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Create's gift specialists show you unique holiday shops & crafts

The Gift of Giving

Sunday, Dec. 1 Noon to 6 p.m. on WV PBS.2

The old adage states, “it’s better to give, than to receive”. With the holiday season approaching quickly, take notes from our gift specialists Katie Brown, Joseph Rosendo, Donna Dewberry and Nancy Zieman. They’ll take you to the finest holiday markets and you’ll learn how to add that extra special detail to a homemade gift. Show someone how much you care with the gifts of love that you give.

Noon – Joseph Rosendo’s Travelscope “Christmas In Switzerland” — Visit Lausanne, Montreux and Basel to explore some of Switzerland’s best Christmas Markets.

12:30 p.m — Smart Travels – Europe with Rudy Maxa “Alpine Christmas” — Encounter bright markets, toasty ski lodges, glittering trees and festive music in Switzerland.

1:00 p.m.– Katie Brown Workshop “Gift Giving” — Tortellini and Turkey Meatball Soup, Strawberry Pesto and making your own buttons are showcased.

1:30 p.m. — Burt Wolf: Taste of Freedom “Hanukkah” — Uncover the holiday’s history, learn why certain treats are served and the secret of the dreidel.

2:00 p.m. – Donna Dewberry Show “Great Little Gifts” — Donna shares great ideas including easy borders on frames, small boxes and wearable art projects.

2:30 p.m. — European Christmas Markets — Visit charming markets in festively decorated cities and towns in Germany, France and Switzerland.

3:00 p.m. — Katie Brown Workshop “Gifts Galore” — Designer breadsticks, irresistible pretzels, dressed-up store-bought gifts and a gift box topiary.

3:30 p.m. — Burt Wolf: Travels & Traditions “Christmas In Vienna, Austria” — Get a real understanding of one of the world’s most popular holidays, while touring famous markets.

4:00 p.m. — Katie Brown Workshop “Gifts” — Presents include Granola, matzo ball soup, tomato sauce and croutons and a custom gift-wrap tags.

4:30 p.m. — Travelscope “Germany’s Holiday Markets” — Joseph celebrates the season by exploring Northern Germany’s Christmas markets.

5:00 p.m. — Sewing with Nancy “Fast and Fleecy Accessories, Part 1” — Scarves, wraps and capes can easily be sewn or serged with a little sewing know how from Nancy.

5:30 p.m. — Joy of Kosher with Jamie Geller: Chanukah Special — The bestselling cookbook author celebrates Jewish cuisine and shares her favorite Chanukah recipes.

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Create^® TV’s Sundays on WV PBS.2 present a full day of how-to programs focusing on a specific theme. Explore a country, from history to food. Prepare for a holiday, from traditions to recipes. Every Sunday from Noon to 6 p.m. on WV PBS.2.

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Pack your bags, we’re out the door! Ever wonder about those beautiful villages that don’t get the hype of the Paris and Romes of the world? Or those tiny towns nestled on the coastline or cradled in a valley that tourists just pass on by? Intrepid world travelers Rudy Maxa, Darley Newman and David Yetman are taking you to the hidden gems that have everything plus a little small town charm.

Noon – Equitrekking – “Turkey’s Coast, Cappadocia & Istanbul” A bustling downtown market and shopping district is visited in the capital city of Amman.

12:30 p.m. — Martin Yan’s Hidden China – “Exploring The Naxi Culture” Martin visits with the gentle Naxi people in picturesque Shuhe, China’s most ancient village.

1:00 p.m. — Rick Steves’ Europe – “Belgium: Bruges and Brussels” Visit the European Union, a medieval hospital, a carillon concert and Europe’s grandest square.

1:30 p.m. — The Seasoned Traveler – “Croatia and Bosnia-Hercegovina” Visit the Croatian Riviera, the windblown island of Krk, the Istrian peninsula & enthralling towns.

2:00 p.m. — Taste This! – “Comfort Food in a Small Town” Honu Kitchen and Cocktails is visited and a hearty eggplant, pasta dish and a desert are created.

2:30 p.m. — In The Americas with David Yetman – “The Cry for Mexican Independence” On September 16 each year, Mexicans commemorate the “Grito,” the call for independence from Spain.

3:00 p.m. — Rick Steves’ Europe Classics – “France’s Alsace” Savor the cuisine and art of Colmar and visit Alsatian wine road and the birthplace of Champagne.

3:30 p.m. — Rudy Maxa’s World – “South Africa: Garden Route & Wine Country” A beautiful drive on a rugged, gorgeous coastline includes a visit to the village of Franschhoek.

4:00 p.m. – Travelscope – “Swiss Roots” Joseph’s wife Julie searches for her roots in Lucerne. Mount Pilatus and Lake Lucerne are explored.

4:30 p.m. — Burt Wolf: Travels & Traditions – “Siena and Assisi, Italy” Burt visits the Basilica of St. Francis and tours of one of Italy’s most important wineries.

5:00 p.m. — Clodagh’s Irish Food Trails – “Valentia, Co. Kerry” Clodagh goes fishing in the clear waters around Valentia Island and shows a way to cook shrimp.

5:30 p.m. — Smart Travels – Europe with Rudy Maxa – “Provence” Driving tours of the Alpilles and Luberon regions lead to the red rock village of Rousillion.

Spend your Sundays with themed marathons

Create® TV’s Sundays on WV PBS.2 present a full day of how-to programs focusing on a specific theme. Explore a country, from history to food. Prepare for a holiday, from traditions to recipes. Every Sunday from Noon to 6 p.m. on WV PBS.2.

