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Where in the world is Chef Jim Coleman?! Today the travel bug bites, so grab your boarding pass.

It's been said that eating is not only an agricultural act, but also a political one. It does make sense that how we eat can make a lasting impact on our environment - the problem is figuring out what choices really matter. Paper plates? Organic Vegetables? Bottled Water? This week we examine some choices. From replacing veal with buffalo meat, to entertaining tips that don't fill up the landfill with one-time products, we'll discuss the quandaries, questions, and curious solutions to "living green".

Summertime is in full swing, and that can only mean picnics and beer. On today's show we're talking all things picnic, from great food to that outdoor dining scourge...ants! We'll taste summer beers crafted from a recipe that's five generations old. Also, we'll learn a few tips on creating your own beer for a personal beverage. And because summer picnics often start with a roadtrip, we've found a guide to unusual attractions from Maine to Florida.

It's hard to believe that it has been nearly a year since Hurricane Katrina made landfall on the coasts of Mississippi, Alabama, and Louisiana. On today's show, we'll see how the region is faring. The reviews have been mixed: some will say they are well on the road to normalcy; others indicate help has been sorely lacking.

The clocks have changed - hopefully - the closets are cleaned, and we're all waiting for the first taste of summer produce. Today, we salute spring and the fresh fruits and vegetables to come. Vietnamese Cuisine is known for its robust and flavorful use of vegetables, so we'll start there. Then, we'll get some advice on creating an outdoor kitchen and discover some quick-fix picnics. Later, learn how to start a raised vegetable garden with Katharine Whiteside.

The way you set your table creates the atmosphere for a meal. During this encore hour, we'll talk about the designer who changed how Americans think about entertaining. We'll hear about a new cookbook based on the style and menus of Russell Wright, the pioneer designer of the 1950's American modern movement. He didn't just create best-selling dinnerware, he also envisioned a new way to eat. Later, we'll cook up simple, elegant food that's perfect for this classic table setting and lifestyle.

It's almost Oscar Night! So maybe you pop the champagne cork for a fancy party, or just pop the popcorn. We've got party tips.

In this encore presentation, Chef Coleman talks to Barbara Haber about her book, Hard Tack and Home Fries. Haber looks at the intersection of American women's history and culinary practice, and how each shaped the other. Then, David Rosengarten takes a look at German wine and explains the intials QA and QMP. Plus, our nutritionist talks about snacking at night and just in time for summer we get the low down on ice tea and lemonade.

Superbowl Sunday. It's not just the game. Superbowl parties can be a low-stress way to entertain.

The summer is never long enough. By now the long lazy days are over and school's routine takes its place. On today's show, we celebrate the beginning of a new academic year. We start with a unique field of study: an ethnomusicologist puts music to our meals. We also discover the truth about the origins of the TV dinner. Later, a visit to a unique school kitchen and tips for cooking together as a family. We discuss a new book about wine guru Robert Parker, Jr.

On today's show we're solving some mysteries. From the authenticity of the world's most expensive bottle of wine to answering those pesky questions on how to cook fish. Actress Lorraine Bracco stops by to talk about her line of Italian wines. Jonathan Waxman describes the most unusual way he found his way into a professional kitchen. Plus, finding happiness through learning how to cook and much more.

Watching TV food shows can make the most difficult dishes look easy. But once you're in the kitchen, it's more like a reality show and often things don't work out. Today's show features cooking lessons. You'll get tips and techniques from an award-winning cooking teacher, share adventures with two chefs who travel the Americas in an RV, and discover practical substitutions for missing ingredients. We'll also take you on a fishing expedition in Vancouver and show you what to do with your catch!

There's new fangled, new world, tech savvy - and then there's old school, old ways, and tradition. Today's show brings us both! We'll find out how science and technology are becoming a part of the dining experience. Then, we'll talk to a blogger who cooked her way through Julia Child's recipes - and got a book and movie deal out of it!

From special events to simple pleasures, today's show takes us to unique places, and finds us unusual products and things to do. We'll discover the secrets of planning a wedding from a professional who's helped over 100 couples walk down the aisle in style. Then we'll fly to Barbados and talk to two chefs about flying fish and coo coo. We'll find out about a special raisin only available in the fall and look for heirloom chocolate deep in the Amazon.

Time can be a great ingredient. On today's show, we talk about aging...from wine and cheeses to sausages and even father-son relationships. We'll also talk with Delilah Winder about soul food, a cuisine that has been handed down from generation to generation. Her Mac and Cheese recipe was deemed "The Best" by Oprah. Nora Ephron discusses women, age, and necks. A father and son reconcile over bialys in a new memoir. Plus, Graham Kerr's healthy life on the road and more.

New Year's Resolutions! Start the New Year out right with A Chef's Table. In this encore presentation, Sara Moulton stops by to give us suggestions on family meals. Then, "Invite Your Neighbor to Dinner Day" makes an easy goal to improve your community.

We've got a dragnet out...for hot food finds! The Hungry Detective shows us how to investigate the foodie scene.

Is the produce aisle in your grocery store looking a bit bleak these days? Spring and summer vegetables are still a few weeks away. But squash is always a reliable candidate - and don't just think zucchini! Squash fanatic Amy Goldman will tell us about unique varieties and great recipes, she has written The Compleat Squash: A Passionate Grower's Guide to Pumpkins, Squashes, and Gourds.

Mother's Day is one of the busiest days in the restaurant industry. Everybody wants to do something special for the mom in their life, but many chefs agree: you might be better off cooking at home! How about a special picnic? We'll hear about recipes that travel well, and discuss what kinds of gear you need. Our guest is Jennifer Barry, one of the authors of Festive Picnics. Later, we'll chat with Greek restaurateur George Kyrtatas, whose mother taught him how to run a successful restaurant.

Food sustains, nurtures and defines us. No matter where you are from, chances are there is a regional dish!