November on WNED thinkbright Create | Preview
This month, Create will air 74 shows, including a dozen premieres. Here's a sampling.
Enjoy a round-the-clock broadcast of the most popular lifestyle and how-to programming seen on public television.
Explore more at the WNED thinkbright Create website.
WHERE TO WATCH CREATE
Broadcast Channel -WNED-HD2 over-the-air 17.2
Time-Warner/Spectrum
Erie – 21, 1275
Niagara - 1275
Genesee, Wyoming, Monroe, Livingston,
Orleans - 1277
Dunkirk & Silver Creek – 19, 1275
Fredonia - 17, 1275
Verizon FiOS - 472
Comcast Cable (Northwest PA) – 243
Settle in each weekend to watch your favorite shows in one binge-worthy format. Each Saturday and Sunday, Create airs a programming marathon centered around a theme — a holiday, a country, a particular food, even a single show. All the excitement of a marathon without leaving your couch!
The marathon airs on Saturday from 6am - 12pm, with encores on Saturday from 6:00 pm - 12:00 am and Sunday from 12pm - 6pm.
Remembering Nancy
November 2 & November 3
Join Create as we remember and celebrate public television pioneer Nancy Zieman’s life with a six-hour marathon of her series. Nancy’s warm presence and easy to follow instructions will have you sewing like a pro in no time.Join Create as we remember and celebrate public television pioneer Nancy Zieman’s life with a six-hour marathon of her series. Nancy’s warm presence and easy to follow instructions will have you sewing like a pro in no time.
Cook’s Country Cravings
November 9 & November 10
You’ll be right at home with this back-to-back block of Cook’s Country episodes. Bridget, Julia and the rest of the Cook’s Country team will have you craving for more and more yummy cuisine. From pork chops, to tacos, to shrimp po’ boys, to brisket and much more. There’s something for everyone to enjoy. Come to the table because it’s time to eat.You’ll be right at home with this back-to-back block of Cook’s Country episodes. Bridget, Julia and the rest of the Cook’s Country team will have you craving for more and more yummy cuisine. From pork chops, to tacos, to shrimp po’ boys, to brisket and much more. There’s something for everyone to enjoy. Come to the table because it’s time to eat.
Marcus’ Food Tour
November 16 & November 17
Take an international culinary journey with Chef Marcus Samuelsson without leaving the United States. Marcus treks to Miami for Haitian food, Detroit for Middle Eastern food and to the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C. for Ethiopian food. He makes other stops in New Orleans, Chicago and Queens, New York. Get a taste of culture and sense of community as we travel from city to city.Take an international culinary journey with Chef Marcus Samuelsson without leaving the United States. Marcus treks to Miami for Haitian food, Detroit for Middle Eastern food and to the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C. for Ethiopian food. He makes other stops in New Orleans, Chicago and Queens, New York. Get a taste of culture and sense of community as we travel from city to city.
Thank-full
November 23 & November 24
REPEATS THANKSGIVING DAY THURSDAY, NOV. 28 @ 0600-1200
It’s that time of year again…Turkey time! The family is coming over for a feast, and you and your guests will be Thank-full with the help of Kevin Belton, the ATK crew, Vivian Howard and Sara Moulton. While style expert Christy Rost will offer tips to bring a festive look to your dinner table. This Thanksgiving dinner, with all the bells and whistles, will be talked about for years to come!
Home with Lidia
November 30 & December 1
We’re going on an adventure with Lidia Bastianich, on “Lidia Celebrates America” that will take us across the country to experience different families’ cultural legacies and how food plays a role in that rich legacy. Then, we head back to Lidia’s kitchen for a sample of her tasty Italian dishes and the fond memories of her childhood.
The Create Cooking Challenge 2018!
Winners Announced
Have you got what it takes to join WNED thinkbright Create's distinguished chefs? We asked viewers to send us their best tip, project, or recipe, and enter to win one of 18 prizes, from Create merchandise to their own web series!
Our esteemed final judges this year included: Rick Bayless, host of Mexico ‐ One Plate at a Time; Joanne Weir, from Joanne Weir’s Plates and Places; Kevin Belton, from New Orleans Cooking With Kevin Belton; Ellie Krieger, from Ellie’s Real Good Food; and, Grand Prize winner of the Create Cooking Challenge 2017, Buki Elegbede.
Selected from a nationwide pool of entries by judges who are among public television’s best known chefs, Kiya Schnorr from New York City, claims the Grand Prize, receiving $4,000 and production equipment valued at approximately $1,000 to finance and produce a web series of 10 two-minute videos to appear on CreateTV.com. Second Prize Winner, Kristina Vanni, also from New York City, was awarded $1,000 and production equipment valued at approximately $1,000 to finance and produce a web series of three, two-minute videos for CreateTV.com.
WNED thinkbright Create viewers submitted some wonderful entries to the Create Cooking Challenge Challenge!
See the culinary talent simmering in Western New York!
Cheater Bolognese
Nancy Gaglione | Williamsville, NY
About:
I am a 70 widow who loves to nourish pals and family. French grandmother who could cook anything. Make something from nothing.
Cooking experience: My whole life
Why entered: Do what I love!
Dion's Shrimp & Grits
Dion Crowder | Buffalo, NY
About:
I love to cook and grill. I'm a very competitive person who just likes to have fun!
Cooking experience: I am a self taught home cook. I've worked in a few restaurants, but 90% of my cooking , I've done on my own.
Why entered: Do what I love!
Ice Cream Hacks with the Roaring Cupcake
Angela Vazquez | Buffalo, NY
About:
A sweets and treats obsessed home cook. I'm happiest when mixing a big bowl of butter and sugar and I ALWAYS have room for dessert!
Cooking experience: I'm a home cook with a culinary background. I worked professionally as a baker and cake decorator but I've loved baking since I was 10.
Why entered: As a lifelong fan of public television, I've always wanted to share what I have learned to others who have the same passion in the kitchen.
Eggs Florentine
Jake Nabasny | Buffalo, NY
About:
I am a translator and PhD student in Comparative Literature at the University at Buffalo. I live with my wife, Ashley, and our two cats.
Cooking experience: : I loved egg drop soup so much as a kid, I learned how to make it. Four years ago I became a vegetarian and got creative in the kitchen.
Why entered: : Sharing food is enjoyable, but sharing recipes is empowering. I'd like to share my knowledge with as many people as possible.
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