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If you thought you knew everything you needed to know about autism, think again. Prepare to have your preconceptions challenged by this intelligent, moving, and gripping exploration of the controversy surrounding Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), an intensive intervention used to treat autism. Parents who want ABA for their children passionately believe that it is the best way to teach a child new skills and to help them function in mainstream society,...
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Food enthusiasts around the world have long praised meat, in all its varieties, as a pinnacle of culinary delight. But a certain amount of skill is needed to deliver a dish of beef or poultry that is not tough or dried out. In this program, a professional chef gives step-by-step instructions on how to prepare meat before cooking, while also guiding viewers through the identification of different cuts, their packaging and storage, hygiene and safety...
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What are the three steps all chefs should begin with before cooking meat? How long does meat need to rest after being cooked? What is the best way to make a meal from a tough cut of meat? In this program, professional chef Andrew Sankey explains the basics of preparing meat, then provides a how-to for a variety of cooking techniques. Demonstrating methods for roasting, frying, grilling, stewing, braising, and larding, Sankey also covers internal temperatures,...
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Vegetables, often overlooked as bland accompaniments to a main dish, can take center stage when prepared by a knowledgeable chef. In this program, industry professional Andrew Sankey demonstrates cooking techniques that bring out the flavor while preserving the nutrients of a variety of vegetables. Viewers will learn how to braise, roast, steam, grill, flame grill, and stir-fry while becoming familiar with common cooking terminology. The selection...
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Should mushrooms be washed before using? What is the best way to store potatoes? Is "buying local" always the most eco-friendly option? This appealing, practical program is led by professional chef Andrew Sankey, who shows viewers how to classify, select, and store fruits and vegetables. Sankey also demonstrates three simple techniques for creating vegetable garnishes, including the brunoise cut used in most restaurants. The important concept of food...
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In 1929, an impoverished nine-year-old named Chiyo is sold to a geisha house in Kyoto's Gion district and subjected to cruel treatment from the owners and the head geisha Hatsumomo. Her stunning beauty attracts the vindictive jealousy in Hatsumomo and she is rescued by Hatsumomo's bitter rival, Mameha. Under Mameha's mentorship, Chiyo becomes the geisha named Sayuri, trained in all the artistic and social skills a geisha must master in order to survive...
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In 1929, an impoverished nine-year-old named Chiyo is sold to a geisha house in Kyoto's Gion district and subjected to cruel treatment from the owners and the head geisha Hatsumomo. Her stunning beauty attracts the vindictive jealousy in Hatsumomo and she is rescued by Hatsumomo's bitter rival, Mameha. Under Mameha's mentorship, Chiyo becomes the geisha named Sayuri, trained in all the artistic and social skills a geisha must master in order to survive...