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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 Stephan Pyles, Jeff Blank, Cindy Black, Nancy Weiss, Molly McCall, Gary Darling, and Rex Hale. It features home-cooks Ray Calhoun and Minnie Wafford who prepare their own regional favorites.