New series coming to Fine Living include “Dwell, iDesign, Lulu's House, Survival Guide as well as The Wandering Golfer.
NEW SERIES:
Dwell
New Series
(Network Premiere) Mon. at 9:30pm ET beginning Oct. 3
An adaptation of US design magazine Dwell, this series explores what it means to live “at home in the modern world.” Dwell uniquely approaches contemporary homes, the things that fill them and the impact on the people who live in them.
iDesign
New Series
(Network Premiere) Mon. at 10pm ET beginning Oct. 3
iDesign spotlights the cutting-edge product design of such modern-day classics as the Volkswagen Bug, iMac computer, and Nike Air Max sneakers, to name a few. Get a behind-the-scenes peek at the creative process of the original designers. Plus, get insightful commentary from experts in the field. This innovative new series offers an appreciation for the forward-thinking products that serve our practical needs while stirring our passions.
Lulu’s House
New Series
(Network Premiere) Wed. at 8:30pm ET beginning Oct. 5
Be honest, you don’t have time to cook a seven course meal or spend hours in the gym each day to look great, do you? This is real life we’re talking about! Host Lulu Powers and her knowledgeable friends find ways to create, live, and enjoy a better lifestyle – every day. They’ll show you how to cook great meals – even if you own just one pan. You’ll also learn how to get fit in 15 minutes a day, how to entertain your friends with something more than popcorn and a movie and how to decorate your home with garage sale finds.
Survival Guide
New Series
(Network Premiere) Tues. at 11:30pm ET beginning Oct. 4
Survival skills aren’t only needed on uncharted desert islands, they’re also mandatory in our daily lives. Survival Guide is a light-hearted and fun place to turn for answers to many of the social etiquette challenges we face every day. Experts provide guidance for a myriad of special occasions, from wedding receptions to holidays with in-laws and cocktail parties. With
The Art of the Party
New Series
(Network Premiere) Wed. at 8pm ET beginning Oct. 5
Celebrate this new series that takes party planning to another level. Hosts and owners of MiGi, a lifestyle creative consulting company, Michele Adams and Gia Russo, share their knowledge of the culinary, decorative and logistical elements that go into throwing a successful party for any occasion. With professional tips on creative and economical approaches to entertaining friends and family, learn how to keep it simple and have fun.
The Insider’s List with Julie Moran
New Series
(Network Premiere) Tues. at 8pm ET beginning Oct. 4
Get a lifetime of knowledge boiled down into 60 minutes of nuts-and-bolts information you can use. Join host Julie Moran and business insiders as they reveal trade secrets for a variety of products and services, from mail-order French pastries to spa treatments and kitchen gadgets.
The Wandering Golfer
New Series
(Network Premiere) Thurs. at 9pm ET beginning Oct. 6
Host Chad Maulsby travels to some of the world’s greatest golf destinations to explore the sport, its history and culture. Famed courses include San Diego’s Torrey Pines, Bandon Dunes in Oregon, and Scotland’s historic St. Andrews.
World at Your Table
New Series
(Network Premiere) Fri. at 10pm ET beginning Oct. 7
Join host Sarah Backhouse at the homes of culturally diverse families and share unique, traditional meals and events with them. Learn each family’s secret recipes and see their personal style of entertaining.
RETURNING SERIES:
A CARography
Returning Series
(Network Premiere) Mon. at 7pm ET beginning Oct. 3
From the first time behind the wheel to the “cherry” ride that turned heads in high school, people have had a long love affair with the automobile. In A CARography, we'll take you on an informative ride through the history of the cars that have captured our hearts.
Deconstructed
Returning Series
(Network Premiere) Tues. 5:30pm ET beginning Oct. 4
Deconstructed focuses on a wide range of popular topics – such as adventure vacations, spa treatments, kitchen upgrades and more. It breaks them down to give you facts, figures, advice and opinions. How much does an African safari really cost? Is there a way to get a free hotel room upgrade?
