TV Technical Issues
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Mon 5/06: very brief KQED DT9 OTA outage
(DT9.1, 9.2, 9.3) This morning we had a very brief outage of our over the air (OTA) coverage for KQED 9.1/9.2/9.3, which lasted apx 4 minutes. Most tuners will have found the channel again as soon as service was restored, but some may need to be rescanned for channel 9. This outage did not affect [...]
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Mon 4/22: KQEH OTA signal back on air
(DT54.1 through DT54.5) The Over the Air (OTA) signal from our KQEH transmitter on Monument Peak was restored at apx 6:35pm this evening. Most tuners should automatically find the signal, however some OTA viewers may need to do a rescan to restore reception.
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Mon 4/22: KQEH OTA planned overnight outage extended
Unexpected technical problems have been discovered at the KQEH transmitter site during planned maintenance overnight. KQED crews have identified the problem and are working to correct it as soon as possible. Please check back to this blog for status updates. Service to Comcast and other providers are uninterrupted.
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Check, Please! Bay Area
Check, Please! Bay Area
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Find a new restaurant or rediscover an old favorite with KQED's award-winning local food program. Each week, three guests join host Leslie Sbrocco for a lively discussion about their favorite Bay Area restaurants, making for a delicious half hour.
Check, Please! Bay Area Previous Broadcasts
Hunan Home's Restaurant, Radius Restaurant and Cafe, Guerilla Cafe (Episode #806H)
KQED 9: Wed, May 22, 2013 -- 1:00 PM
* The destination this time is Chinatown for scintillating seasonings and sizzling satisfaction at Hunan Home's Restaurant.
* Then off to SOMA where Radius Restaurant and Cafe proudly serves up modern California Cuisine using only local and fresh ingredients from the Bay Area.
* Finally, hipster meets gourmet at the delicious Berkeley breakfast and brunch spot, Guerilla Cafe.
Tropisueno, Bobo's and Pisces California (Episode #512H)
KQED Plus: Wed, May 22, 2013 -- 12:30 AM
Tropisueno Mexican Kitchen is a great place to congregate with friends for top-shelf Margaritas and hearty Mexican food. Next, a place decorated with an amusing touch of the circus, although the real spectacle is the special dry-aged steak at Bobo's. Finally, a little upscale neighborhood place with good food at reasonable prices at Pisces California Cuisine.
Baladie Gourmet Cafe, Sumi, Marche Aux Fleurs (Episode #223H)
KQED 9: Tue, May 21, 2013 -- 1:00 PM
Be prepared to perform a belly dance when you ring the bell at our first Middle Eastern eatery. Then Cal-fusion cuisine keeps the taste buds tapping. Finally, a sense of pastoral tranquility envelopes diners as they savor local flavors at our final stop.
La Folie, Aldo's Ristorante & Bar, Golden Lotus (Episode #221H)
KQED 9: Mon, May 20, 2013 -- 1:00 PM
An elegant setting, French menu and perfect service meets home-style Italian with a Sorrento born chef and authentic musical entertainment in this show. Both contrast the vegetarian restaurant with chicken, pork and beef on the menu.
Bocanova, Willi's Wine Bar, The Rotunda of Neiman Marcus (Episode #805H)
KQED 9: Sun, May 19, 2013 -- 4:30 PM
* Latin-inspired flavors thrill the palate at the Pan-American Grill, Bocanova, in Jack London Square.
* Next, small plates, local handpicked wine and worldly flavors abound at Willi's Wine Bar in Santa Rosa.
* Lastly, elegant and chic, The Rotunda of Neiman Marcus serves lunch, afternoon tea and lots of bubbles under its landmark, stained-glass dome in San Francisco.
Tropisueno, Bobo's and Pisces California (Episode #512H)
KQED Plus: Sun, May 19, 2013 -- 1:00 PM
Tropisueno Mexican Kitchen is a great place to congregate with friends for top-shelf Margaritas and hearty Mexican food. Next, a place decorated with an amusing touch of the circus, although the real spectacle is the special dry-aged steak at Bobo's. Finally, a little upscale neighborhood place with good food at reasonable prices at Pisces California Cuisine.
