to make a cool blanco chocolate mint cocktail served in a martini glass. >
HOW TO CREATE AN AFFORDABLE HOLIDAY DISPLAY
Susanna Salk, a Pottery Barn Style Expert and renowned interior decorator, shows how create a beautiful holiday table simply, stylishly and affordably. >
HOW TO HOST A NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY
Nathan Turner — a Pottery Barn Style Expert, renowned interior decorator and entertaining expert — shows you how to throw a fun, stylish party that you can enjoy, too. >
HOLIDAY TRADITIONS — TREE TRIMMING
Audrey Gerber, head of marketing for Potter Barn, talks about her family's tradition of exchanging a unique decoration each year, and what makes Pottery Barn ornaments so special. >
HOW TO DISPLAY CHEESE
Watch as Sara Vivenzio of The Cheese School of San Francisco shares ideas on serving and displaying a variety of cheeses with casual style. >
HOW TO PAIR WINE & CHEESE
Watch as Sara Vivenzio of The Cheese School of San Francisco gives tips on how to choose the perfect wine and cheese pairings for throwing a casual party at home. >
HOW TO MIX BRIDAL SHOWER COCKTAILS
Watch as master mixologist Manny Hinojosa creates three perfect bridal shower cocktails — the pear cocktail, the pineapple cocktail and the classic French 75 cocktail. >
HOW TO MIX A SPICY CUCUMBER COCKTAIL
Watch as master mixologist Manny Hinojosa creates the ultimate spicy cucumber cocktail with a basic bar and a few insider tips. >
HOW TO MIX A CLASSIC MARTINI
Watch as master mixologist Manny Hinojosa creates the ultimate martini cocktail with a basic bar and a few insider tips. >
HOW TO SET UP A BASIC BAR
Watch as master mixologist Manny Hinojosa builds a basic bar one step at a time — simply and inexpensively. >
HOW TO CREATE LA BANDERA
Watch as tequila expert Julio Bermejo creates the classic Mexican aperitif — La Bandera. >
HOW TO MIX A CLASSIC MARGARITA
Watch as tequila expert Julio Bermejo creates the classic Margarita using a few insider tips to make it a notch above any you've ever had. >
HOW TO HOST A TEQULIA TASTING
Watch as tequila expert Julio Bermejo discusses the basics of hosting a great tequila tasting party at home, like what to serve, how to serve, and how to taste properly. >
