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
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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.
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New Kapadokia, Aperto and Masa's (#302H) Duration: 27:24 STEREO TVG
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.
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- KQED 9: Sat, May 25, 2013 -- 2:30am
Baladie Gourmet Cafe, Sumi, Marche Aux Fleurs (#223H) Duration: 28:04 STEREO TVG
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.
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- KQED 9: Sat, May 25, 2013 -- 9:00am
La Folie, Aldo's Ristorante & Bar, Golden Lotus (#221H) Duration: 28:15 STEREO TVG
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.
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- KQED 9: Sat, May 25, 2013 -- 1:00pm
Anchor Oyster Bar & Seafood Market, Lalime's Restaurant & Indian Aroma (#305H) Duration: 27:28 STEREO TVG
Seafood and seafood only is on the menu at our first restaurant - you might have to wait in line but many say it's worth it. A sustainable, Californian menu is served in elegant surroundings at the second spot. Finally, aromas Bengali spices greet guests at the last featured eatery.
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- KQED Life: Sat, May 25, 2013 -- 6:30pm
- KQED Life: Sun, May 26, 2013 -- 10:30am
- KQED 9: Tue, May 28, 2013 -- 1:00pm email reminder
- KQED 9: Fri, Jun 14, 2013 -- 8:30pm email reminder
- KQED 9: Sat, Jun 15, 2013 -- 2:30am email reminder
Pagolac, Della Santina & Zazie (#511H) Duration: 26:48 STEREO TVG
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.
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- KQED 9: Sat, May 25, 2013 -- 7:00pm
- KQED 9: Sun, May 26, 2013 -- 1:00am
Tropisueno, Bobo's and Pisces California (#512H) Duration: 26:48 STEREO TVG
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.
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- KQED Plus: Sun, May 26, 2013 -- 1:00pm
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Hunan Home's Restaurant, Radius Restaurant and Cafe, Guerilla Cafe (#806H) Duration: 26:46 STEREO TVG
* 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.
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- KQED 9: Sun, May 26, 2013 -- 4:30pm email reminder
Stella Alpina Osteria, Bette's Oceanview Diner, Chou Chou (#306H) Duration: 26:08 STEREO TVG
Fresh, local, Northern Italian-flavors mark this subterranean osteria as our first stop. Next, a diner that's been serving breakfast and lunch for more than 20 years. Finally, we cross the Atlantic again for a visit to a French bistro with a host brimming with personality.
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- KQED 9: Wed, May 29, 2013 -- 1:00pm email reminder
- KQED Life: Sun, Jun 16, 2013 -- 10:30am email reminder
- KQED 9: Fri, Jun 21, 2013 -- 8:30pm email reminder
- KQED 9: Sat, Jun 22, 2013 -- 2:30am email reminder
Le Charm French Bistro, Vung Tau Restaurant, Nopa (#308H) Duration: 27:25 STEREO TVG
Our first guest chooses elegant French food in an eatery south of Market. Then, with a plethora of Vietnamese restaurants in the area, our next guest chooses one as his favorite. Finally, guest number 3 hits a popular spot with a sustainable menu that stays open late.
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- KQED 9: Fri, May 31, 2013 -- 1:00pm email reminder
- KQED Life: Sun, Jun 23, 2013 -- 10:30am email reminder
- KQED 9: Fri, Jun 28, 2013 -- 8:30pm email reminder
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Capannina, Angeline's Louisiana Kitchen and Playground (#303H) Duration: 27:18 STEREO TVG
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.
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- KQED 9: Fri, May 31, 2013 -- 8:30pm email reminder
- KQED 9: Sat, Jun 1, 2013 -- 2:30am email reminder
Chez Maman, Half Moon Bay Brewing Company, Kirala (#309H) Duration: 26:17 STEREO TVG
With a counter and 2 tables inside, and 3 tables outside, our first place is small - small, but with lots of French bistro and American fare. Space is not an issue at the next venue - with the Ocean right outside, it serves up a varied menu. Finally, a Japanese place where sushi and a Robata grill are the main features.
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- KQED 9: Mon, Jun 10, 2013 -- 1:00pm email reminder
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- KQED Life: Sun, Jun 30, 2013 -- 10:30am email reminder
Mescolanza Restaurant, Basque Cultural Center, Alexander's Steakhouse (#401H) Duration: 26:51 STEREO TVG
Season 4 begins with an Italian spot that's been around for more than 20 years. It's easy to miss, so keep your eyes peeled for this cozy little place specializing in pasta and pizzetta. The next restaurant is housed in a large complex - not the place for romantic ambiance, but the food is traditional, priced right and so good. Finally, Wagyu beef and high end gourmet ingredients are the specialty at our last destination, so be prepared to open up your taste buds and your wallet for that something special!
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- KQED 9: Tue, Jun 11, 2013 -- 1:00pm email reminder
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Coco 5oo, Crogan's Montclair, Red Jade (#403H) Duration: 27:06 STEREO TVG
We begin with CoCo 5OO for fresh ingredients at the table and the bar. Next a visit to Crogan's Montclair for traditional fare. Lastly we try green onion pancakes at the Chinese restaurant called Red Jade.