Capannina, Angeline's Louisiana Kitchen and Playground (Episode #303H)
KQED Life: Sun, May 19, 2013 -- 10:30 AM
Contemporary decorations and a menu featuring flavors from the Isle of Capri are available at our first restaurant. The next spot keeps its menu in the U.S. but travels south for a taste of New Orleans. Then it's off to Korea for some kimchee and karaoke.
Sichuan Fortune House, Manor , L'ardoise Bistro (Episode #510H)
KQED 9: Sat, May 18, 2013 -- 7:00 PM
Authentic, traditional Sichuan cooking shines at Sichuan Fortune House. Next, a humble spot called Manor Coffee Shop is caught in a time capsule and proud to call itself a diner. And lastly, an old-school, neighborhood French bistro, perfect for a dreamy, heart-warming meal is known as L'Ardoise Bistro.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED 9: Sun, May 19, 2013 -- 1:00 AM
Capannina, Angeline's Louisiana Kitchen and Playground (Episode #303H)
KQED Life: Sat, May 18, 2013 -- 6:30 PM
Contemporary decorations and a menu featuring flavors from the Isle of Capri are available at our first restaurant. The next spot keeps its menu in the U.S. but travels south for a taste of New Orleans. Then it's off to Korea for some kimchee and karaoke.
Buckeye Roadhouse, Canto do Brasil, Udupi Palace (Episode #214H)
KQED 9: Sat, May 18, 2013 -- 1:00 PM
Down-home comfort food with an elegant twist, professionally served in stately surroundings, make our first stop a destination spot. Then, Brazilian flavors take our taste buds south of the equator. The new flavors, music and dancing make this place an experience to remember. Finally, we journey west to sample Indian spices and a vegetarian menu in a place that's perfect for anyone on a budget.
Hunan Home's Restaurant, Radius Restaurant and Cafe, Guerilla Cafe (Episode #806H)
KQED 9: Fri, May 17, 2013 -- 8:30 PM
* The destination this time is Chinatown for scintillating seasonings and sizzling satisfaction at Hunan Home's Restaurant.
* Then off to SOMA where Radius Restaurant and Cafe proudly serves up modern California Cuisine using only local and fresh ingredients from the Bay Area.
* Finally, hipster meets gourmet at the delicious Berkeley breakfast and brunch spot, Guerilla Cafe.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED 9: Sat, May 18, 2013 -- 9:00 AM
- KQED 9: Sat, May 18, 2013 -- 2:30 AM
Da Lian, The Mountain House, Buca Di Beppo (Episode #219H)
KQED 9: Fri, May 17, 2013 -- 1:00 PM
Full platters, pleasure and parties are the plan at our first stop. Then authentic Northern Chinese flavors remind one guest of times past. And the long and winding road leads to a game-centric menu in a rural setting.
Hunan Home's Restaurant, Radius Restaurant and Cafe, Guerilla Cafe (Episode #806H)
KQED 9: Thu, May 16, 2013 -- 7:30 PM
* The destination this time is Chinatown for scintillating seasonings and sizzling satisfaction at Hunan Home's Restaurant.
* Then off to SOMA where Radius Restaurant and Cafe proudly serves up modern California Cuisine using only local and fresh ingredients from the Bay Area.
* Finally, hipster meets gourmet at the delicious Berkeley breakfast and brunch spot, Guerilla Cafe.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED 9: Sat, May 18, 2013 -- 9:00 AM
- KQED 9: Sat, May 18, 2013 -- 2:30 AM
- KQED 9: Fri, May 17, 2013 -- 1:30 AM
Pauline's Pizza, Rotee, La Foret (Episode #218H)
KQED 9: Thu, May 16, 2013 -- 1:00 PM
Classic and traditional, French cuisine is presented by tuxedoed waiters in an historic location. Family grown produce and wine support creative pizza in a trendy, white tablecloth place. And Pakistani and Indian aromas waft a greeting at the last destination.
Bocanova, Willi's Wine Bar, The Rotunda of Neiman Marcus (Episode #805H)
KQED 9: Wed, May 15, 2013 -- 1:00 PM
* Latin-inspired flavors thrill the palate at the Pan-American Grill, Bocanova, in Jack London Square.
* Next, small plates, local handpicked wine and worldly flavors abound at Willi's Wine Bar in Santa Rosa.