Fantasy Camp
Returning Series
(Network Premiere) Thurs. at 10:30pm ET beginning Oct. 6
From covert operations and racecar driving to tossing a football with Joe Montana, Fantasy Camp profiles numerous camps for adults that provide the ultimate in wish-fulfillment. Follow the participants as they embark on once-in-a-lifetime experiences to live out their fantasies.
Life in the Fast Lane
Returning Series
(Network Premiere) Tues. at 7:30pm ET beginning Oct. 4
From taking his wife and daughter for an action-packed motorcycle lesson to objective road tests of the latest cars, trucks, SUVs and motorcycles, host Steve Natt drives home how to make great choices for your mobile lifestyle, no matter what your budget.
Napa Style
Returning Series
(Network Premiere) Weekdays at 3pm ET beginning Oct. 3
Join host Michael Chiarello, renowned chef and author, on a journey through the Napa Valley. Get the stories and meet the people who are extending their influence across America— in the restaurants we frequent, the wine we drink, the organic foods we eat and the handcrafted furniture we treasure.
Opening Soon
Returning Series
(Network Premiere) Mon. at 8pm ET beginning Oct. 3
Opening Soon captures the ambitions of restaurateurs, the bustling staff and the inevitable crises that surface before opening the hottest new restaurants. Go behind-the-scenes and into the heart of the action for every step of the process, from designing the space to opening night!
Radical Sabbatical
Returning Series
(Network Premiere) Mon. 8:30pm ET beginning Oct. 3
Some say that you don't regret the things you do; you regret the things you don't do. Radical Sabbatical focuses on the extraordinary stories of people who risked it all to pursue their passions. These are the ultimate human-interest stories, proving that following your heart is its own reward. Let their stories empower and inspire you.
Room Service
Returning Series
(Network Premiere) Mon. at 9pm ET beginning Oct. 3
Room Service host Sarah Richardson shows you how to recognize the potential of any space, where to look for inspiration and how to make innovative design ideas work. Each episode focuses on the re-design of an entire room – from initial inspiration to final transformation.
Sheila Bridges: Designer Living
Returning Series
(Network Premiere) Weekdays at 4pm ET beginning Oct. 3
Voted “America's Best Designer” by Time magazine in 2001, Sheila Bridges shares her expertise and experience to accomplish interior design projects and solve design dilemmas. Encouraging viewers to “design their lives,” Bridges goes room to room, out on the town and into stores to help others identify and express their own individual styles.
Simplify Your Life
Returning Series
(Network Premiere) Tues. at 10pm ET beginning Oct. 4
Are you tired of working all the time and still feeling like you can't catch up? Learn how to tackle a different problem each week on Simplify Your Life and find more time for the things you want to do.
Simply Wine
Returning Series
(Network Premiere) Weekdays at 3:30pm ET beginning Oct. 3
Hosted by wine professional Andrea Immer, this weekly series goes beyond the typical vineyard tours into the supermarket for a $10 bottle of wine with the same lineage as a $200 brand. Immer's vast knowledge and unpretentious style make her the perfect guide to the complex and often confusing world of wine.
The Genuine Article
Returning Series
(Network Premiere) Mon. at 5pm ET beginning Oct. 3
Join host Gordon Elliott for an in-depth look at the quality behind the finest products and services in the world. What sets these unique items apart is substance rather than style, and money takes a back seat to flawless standards. Meet people behind the passion for excellence and learn how to find these genuine treasures.
The Great Adventure
Returning Series
(Network Premiere) Mon. at 6:30pm ET beginning Oct. 3
More and more, today's travellers are looking for unique experiences – demanding excitement by day and comfort by night. In The Great Adventure, see some of the places where you can meet both these needs, places where dreams do come true. Whether you're looking for new challenges, romance, or just a simple retreat from the working world, you're bound to discover plenty of interesting possibilities.
Your Own Private Island
Returning Series
(Network Premiere) Tues. at 6:30pm ET beginning Oct.4
In the age of the microchip, things move pretty fast. Wouldn't it be nice to sometimes step outside the box and put the rest of the world on hold? Welcome to Your Private Island, where solitude is the coin of the realm. Discover, relax and recharge as we take you to the globe's most intimate corners.