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The Great Chefs series, produced by the Discovery Channel, presents famous chefs from around the globe, cooking favorite dishes from their renowned restaurants. This episode explores the Western United States for traditional dishes like tamales, refried beans, and biscochitos. Each episode features a home-cook who prepares a popular regional dish, and professional chefs who add their unique, sophisticated flair. This volume includes chefs Jimmy Schmidt, Carla Summer, Dennis Corradi, Mark Miller, Dean Fearing, Lydia Shire, and Jody Yovin. It features home-cooks Bertie Varner and Curtis Young who cook their own regional favorites.