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Man standing beside his restaurant CubanBurger sign on a wall.
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Chef Steve Pizarro Americanized Cuba-styled fritas with Harrisonburg restaurant, CubanBurger.
  • Jen Naylor shares her recipe for Korean Cucumber Kimchi.
  • This peppermint white chocolate cheesecake with a coconut crust is featured on VPM's "Un-Wine'd."
  • Micheal Sparks had to stop operations for his experimental dining business at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, but he used his resources to help those in need.
  • Jen Naylor grows many different types of Asian pears in her orchard at Sussex Farms, but the Korean "Olympic Giant" variety is one of her favorites and is used in her famous BBQ sauce.
  • Jen Naylor shares one of her favorite recipes for scallions — savory pancakes with a sweet and spicy dipping sauce.
  • Known as “The Pope of American Cuisine,” Chef Patrick O’Connell is a legend. He’s revered as a pioneer of refined American cooking, and as the eclectic restaurateur who transformed a country inn into an international culinary temple. But, behind the fairytale – behind the humor and whimsy – lies a story of a self-taught chef who started with nothing and overcame a decades-long feud with a fiercely conservative rural town to create one of the most renowned restaurants in America.
  • Un-Wine'd host Tassie Pippert shows us how to create Eggplant Sandwiches. Enjoy this veggie-centric sandwich that is loaded with flavor and contrasting textures - a veggie burger, so to speak, using eggplant rounds, tomatoes, onions, olive oil and fresh mozzarella topped with fresh Basil.
  • Un-Wine'd host Tassie Pippert shows us how to prepare Pork Chops with Apples. This pork chops with apples and onions dish is a deliciously light and flavorful meal that's a perfect weeknight dinner.
  • Un-Wine'd host Tassie Pippert shows us how to prepare Pavlova with Raspberries. Pavlova, a fresh tart composed of a meringue crust layered with cream and topped with fresh berries, is named after Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova.
  • Un-Wine'd host Tassie Pippert shows us how to prepare Venison Bolognese with Zucchini Noodles. You can substitute venison with lean ground beef or ground chicken. Add this rich, hearty meat sauce over zucchini noodles for a great family meal.
  • Un-Wine'd host Tassie Pippert shows us how to prepare Wild Mushroom Panna Cotta with the depth of flavor of earthy, nutty wild mushrooms. Serve with Linden Claret.
  • Un-Wine'd host Tassie Pippert shows us how to prepare a delicious Clam Chowder dish. Enjoy a traditional creamy bowl of comfort with this recipe that's perfect for any time of the year.
  • Un-Wine'd host Tassie Pippert shows viewers how to prepare Asparagus Quiche, a delicious recipe perfect for lunch or dinner. Loads of asparagus add color and flavor to this hearty, creamy quiche.
  • From the family-owned winery in Clifton, VA, owner Kirk Wiles talks about the land's history and being the first winery operated in Fairfax County. All grapes are produced in Shenandoah and Charlottesville for Paradise Springs Winery. In the cooking segments, Tassie prepares Pork Sliders and Duck Ravioli that's easy to make and paired with the featured wines.
  • Un-Wine'd host Tassie Pippert shows viewers how to prepare a rich and delicious white chocolate cheesecake with dark chocolate raspberry sauce. White chocolate and raspberry are a classic pair. The sweetness of the chocolate and the tart flavor of the raspberry balance each other out perfectly.
  • Un-Wine'd host Tassie Pippert shows viewers how to prepare Bison Burger Sliders that are full of bold flavor. If you’re wild about burgers but not the cholesterol, try leaner Bison burger meat for a healthier alternative to your traditional hamburger.
  • Un-Wine'd host Tassie Pippert shows viewers how to prepare a flavor packed Indian dish, Chicken Shawarma, served with a delightful garlic yogurt sauce that's simple to make at home. Shawarma is a Middle Eastern dish of garlicky meat or poultry served on pitas.
  • On Wednesday, lawmakers and state capitol employees recognized a classic Virginia recipe - Brunswick stew.
  • Located along the Pamunkey River, in historic New Kent County, east of Richmond, sits family owned and operated Saudé Creek Vineyards. The vineyard is ideal for family gatherings and live music events. Raspberry Sauce Cheescake and Bison Sliders are paired with the wines.
  • Un-Wine'd host Tassie Pippert shows viewers how to prepare a savory Steak with Maître d’Hotel Butter dish. Maître d'Hôtel butter is a compound butter recipe of French origin prepared with butter, parsley, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Use it as a finishing butter on meats, fish and vegetables for added pizzazz.