Season 2, Episode 6: Roots - Sean Brock
Mind of a Chef: Season 2 - Sean Brock & April Bloomfield • 23m
Many chefs have their first exposure to cooking at a young age. For Sean Brock, who was born and raised in rural Virginia, it was the experience of his family growing their own food that left a deep impression. In this episode, Sean explores his roots, prepares a typical Appalachian dinner, cooks chicken and dumplings with his mom, throws down with chef Joseph Lenn at Blackberry Farms, and learns how to make fried okra and country ham on the farm.
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Season 2, Episode 7: Low Country BBQ ...
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Season 2, Episode 8: Senegal - Sean B...
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Season 2, Episode 9: London - April B...
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