Next week: Thank-full

Meals on the go, and something to take them in

Take It to Go

Sunday, Nov. 10 Noon to 6 p.m. on WV PBS.2

This time of year, everyone has something to do and some place to go. This means that taking the time to make a healthy, home-cooked meal for the family to enjoy can become very difficult. Learn how to create simple, healthful, flavorful meals and a unique bag to take it all with you. Sara Moulton, Laura Theodore and Mary Ann Esposito are the chefs who are up for the challenge! Not to be outdone, our sewing mavens Martha Pullen and Nancy Zieman, make it easy for you to take your meals with you. See them all on Take It to Go.

Noon — Sewing with Nancy — Use savvy techniques for both decorative and functional changes to your bag patterns.

12:30 p.m. – The Jazzy Vegetarian — Pasta with Broccoli and Sun Dried Tomatoes, Warm Bakery Bread and Avocado Cashew Salad are served.

1:00 p.m. – Hey Kids, Let’s Cook — Himmel un Erde (which means of heaven and earth) and a mashed potatoes and apple dish are made.

Knit and Crochet Now! hosts Brett Bara and Maggie Pace.

1:30 p.m. – Knit and Crochet Now! — A filet market bag is crocheted and a fun cable scarf is knitted. Debbie Bliss is interviewed.

2:00 p.m. – Sara’s Weeknight Meals — Meals include Spicy Roast Pork, Pork Banh Mi Sandwiches, Sauteed Duck Breasts and Peking Duck Wraps.

2:30 p.m. – Martha’s Sewing Room — Constructing a small zippered clutch and converting a shorts pattern to make skorts are featured.

3:00 p.m. – New Scandinavian Cooking — Features Memma, an old Rye-based Finnish dessert and a Roast Served with a variety of Vegetables.

3:30 p.m. – It’s Sew Easy — Colbey Decker starts out with “little M’s” bag – a mini drawstring backpack featuring button holes.

4:00 p.m. – The Jazzy Vegetarian — Eggless Egg Salad, grilled Reuben Sandwiches and Jazzy Vegetarian Not Liver are prepared.

Christina Pirello hosts of Christina Cooks.

4:30 p.m. – Christina Cooks — In this practical show, Christina goes from main course to dessert quickly, easily and deliciously.

5:00 p.m. – Martha’s Sewing Room — Constructing a small zippered clutch and converting a shorts pattern to make skorts are featured.

5:30 p.m. – Ciao Italia — Chicken with Lemon and Herbs, Steak with Caper Sauce and a Stuffed Portabello Mushroom Quiche.

Spend your Sundays with themed marathons

Next week: Hidden Valley Gems

Vic Rallo's Italy

Vic Rallo’s Italy

Sunday, Nov. 3 Noon to 6 p.m. on WV PBS.2

Your Italian adventure begins now, with chef Vic Rallo! See Italy as you have never seen this beautiful country before. Vic proudly takes you to the regions where our favorite Italian dishes and wines hail from. This food trip will leave you wanting more, and in Italy there’s always more!

Noon – “Close to Home” – Cheese artistry; in Piedmont, three quick recipes from Mama Maria-Summer: Bagna Cauda, Herb Fritters and Summer Salad; Vic tries organic beekeeping; Branzino (Mediterranean Sea Bass) and Organic Honey; Tuscan Chicken Salad.

12:30 p.m. – “Art Imitates Food” — Vic’s clean, simple and easy method for frying calamari; Moscato, Italy’s “Old New Kid on the Block;” Classic Bean Soup; wine and art.

1:00 p.m. –“Going Deep” — A walk through Napoleon’s ancient wine tunnels; terroir – how wine gets its flavor; experimental vineyards produce new superstars; Roasted Cauliflower Salad; Canederli (Tyrolean dumplings).

1:30 p.m. – “Popping the Cork” — Yeast in sparkling wines; Michelin star Chef Christina DiRenaudi’s Plin recipe; Pomodoro sauce; Chicken Valdarnese.

2:00 p.m. – “The Best Ingredients” — A visit to Barolo Grand Cru vineyards; Michelin star Chef Stefano Cervelli’s Shrimp recipe; the Cheese Taster; Bagna Cauda recipe.

2:30 p.m. – “Technique and Quality” — Rice: Italy’s unsung grain; the Barolo Grand Cru Villages; changing of the guard in the Scavino family; Risotto al Gattinara recipe.

3:00 p.m. – “A Few Basics” — The King of Sardines; Lambrusco’s Second Act; Sicilian sweets; wine traditions at the ancient Abbey at Novacella.

3:30 p.m. – “Put Passion in Your Pantry” –Chef Salvatore Toscano’s Beef; Funghi Bruschetta; “wine couple” Rudy Kerschbaumer and Gabby Tauber; Emilia Nardi’s unique approach to wine making in Montalcino.

4:00 p.m. – “Gold in Them Hills” — White truffle hunt; Truffles and Eggs; Plin (ancient stuffed pasta); wine maker Giovanni Folinari; Chef Stefano Cervelli’s Pasta with Sea Urchins.

4:30 p.m. – “Off the Hook” — Vic visits a fish cannery and prepares sardines; the Cheese Taster; deMedici cookie recipe; Pappa Al Pomodoro (bread and tomato soup).

5:00 p.m. – “Two Passions” — Vic visits world bicycling legend and winemaker Francesco Moser; Chef Francesco Bracali’s Tuscan Pork; ancient food writers; vineyard micro-ownership.

5:30 p.m. — “Rice is Nice” — Italy’s unusual rice varieties; versatile Mascarapone cheese; Braised Beef, vineyard style; Italy’s young winemakers.

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