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- KQED 9: Fri, Jun 14, 2013 -- 1:00pm email reminder
- KQED 9: Sun, Jun 16, 2013 -- 4:30pm email reminder
Miller's East Coast West Delicatessen, Picante, Da Flora (#203H) Duration: 26:13 STEREO TVG
Authentic ingredients flown in from New York, make this delicatessen a special find; while flavors cultivated from a love affair with Mexico are the inspiration at our next stop. And finally the Veneto region of Italy is the focus, with just a dab of Hungarian.
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- KQED Life: Sat, Jun 15, 2013 -- 6:30pm email reminder
Borobudur Restaurant, Alegria's, Poggio (#404H) Duration: 26:21 STEREO TVG
Indonesian food starts the show at Borobudur Restaurant. Then traditional Spanish cuisine at Alegria's. Finally we visit Poggio for an Italian dining experience.
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- KQED 9: Mon, Jun 17, 2013 -- 1:00pm email reminder
Indian Palace, Thanh Long, Oliveto Cafe and Restaurant (#405H) Duration: 27:16 STEREO TVG
First Indian Palace delivers traditional recipes in an unlikely location, followed by crab, crab and more crab at Thanh Long. Then it's Italian elegance served up at Oliveto Cafe and Restaurant.
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- KQED 9: Tue, Jun 18, 2013 -- 1:00pm email reminder
Zeni Ethiopian, Quinn's Lighthouse, Aquerello (#406H) Duration: 27:26 STEREO TVG
The unexpected unites the three restaurants this week. Zeni Ethiopian Restaurant's surprising location makes it a "find". Flying peanuts hitting the floor at Quinn's Lighthouse Restaurant & Pub make a casual statement while Aquerello's historical location support the quiet elegance of the old church's surroundings.
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- KQED 9: Fri, Jun 21, 2013 -- 1:00pm email reminder
- KQED 9: Sun, Jun 23, 2013 -- 4:30pm email reminder
The Old Clam House, Gialina, Mustards Grill (#407H) Duration: 26:03 STEREO TVG
A turn of the century building has housed The Old Clam House for over 100 years and its still serving some of the same fare. In contrast, Gialina has only been around for three years and delivers a contemporary menu. American food traditions continue at Mustards Grill, which celebrated its 25th birthday in 2008.
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- KQED 9: Mon, Jun 24, 2013 -- 1:00pm email reminder
- KQED 9: Sat, Jun 29, 2013 -- 1:00pm email reminder
Hayes Street Grill, Mama's On Washington Square, (#408H) Duration: 26:22 STEREO TVG
First, we take a stop at Hayes Street Grill, a local institution that stands on its reputation for the best and freshest fish around. Then, we cozy up to a little family-run spot called Mama's on Washington Square where they serve up a menu with fresh waffles and pancakes for breakfast, brunch and lunch. Sahn Maru Korean BBQ offers more than just barbecue. Its traditional Korean fare comes with warm, family-friendly service and plenty of tasty banchan (small side dishes).
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- KQED 9: Tue, Jun 25, 2013 -- 1:00pm email reminder
- KQED 9: Sat, Jun 29, 2013 -- 9:00am email reminder
Joe's of Westlake, La Mediterranee, Roy's Restaurant (#409H) Duration: 26:21 STEREO TVG
Joe's of Westlake has been an old-time favorite dining spot for decades. Cocktails aren't new or trendy in this classic lounge, where live music is performed five nights a week. Next, take a trip to La Mediterranee, a casual and lively setting with authentic Greek, Armenian and Middle Eastern cuisine, adequate portions and professional staff. Then, close your eyes and imagine the Island breezes carrying the aromas of delicious, inventive sauces at Roy's Restaurant. You won't get burned by the sun, but you will get a great view of the open kitchen.
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- KQED 9: Wed, Jun 26, 2013 -- 1:00pm email reminder
- KQED 9: Sun, Jun 30, 2013 -- 4:30pm email reminder
Turk & Larkin, Brown Sugar, 2223 Restaurant (#501H) Duration: 26:46 STEREO TVG
Located close to the courthouse on Turk at Larkin in San Francisco, Turk and Larkin Deli serves up fresh, tasty fare in an atmosphere that takes you back to yesteryear. For a perfect breakfast spot, Brown Sugar Kitchen delivers hearty meals with a soul food background using local, seasonal ingredients. And you'll find downtown-quality food at neighborhood prices at 22-23 Restaurant and Bar in San Francisco.
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- KQED 9: Fri, Jun 28, 2013 -- 1:00pm email reminder
Pasta Moon, Town Hall, Suppenkuche (#204H) Duration: 27:16 STEREO TVG
Contemporary Italian, in a romantic seaside setting, begin our show, followed by a lively, trendy, fun spot with comfort food. Then off to the flavors of Germany and the boisterous atmosphere of this beer-centric restaurant.
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- KQED Life: Sat, Jun 29, 2013 -- 6:30pm email reminder
Mandalay, Cafe Gibraltar, Alhamra (#604H) Duration: 26:45 STEREO TVG
Join this week's guests as they travel to Burma, California, and India ... without leaving the table! Mandalay features Burmese and Mandarin cuisine, Cafe Gibraltar offers a gateway to the Mediterranean, and Alhamra serves up Indian favorites. Leslie Sbrocco hosts.
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- KQED Plus: Sun, Jun 30, 2013 -- 1:00pm email reminder
