Thursday, December 18th TV listings for PBS Explore (WUNK-DT3) Greenville
Secrets of the Royal Palaces Royal Duty
Controversy around Russian spy Anthony Blunt's long stay at the Palace in the 1980s; tumultuous history of the Scottish Crown Jewels; Diana's ascent to fashion icon; Princess of Wales' first international speech.
Relish The Secret Sauce: Afghan Chutney and Mexican Guisado
The Sajady sisters bottle their mom's Afghan chutney through food brand Maazah; the Silva siblings bring Mexican and Latino ingredients to El Burrito Mercado where they make guisados using their mom's recipe.
Fork & Hammer Cocina Espanola
Seeking inspiration for appetizers, entrees, wines and desserts in the Rioja region of Spain; San Sebastian, a culinary mecca with the world's most Michelin star restaurants per capita.
My Greek Table With Diane Kochilas Comfort Grains
Dakos salad; kolyva; Greek island stuffed onions.
Rick Steves' Europe London: Yesterday and Today
Jogging in Hyde Park; British Museum; Victoria and Albert Museum; East End food tour; celebrating London's regeneration.
Rick Steves' Europe Istanbul: Capital of Emperors and Sultans
A look back at the Roman-tinged Hippodrome; ancient ritual of the Turkish bath; the Blue Mosque; the grand Hagia Sophia; Spice Market; exploring Topkapi Palace.
Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope Northeast Ontario -- Canada's Canoe Culture and First Nations People
A powwow on Manitoulin Island in Ontario; hiking along the Niagara Escarpment; French River; artists showcase Canada's natural beauty.
How large nurseries develop floral and vegetable plants for the backyard; robotic workers plant and pack new flowers at a North Carolina nursery; Burpee Seed Co.; sea oats.
In the Americas With David Yetman The Pride of Guatemala: Tikal of the Mayas
Excavations within the temples of Tikal, Guatemala; a festival at the home of Mayan descendants.
Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope The Bonin/Ogasawara Islands -- A Land Far, Far Away
Kayaking, snorkeling, trekking and whale watching on islands located more than 600 miles from the mainland of Japan.
People, places and events from all over the state.
Rick Steves' Europe Southeast England
Traveling from Canterbury to Dover; hiking the trails atop the cliffs of the South Downs; seaside resort of Brighton; the naval heritage of Portsmouth includes a collection of historic sailing ships.
Rick Steves' Europe England's Cornwall
The Cornish culture in the far southwest of England; tin mining heritage; pirates' towns and fishing villages; Dartmoor National Park.
In the Americas With David Yetman Panama: A City and a Canal
Panama City serves as a shipping port over water and land.
People of the North Bugoynes: Little Finland in Norway
Bugoynes, a remote fishing village at the edge of Norway, where Finnish heritage and Arctic traditions thrive; reindeer herding; Arctic farming.
Curious Traveler Curious Poznan, Poland
Highlights in Poland include Old Market Square, Rogalin Palace, Poznan Cathedral and tombs, the Poznan goat legend, Zamek Cultural Center, Enigma Cipher Center and the Poznan Croissant Museum.
Hosts Yu Hayami and Patrick Harlan, with the help of Japanese chefs Tatsuo Saito and Rika Yukimasa, introduce Americans to the techniques, ingredients and harmony of Japanese cuisine.
Lidia's Kitchen The Power of Food
Fuzi with chicken ragu; no-bake chocolate ricotta brick cake.
Pati's Mexican Table Living Legacy
Visiting Xochimilco's canals to learn about the ancient chinampas and their modern-day preservation; pipian verde; chili relleno.
Rick Steves' Europe Egypt's Nile, Alexandria, and Luxor
Exploring the Nile Valley from north to south, including the fabled city of Alexandria; pharaohs' tombs and temples in Luxor, Egypt; a riverboat cruise; Ramesses II's temple at Abu Simbel.
Samantha Brown's Places to Love Sonoma County, California
Sustainability on the Sonoma coastline; California Carnivores; cider tasting at Devoto Gardens & Orchards; Safari West.
American Masters Starring Dick Van Dyke New
Celebrating the life and career of actor Dick Van Dyke on his 100th birthday; featuring never-before-seen footage, photos and home movies that detail his legacy in show business.
American Masters Groucho & Cavett
The friendship between Emmy Award-winning television personality Dick Cavett and comic Groucho Marx, featuring footage of Marx's visits to "The Dick Cavett Show" and other rare recordings.
In the Americas With David Yetman Tlaloc's Revenge: Mexico City's Hydrological Heritage
Mexico City comes to grips with falling water tables, exhausted springs, and sinking earth.
Painting and Travel With Roger & Sarah Bansemer Ice Cream Memories
An ice cream vendor shares stories about selling treats and the joy it brings across generations; Roger paints an ice cream sundae using oils, capturing light and texture.
The Best of the Joy of Painting Tranquil Dawn
A warm winter morning.
Shaped by Sound Sonny Miles
ncImpact Energy and the Environment
Garden Smart Planting and Maintaining a Garden
Planting a garden; gardeners explain their weekly maintenance schedule.
People of the North Bugoynes: Little Finland in Norway
Bugoynes, a remote fishing village at the edge of Norway, where Finnish heritage and Arctic traditions thrive; reindeer herding; Arctic farming.
Carolina Outdoor Journal Shark Science
Hosts Yu Hayami and Patrick Harlan, with the help of Japanese chefs Tatsuo Saito and Rika Yukimasa, introduce Americans to the techniques, ingredients and harmony of Japanese cuisine.
Lidia's Kitchen The Power of Food
Fuzi with chicken ragu; no-bake chocolate ricotta brick cake.
America's Test Kitchen The Ultimate Holiday Dinner Party
Shrimp cocktail; expensive gadgets that are worth the price; beef tenderloin with harissa rub and cilantro-mint relish.
Rick Steves' Europe European Festivals II
April Fair in Seville, Spain; Bastille Day in Paris; running with the bulls in Pamplona, Spain; Munich's Oktoberfest; a traditional family Christmas; Nuremberg, Germany's holiday market; sledding by torchlight in Switzerland.
Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope The Bonin/Ogasawara Islands -- A Land Far, Far Away
Kayaking, snorkeling, trekking and whale watching on islands located more than 600 miles from the mainland of Japan.
A Taste of History A Gathering on the Gulf
The centuries-long struggle to control the strategic Gulf region of Pensacola, Fla.; cooking local favorites over an open hearth; recipes include pan-seared Pensacola red snapper and Spanish-style paella.
Sara's Weeknight Meals It's Always a Weeknight Somewhere
Zucchini pie in Greece; sea bream in Istanbul; Barcelona's viral bomba.
People, places and events from all over the state.
Pati's Mexican Table Living Legacy
Visiting Xochimilco's canals to learn about the ancient chinampas and their modern-day preservation; pipian verde; chili relleno.
Homemade Live! Next Level Sandwiches
Owen Han, The "Sandwich King" of TikTok, creates shrimp toast; Taku Sando in New York's shokupan pork sandwich.
Lucky Chow Comfort
The importance of comfort food; making Chinese food at home with the help of cooking blogs such as The Woks of Life; young chefs reimagine Taiwanese and Indonesian classics.