Block Parties are always a great way to get to know your neighbors, so Giada decides to take charge of her neighborhood event and make it extra special. She plans a party at the end of her cul de sac with each neighbor showcasing their favorite family foods. Giada's menu foregoes the typical outdoor party food with chic and out of the ordinary dishes.
Giada spends Halloween afternoon preparing delicious treats to celebrate the fall season. The cool part is that these trick-or-treats are homemade and would satisfy any sweet tooth year-round. Giada's girlfriends stop by with their kids to sample the goodies before heading out into the neighborhood to trick or treat. Giada surprises them with a professional face painter who transforms their faces for the big night.
It is a trip down memory lane. Giada is inspired to create a nostalgic Italian meal after looking through old photos of her childhood in Rome. Family members visit Giada in the kitchen as she cooks a menu that highlights some of her favorite Italian food memories. Lifestyle elements include an excursion to The Cheese Shop in Beverly Hills for fresh Mozzarella from Italy.
Giada hosts a beautiful garden party to celebrate Earth Day. Giada's menu incorporates ingredients from her garden and local Santa Monica Farmers Market with Red Snapper With Fava Bean Puree, Fried Cheese-Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms and Mini Pineapple Cakes. She also provides tips on how to "go green" in your kitchen.
Giada combines her love of fashion and food by hosting a trunk show that highlights the work of three of her favorite designer friends. Since the clothing is a mix, the menu also includes an eclectic blend of flavors. Plus, the food that Giada makes is really easy to eat while walking around the house and mingling with guests ... it's also stylish, creative and artfully presented.
It's Thanksgiving. L.A. Style. Giada serves up a Thanksgiving meal with a few twists.
Giada prepares a fun and festive menu for an outdoor California-Style Barbecue. The menu incorporates Todd's favorite foods ... it's All-American, but it incorporates fresh ingredients and inventive flavors. Giada makes Mini Italian Pub Burgers, Beer-Battered Apple and Onion Rings and Spicy Chocolate Milkshakes.
Giada prepares food for a traditional lobster bake with friends. The group will gather at the beach to build a 3-4 foot hole in the sand that will be used as the "oven" to cook the lobsters Giada buys at Santa Monica Seafood.
Giada celebrates the Christmas season by hosting a holiday get-together with friends. The theme this year is a Secret Santa Gift Exchange and each guest has picked a name prior to the festivities. At the party, everyone will receive a thoughtful gift and discover the identity of their Santa. It's also a night of fun, laughter and really great food that celebrates Giada's Italian roots and the joy of the season.
In Italy, "eggs for dinner" is very common so Giada prepares a delicious menu that is perfect for a relaxed and casual night with lots of candlelight and comfy attire. With a trip to LA Mill Coffee for espresso beans.
Giada invites her Aunt Raffy into the kitchen for a recipe swap. Everyone has a recipe that is a favorite and has been passed down through generations.
Giada prepares a menu for a relaxing Spa Day at home with her friends. The husbands and kids head off for a day at the park so Giada and the other moms may enjoy spa treatments and a lunch full of comfort food. On the menu are Roasted Tomatoes With Garlic, Gorgonzola and Herbs, Chocolate Rice Pudding and a Sweet Basil Smoothie.
Giada is inspired to create a meal full of citrus flavors with Grilled Chicken and Avocado Napoleons, Citrus Salad and Angel Food Cake With Lemon Honey Yogurt Sauce. Giada also makes an impromptu visit to a lemonade stand set up by some neighborhood kids.
There's nothing quite like a poolside cocktail party with live music and amazing food. Giada takes the "exotic" up a notch by making this summer fancy a Moroccan- themed gathering, timed perfectly for sunset.
Giada is inspired to throw a sushi making party at home, and invites a few friends over to hang out in the kitchen and make their own rolls. They make a Fun Salmon Hand Roll, Vegetable Rolls With Chili Mayonnaise and a Crab, Avocado and Mango Roll.
Giada prepares brunch for a day at a polo match at Will Rogers State Park. Giada's brunch menu is practical for any outdoor spectator event - portable, colorful and flavorful, but still on the healthy side.
Giada and her husband Todd hire a babysitter and plan a very memorable date night at home. Giada plans the menu and makes the food, while Todd takes care of every other detail.
Giada creates a backyard dinner inspired by recent vacation to Paris. Giada plans an evening that reflects the flavors, adventures and activities of the trip - it's an opportunity to bring the travel experience back home.
Giada prepares food for a bridal shower she is co-hosting for a close friend. Instead of the typical mini-sandwiches, cake and punch, she offers a unique menu that is both playful and unexpected ... plus some decorating tips and thoughtful gift ideas for the bride to be. On the menu are Open-Faced Tuna Sandwiches With Arugula and Sweet-Pickle Mayonnaise, White Bean and Roasted Eggplant Hummus and Coffee-Glazed Zeppole.
