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A Chef's Life
Blueberries and Boiling Over
Season 2
Episode 1
After a year recovering from a restaurant fire and re-opening Chef and the Farmer, Vivian and Ben go all-in to open a burger/oyster bar called The Boiler Room. Vivian boils over with the stress of staffing adjustments, testing new menu concepts, and the enormous task of putting 500 pounds of blueberries to good use.
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Vivian films a segment for a morning TV show where cornbread takes center stage.
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Vivian visits one of her favorite farmers and a restaurant known for its fried livers.
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Vivian plans a respite from the road during the holidays, but finds herself busy at home.
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Vivian takes the twins to pick persimmons and learn about the fruit's different varieties.
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Dinner at Maker’s Mark in Vivian’s honor turns into an American history lesson.
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Vivian heads to NYC where her book launch means a full itinerary.
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The arrival of Vivian's cookbook sparks a well of emotions.
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Vivian preps peppers for Lambstock, a party where chefs, food, and music converge.
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With Summer heat high and rain levels low, Vivian struggles to find enough green beans.
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Vivian’s plate is full of everything. Except tomatoes.
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As a new chef takes the reins, Vivian's diminishing role at the restaurant becomes clear.
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A view behind-the-scenes reveals the hot and cold of curing ham.