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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 Clive Duval, Douglas Dale, Rick O'Connell, Joaquin Gonzalez, Robert Del Grande, Rosalea Murphy, and Mark Miller. It features home-cook Bertie Varner, who prepares his own regional favorites.