* Lastly, elegant and chic, The Rotunda of Neiman Marcus serves lunch, afternoon tea and lots of bubbles under its landmark, stained-glass dome in San Francisco.
Tropisueno, Bobo's and Pisces California (Episode #512H)
KQED Plus: Wed, May 15, 2013 -- 12:30 AM
Tropisueno Mexican Kitchen is a great place to congregate with friends for top-shelf Margaritas and hearty Mexican food. Next, a place decorated with an amusing touch of the circus, although the real spectacle is the special dry-aged steak at Bobo's. Finally, a little upscale neighborhood place with good food at reasonable prices at Pisces California Cuisine.
The Grubstake, Charanga, Viognier: The Restaurant at Draeger's (Episode #215H)
KQED 9: Tue, May 14, 2013 -- 1:00 PM
Breakfast, lunch and, dinner 'til late, keep this place, popular around the clock with its American and Portuguese offerings, it's open until four in the morning. Next, Cuban music provides the beat to a lively atmosphere with fresh ingredients adding flavor to the Pan-Latin cuisine at our second restaurant. Lastly, a wine grape lends its name to an elegant dining location with a menu to match, and, a perfectly chosen wine list.
Buckeye Roadhouse, Canto do Brasil, Udupi Palace (Episode #214H)
KQED 9: Mon, May 13, 2013 -- 1:00 PM
Down-home comfort food with an elegant twist, professionally served in stately surroundings, make our first stop a destination spot. Then, Brazilian flavors take our taste buds south of the equator. The new flavors, music and dancing make this place an experience to remember. Finally, we journey west to sample Indian spices and a vegetarian menu in a place that's perfect for anyone on a budget.
Chiaroscuro, Chef Chu's and Lanesplitter Pizza And (Episode #703H)
KQED 9: Sun, May 12, 2013 -- 4:30 PM
Chiaroscuro, Chef Chu's and Lanesplitter Pizza and Pub are the eateries selected by local diners. Will all three Bay Area diners agree on their favorites?
Pagolac, Della Santina & Zazie (Episode #511H)
KQED Plus: Sun, May 12, 2013 -- 1:00 PM
Pagolac: Mom's Vietnamese Kitchen is an elegant hole-in-the-wall where the food doesn't rely on presentation... just flavor. Next, a gated entry and pathway lead to Della Santina's Trattoria, with its open air patio, perfect for the Italian menu built of family recipes from Lucca. Finally, it's easy to drive past Zazie Restaurant, a hidden French Bistro with a cozy atmosphere and updated French menu.
New Kapadokia, Aperto and Masa's (Episode #302H)
KQED Life: Sun, May 12, 2013 -- 10:30 AM
Fragrant Turkish aromas and flavors are served up at our first eatery. Then we visit a little neighborhood spot featuring local ingredients presented on an Italian menu. Finally, chic dining in elegant surroundings and perfect service make our last visit memorable.
Addis, Woodhouse Fish Co., Panama Hotel & Restaura (Episode #509H)
KQED 9: Sat, May 11, 2013 -- 7:00 PM
Using your fingers and sharing makes for a perfect meal at Addis Ethiopian Restaurant. At Woodhouse Fish Company you can navigate through the crab-shack fare to find both traditional and innovative seafood dishes. Lastly, you'll find the little bed and breakfast place called the Panama Hotel and Restaurant tucked away in a residential area serving up Californian cuisine with a twist.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED 9: Sun, May 12, 2013 -- 1:00 AM
New Kapadokia, Aperto and Masa's (Episode #302H)
KQED Life: Sat, May 11, 2013 -- 6:30 PM
Fragrant Turkish aromas and flavors are served up at our first eatery. Then we visit a little neighborhood spot featuring local ingredients presented on an Italian menu. Finally, chic dining in elegant surroundings and perfect service make our last visit memorable.
Dona Thomas, Amber India, Scala's Bistro (Episode #209H)
KQED 9: Sat, May 11, 2013 -- 1:00 PM
Fresh, seasonal ingredients are transformed into Mexican food at our first restaurant, a casual place for all. The second stop is northern Indian. This restaurant has white tablecloths and stellar service as well as great flavors and wonderful bread. The third place has dramatic architectural elements and walls adorned with murals. The bar scene is hip and the northern Italian food keeps customers satisfied.
