Saturday, April 4th TV listings for PBS (WTTW) Chicago, IL
John McGivern's Main Streets Lasalle and Peru, Illinois
LaSalle and Peru are the twin cities of Illinois with important history that put these towns on the map. These classic American small towns have great restaurants and a commitment to redevelopment that honors and revitalizes the area.
Ireland With Michael North by Northwest
The soaring cliffs of Sliabh Liag in Donegal; cycling through Glenveagh National Park; exploring weaving traditions; Harvey's Point Hotel.
Samantha Brown's Places to Love Tampa, Florida
Exploring Tampa's Ybor City and its Cuban cigar heritage at J.C. Newman; dining at Ulele; making candles at Oxford Exchange; hiking at Hillsborough State Park; Bern's Steak House; kayak fishing at Mobbly Bayou; Sunday Thai Market.
Rick Steves' Europe Istanbul: Turkish Delights
The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul; strolling along the Golden Horn; zipping by tram from the Old Town to Taksim Square; hopping a ferry to Asia.
This Old House Suburban Victorian: Going Through Customs
Laying out the wiring for radiant floor heating; custom kitchen cabinets; work is done on the built-in bookcase.
Ask This Old House NOLA Shutters; Hardwired Alarms
Upgrading shutters in a historic New Orleans neighborhood; how to read fertilizer labels and choose between organic and synthetic options; upgrading battery-operated smoke detectors to a hardwired combo alarm system.
J Schwanke's Life in Bloom Topiary in Bloom
Visiting a garden with large scale butterfly and flower forms; techniques to create personal topiaries to enjoy at home.
Jacques Pépin: Heart & Soul Fete Des Boules
Crab chips with salmon caviar; an egg and herb appetizer; camembert with pistachio crust; garden-fresh tabbouleh salad; tomato, mozzarella and onion salad; smoked ham glaze with maple syrup.
Cook's Country Southern Specialties
Tennessee pulled turkey sandwiches; paper towels; a regional recipe for eastern North Carolina fish stew.
Cook's Country Sweet and Savory Brunch
Conchas; egg substitutes; preparing skillet eggs sardou.
Lidia's Kitchen Fuel the Soul
Dandelion and chickpea salad; one-pan chicken and eggplant Parmigiana.
Steven Raichlen's Project Smoke Much at Steak
Wood-grilled beef tomahawk steak topped with Point Reyes blue cheese butter; cherry-smoked New York strip steak; bacon-wrapped albacore tuna filet mignons with peppercorn cream sauce.
America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated Fast Food Makeovers
Grilled pizza; supermarket olive oil; avocado gadgets; shredded chicken tacos.
Cooking tips, techniques and advice.
Christopher Kimball's Milk Street Television New Salads
Vietnamese chicken salad with sweet lime-garlic dressing; Greek bean salad; romaine with Manchego and smoky pepper dressing.
My Greek Table With Diane Kochilas Mushrooms on Our Minds ... Not What You Think!
The health-promoting benefits of mushrooms; mushroom gyro; slow-cooked mushrooms and chickpeas.
Sara's Weeknight Meals On the Table Stat: South Asian Style
The Magic Bowl consists of veggies, grains and eggs; a homemade roti with a spicy red meat dip; turkey keema served with sweet potatoes, which then gets stuffed into peppers; the secrets of thickeners.
Check, Please! Steak 48, Chez Moi, Nella Pizza e Pasta
River North eatery Steak 48; Chez Moi in Lincoln Park; Nella Pizza e Pasta in Hyde Park.
Chicago Stories Candy Capital
How Chicago became known as "the candy capital of the world."
Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries Away With the Fairies
A death of a magazine columnist and author of fairy stories.
Father Brown The Cup of Calabria
Father Brown and Flambeau hunt for a priceless holy relic that has been stolen from the church, as a new nemesis lurks in the shadows.
A new adventure awaits as DI Humphrey Goodman and Martha leave London for Devon, England.
A distillery owner is poisoned during a group tasting of his premium rum, but the case is shrouded in mystery when it's revealed all the guests drank from the same bottle.
After a family night at the opera, Jo makes a life-changing discovery while Soames makes a hasty decision.
A spring journey through Spain, Slovenia, Italy and Greece reveals how various cultures celebrate the Easter holiday.
Whitstable Pearl The Free Waters
Restaurant owner Pearl Nolan discovers the body of her friend and oyster supplier chained to the anchor of his ship; the police believe it was an accident, but Pearl, who also runs a private detective agency, suspects foul play.
The Brokenwood Mysteries The Black Widower
Ray creates Lord of the Ringz Tours, geared toward non-English speaking tourists, but shortly thereafter, his wife Debbie is found dead under a giant foam spider.
Great Performances Samara Joy at Royal Albert Hall
Jazz vocalist Samara Joy makes her debut at London's Royal Albert Hall, offering unique twists on classic songs ranging from bossa nova to the Great American Songbook.
Martha Graham Dance Company: We Are Our Time Athletes of God
Following the dancers of the Martha Graham Dance Company as they tour the world.
Happy Yoga With Sarah Starr Ocean Twilight
Seated sun salutations and gentle stretches designed to increase flexibility and mobility in the shoulders, back, hips, legs and more.
Yoga in Practice Our Breath Is Our Conversation With the World
Focusing on the breath as one of the essential practices of yoga.
Science, health, technology and environment experts and professionals address issues such as artificial intelligence, medicine and climate science.
Firing Line With Margaret Hoover
Author Andrew Ross Sorkin talks about the 1929 stock market crash, the causes of the Great Depression and how lessons from it can be applied today.
Baking With Julia Croissants With Esther McManus
Esther McManus prepares croissants filled with almond, chocolate or pâté; b'steeya.
In Julia's Kitchen With Master Chefs Roberto Donna
Roberto Donna; pizza margherita; pallone.