Wednesday, October 29th TV listings for Explore Channel
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People of the North Kingdom of Entrepreneurs
Etne and Vindafjord in Western Norway; dry martini; a hike to a cliff formation; a traditional Norwegian dish infused with distinctly Asian-Japanese flavors.
Pati's Mexican Table A Sense of Beauty
Talking about art with photographer Nuria Lagarde; author Laura Esquivel reflects on magical realism; celebrating how art and identity shape Mexico City's creative soul.
Lidia's Kitchen Something Special
Grilled corn, zucchini and tomato salad; spicy lobster linguine.
Sara's Weeknight Meals My Italian Kitchen
Making a simple mint frittata paired with arugula salad and grilled lemon dressing; a street food tour; Roman deep fried rice balls; making three Roman pastas.
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Skills: Cruising
The ins and outs and pros and cons of cruising, including making smart use of limited time on shore and the congestion and commercialism that comes with mass tourism.
Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope Dreamin' California's Coast -- Malibu to Big Sur
The California Luxury Tour includes wine tasting in Malibu, Santa Barbara's famous mission, horseback riding on the Pismo dunes and Sycamore Hot Springs; Hearst Castle in San Simeon; Point Dume State Beach.
Nature Walrus: Life on Thin Ice
A paleontologist embarks on an Arctic adventure to see how the walrus copes as the sea ice melts.
NOVA Ancient Desert Death Trap New
A team of archaeologists researches the "desert kites," the stone megastructures across northern Saudi Arabia and southern Jordan.
Secrets of the Dead Cracking the Queen's Code
Three codebreakers succeed in decoding 57 encrypted letters from Mary, Queen of Scots, detailing efforts to free herself from imprisonment.
Secrets of the Dead King Arthur's Lost Kingdom
Archaeological evidence suggests that the legend of King Arthur began in a 5th-century trading village following the departure of the Romans.
Secrets of the Dead Death in Britannia
A skeleton dating back to the Roman occupation of Britain provokes further study after scientists see an iron nail driven through its heel bone, possibly indicating the person was crucified.
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Rick Steves' Europe Assisi and Italian Country Charm
Farmhouse inn; making prosciutto and pecorino cheese; hiking down ancient wine cellars; the basilica in Assisi, Italy, the hometown of St. Francis.
America's Test Kitchen Ice Cream Cake
Building an ice cream cake; the unexpected powers of melting ice.
Cook's Country Southern Sandwiches
Pickle-brined fried chicken sandwich; cucumbers; chocolate-marshmallow sandwich cookies.
Pati's Mexican Table A Sense of Beauty
Talking about art with photographer Nuria Lagarde; author Laura Esquivel reflects on magical realism; celebrating how art and identity shape Mexico City's creative soul.
The Key Ingredient with Sheri Castle Crabs Galore
Deviled crab and warm crab dip with crostini; catching crabs off a river dock; the differences between various types of crab meat and their best culinary uses.
Kitchen Curious With Vivian Howard Rooted Vegetables
Exploring the health benefits of root vegetables; instant sweet potatoes; hummus with raw beet relish; a multi-root gratin.
Christopher Kimball's Milk Street Television Coconut Curry & Stir-Fried Chicken
Malaysian-style chicken and coconut curry; coconut ginger rice; Malaysian twice-cooked turmeric chicken with lemongrass and sweet soy; fried chicken tossed in an umami-rich glaze.
My Greek Table With Diane Kochilas Let Food Be Thy Medicine
Exploring Greek ingredients like olive oil, herbs, nuts and vegetables that are seminal to good health.
Nature Walrus: Life on Thin Ice
A paleontologist embarks on an Arctic adventure to see how the walrus copes as the sea ice melts.
NOVA Ancient Desert Death Trap New
A team of archaeologists researches the "desert kites," the stone megastructures across northern Saudi Arabia and southern Jordan.
Secrets of the Dead Cracking the Queen's Code
Three codebreakers succeed in decoding 57 encrypted letters from Mary, Queen of Scots, detailing efforts to free herself from imprisonment.
Secrets of the Dead King Arthur's Lost Kingdom
Archaeological evidence suggests that the legend of King Arthur began in a 5th-century trading village following the departure of the Romans.
Secrets of the Dead Death in Britannia
A skeleton dating back to the Roman occupation of Britain provokes further study after scientists see an iron nail driven through its heel bone, possibly indicating the person was crucified.
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Rick Steves' Europe European Travel Skills
Rick Steves offers practical advice on how to have a fun and affordable trip to Europe. Sites include Germany, Italy, the Swiss Alps, Paris and London.
Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope Peru -- The Amazon and Beyond
Joseph sets out from Iquitos, Peru, and makes his way through the Amazon rainforest for daybreak bird watching, night safaris in search of caimans, piranha fishing, canoeing the Amazon's tributaries, and swimming with pink dolphins.
Finding Your Roots With Henry Louis Gates, Jr. Finding My Roots
DNA detective work solves longstanding family mysteries for actor Laurence Fishburne and scholar Henry Louis Gates Jr.
Antiques Roadshow Kooky & Spooky
A rag doll named Chucky; a Leonora Carrington painting; a "Bride of Frankenstein" pressbook.
Secrets of the Royal Palaces Buckingham Palace
The origins of Buckingham Palace; the most haphazard royal wedding in history.