Bocanova, Willi's Wine Bar, The Rotunda of Neiman Marcus (Episode #805H)
KQED 9: Fri, May 10, 2013 -- 8:30 PM
* Latin-inspired flavors thrill the palate at the Pan-American Grill, Bocanova, in Jack London Square.
* Next, small plates, local handpicked wine and worldly flavors abound at Willi's Wine Bar in Santa Rosa.
* Lastly, elegant and chic, The Rotunda of Neiman Marcus serves lunch, afternoon tea and lots of bubbles under its landmark, stained-glass dome in San Francisco.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED 9: Sat, May 11, 2013 -- 9:00 AM
- KQED 9: Sat, May 11, 2013 -- 2:30 AM
Sonoma-Meritage Martini Oyster Bar & Grill, Cajun Pacific Restaurant & Catering, House of Prime Rib (Episode #213H)
KQED 9: Fri, May 10, 2013 -- 1:00 PM
Cocktails, wine, fresh seafood and game are the dining foundation of restaurant number one this week. Then, at restaurant number two, the flavors of Louisiana spice up the table in a tiny spot near the Ocean. Lastly, at restaurant number three, the menu brings new meaning to the phrase: 'Where's the beef?'
Bocanova, Willi's Wine Bar, The Rotunda of Neiman Marcus (Episode #805H)
KQED 9: Thu, May 9, 2013 -- 7:30 PM
* Latin-inspired flavors thrill the palate at the Pan-American Grill, Bocanova, in Jack London Square.
* Next, small plates, local handpicked wine and worldly flavors abound at Willi's Wine Bar in Santa Rosa.
* Lastly, elegant and chic, The Rotunda of Neiman Marcus serves lunch, afternoon tea and lots of bubbles under its landmark, stained-glass dome in San Francisco.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED 9: Sat, May 11, 2013 -- 9:00 AM
- KQED 9: Sat, May 11, 2013 -- 2:30 AM
- KQED 9: Fri, May 10, 2013 -- 1:30 AM
Jardiniere, Esperpento, Trattoria La Siciliana (Episode #212H)
KQED 9: Thu, May 9, 2013 -- 1:00 PM
Elegance describes the first restaurant featured on this week's show. It's a special occasion place, with a French-California menu and extensive wine list. Traditional tapas is served in a informal setting at the next stop. A friendly place where traveling musicians stop in to play. Lastly Sicilian flavors in a small, chaotic space made for sharing in a casual atmosphere.
Pompei's Grotto, Lillie Mae's House of Soul Food, SPQR (Episode #804H)
KQED 9: Wed, May 8, 2013 -- 1:00 PM
* Our first restaurant, Pompei's Grotto, is a family owned spot on Fisherman's Wharf that's been serving up fresh seafood since 1946. < br />* Next, Lillie Mae's House of Soul Food in Santa Clara makes homemade Southern comfort staples that satisfy heart and soul.
*Finally, combining a bustling San Francisco vibe with an intimate and cozy setting, SPQR delivers authentic, modern Italian cuisine and original Italian wine from small producers.
Pagolac, Della Santina & Zazie (Episode #511H)
KQED Plus: Wed, May 8, 2013 -- 12:30 AM
Pagolac: Mom's Vietnamese Kitchen is an elegant hole-in-the-wall where the food doesn't rely on presentation... just flavor. Next, a gated entry and pathway lead to Della Santina's Trattoria, with its open air patio, perfect for the Italian menu built of family recipes from Lucca. Finally, it's easy to drive past Zazie Restaurant, a hidden French Bistro with a cozy atmosphere and updated French menu.
Pear Street Bistro, Sociale, Presidio Bowling Center Grill (Episode #210H)
KQED 9: Tue, May 7, 2013 -- 1:00 PM
This week's show visits a place that encourages the locals to get together with a Californian menu to suit all tastes. Then a tucked away haven in the city, where you can sit outside come rain or shine and enjoy an Italian influenced menu. Lastly, somewhere to fit in a hamburger between a game of . . . Well, you'll see.
Dona Thomas, Amber India, Scala's Bistro (Episode #209H)
KQED 9: Mon, May 6, 2013 -- 1:00 PM
Fresh, seasonal ingredients are transformed into Mexican food at our first restaurant, a casual place for all. The second stop is northern Indian. This restaurant has white tablecloths and stellar service as well as great flavors and wonderful bread. The third place has dramatic architectural elements and walls adorned with murals. The bar scene is hip and the northern Italian food keeps customers satisfied.
Pompei's Grotto, Lillie Mae's House of Soul Food, SPQR (Episode #804H)
KQED 9: Sun, May 5, 2013 -- 4:30 PM
* Our first restaurant, Pompei's Grotto, is a family owned spot on Fisherman's Wharf that's been serving up fresh seafood since 1946. < br />* Next, Lillie Mae's House of Soul Food in Santa Clara makes homemade Southern comfort staples that satisfy heart and soul.
*Finally, combining a bustling San Francisco vibe with an intimate and cozy setting, SPQR delivers authentic, modern Italian cuisine and original Italian wine from small producers.
Bellanico, Davey Jones Deli and Gamine (Episode #701H)
KQED Life: Sun, May 5, 2013 -- 10:30 AM
Bellanico, Davey Jones Deli and Gamine are the restaurants selected by local diners. Will the three guests agree on their Bay Area favorites?
Pompei's Grotto, Lillie Mae's House of Soul Food, SPQR (Episode #804H)
KQED 9: Fri, May 3, 2013 -- 8:30 PM
* Our first restaurant, Pompei's Grotto, is a family owned spot on Fisherman's Wharf that's been serving up fresh seafood since 1946. < br />* Next, Lillie Mae's House of Soul Food in Santa Clara makes homemade Southern comfort staples that satisfy heart and soul.
*Finally, combining a bustling San Francisco vibe with an intimate and cozy setting, SPQR delivers authentic, modern Italian cuisine and original Italian wine from small producers.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED 9: Sat, May 4, 2013 -- 2:30 AM
Shalizaar, South Park Cafe, Forbes Island (Episode #207H)
KQED 9: Fri, May 3, 2013 -- 1:00 PM
Large portions of genuine Persian food make this family restaurant a relaxed place to visit. The same can be said for the next location, off a park, in the middle of the city, but here the food is traditional French. While, it takes a boat ride to get to our last, a California inspired dining establishment.
Pompei's Grotto, Lillie Mae's House of Soul Food, SPQR (Episode #804H)
KQED 9: Thu, May 2, 2013 -- 7:30 PM
* Our first restaurant, Pompei's Grotto, is a family owned spot on Fisherman's Wharf that's been serving up fresh seafood since 1946. < br />* Next, Lillie Mae's House of Soul Food in Santa Clara makes homemade Southern comfort staples that satisfy heart and soul.
*Finally, combining a bustling San Francisco vibe with an intimate and cozy setting, SPQR delivers authentic, modern Italian cuisine and original Italian wine from small producers.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED 9: Sat, May 4, 2013 -- 2:30 AM
- KQED Life: Fri, May 3, 2013 -- 1:30 AM
- KQED 9: Fri, May 3, 2013 -- 1:30 AM
- KQED Life: Thu, May 2, 2013 -- 7:30 PM
Maverick, Izakaya Yuzuki, Souk Savanh (Episode #803H)
KQED 9: Wed, May 1, 2013 -- 1:00 PM
* For an elegant twist on comfort food, good wine and hospitality we go to Maverick in San Francisco.
* We stay in San Francisco and visit Izakaya Yuzuki, a sake house with fine Japanese food made from the freshest of local and imported ingredients.
* Lastly, Souk Savanh's calm gentle vibe and bold Lao and Thai flavors are a hidden gem in Oakland.
Sichuan Fortune House, Manor , L'ardoise Bistro (Episode #510H)
KQED Plus: Wed, May 1, 2013 -- 12:30 AM
Authentic, traditional Sichuan cooking shines at Sichuan Fortune House. Next, a humble spot called Manor Coffee Shop is caught in a time capsule and proud to call itself a diner. And lastly, an old-school, neighborhood French bistro, perfect for a dreamy, heart-warming meal is known as L'Ardoise Bistro.
Repeat Broadcasts:
- KQED 9: Sun, May 19, 2013 -- 1:00 AM