Giada and Todd set out together for a day outdoors, on a day-hike. Giada goes to Adventure 16 to gear up, and then prepares the food that she'll pack for their hike. Giada makes food that's as lightweight and produces as little garbage as possible, making Homemade Cranberry Nut Granola, Grilled Vegetable, Herb and Goat Cheese Sandwiches and Chocolate Raspberry Bars with White Chocolate and Almonds.
Giada transforms part of her home into a gallery for one night to host an art show and display the work of one of her artist friends, Darren Quinn. Giada's party menu will be as colorful as the paintings, but also easy to eat since guests will be mingling and viewing art. Darren lives on Maui so the party decor will have a Hawaiian feel to set the mood and accent his artwork.
Giada prepares a picnic that she and Todd will enjoy at an outdoor concert. The menu is both portable and delicious, offering a fun and unexpected twist on the typical picnic fare with Devilled Eggs With Crab, Caponata Panini and Chocolate Honey Almond Tart.
Giada makes fun, light, happy food that celebrates the arrival of spring.
Giada invites a girlfriend over for a casual meal by the fireplace where they enjoy Grilled Asparagus and Melon Salad, Fusilli With Spicy Pesto and Espresso Caramel Bars.
Before heading out for dinner with Todd and two other couples, Giada first invites everyone over for a few light appetizers and a cocktail. On the menu are Spiced Cocktail Nuts, Cheese-Stuffed Dates With Prosciutto, Crispy Zucchini and Potato Pancackes and to drink, Blueberry-Limoncello Cooler.
A pasta buffet baked pasta, stuffed pasta, pasta salad. Different shapes, cuts, colors and flavors.
It's Mother s Day weekend and Giada invites a couple of her friends over, along with their kids, for a brunch honoring the Moms.
Friends, family and their kids come over for an evening of fun. Giada has hired a babysitter and has put the kids outside where she's set up beanbags, snacks and games, while the grown-ups are inside playing poker. But the menu -- Zucchini and Olive Flatbread, Cauliflower and Bacon Gratin and Mascarpone Chocolate Toffee Bars -- is suitable for both adults and kids.
Giada prepares an amazing luncheon to thank all the key people on her team. She makes Brown Butter Risotto With Lobster, Smoked Salmon and Apple Carpaccio and Cinnamon Twists With Cardamom-Honey Dipping Sauce.
Giada have invited a few friends over last minute, so Giada whips up something that's really easy but looks like she slaved all day. On the last minute menu are Israeli Couscous With Apples, Cranberries and Herbs, Chicken Burgers With Garlic-Rosemary Mayonnaise and Toasted Pound Cake With Citrus Cream.
Giada prepares a cohesive menu based on her love of world cuisine. Giada's menu represents Trinidad, India and an Italian fusion creation.
Giada helps the kids prepare a Father s Day tea party for the Dads. Giada makes the food, but the kids help Giada take the food to the table and serve the Dads.
Giada's friends are in a band and they have been on the road touring and eating craft services. Giada decides to have them over for a good home cooked meal of Penne With Braised Short Ribs, Bibb Salad With Parmesan Butter Crostini and Apple Cider Shandy.
Giada makes three recipes that are all framed around one main ingredient that she loves- CHEESE!
's the annual De Laurentiis volleyball tournament and this year Giada is in charge of the food. Giada makes a portable menu of Thyme Pasta Frittata, Perfectly Crunchy Slaw and Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies that travels to Will Rogers State Beach.
Giada packs the perfect picnic for a trip on the road. She gives tips on how to make the meal easy to eat in the car or at a picnic spot. With recipes for Chicken and Arugula Pita Pockets, Penne With Treviso and Goat Cheese and Raspberry-Vanilla Smoothie.
Todd and his buddies are out at sea kite surfing and hungry for some good surf and turf, so Giada prepares a fabulous warm and hearty meal of White Bean and Chicken Chili, Cheddar and Scallion Bread and Limoncello Granita for the famished sportsmen.
Carolyna is home from college and Giada is making her a "good to be home" meal with Turkey Milanese, Bacon and Pancetta Potatoes and Roasted Apple Pies With Whipped Cream.
We follow Giada from breakfast to dinner and capture everything in between. She shows us that there is always time to cook a delicious meal. Giada also buys one of her favorite desserts at Vanilla Bake Shop.
Dessert, dessert and more dessert. Giada makes Pomegranate and Mint Sorbet, Strawberry and Rosemary Scones and Chocolate-Hazelnut Dipped Fruit.
Giada prepares mini versions of some of her favorite dishes, including Apricot and Walnut Phyllo Cups, Stuffed Baby Peppers, Tomato Basil Tartlets and Whole-Wheat Pita Chips With Mascarpone-Chive Dipping Sauce.
Giada's charity is OXFAM - an organization that fights world hunger. Giada and her friends do volunteer work at a community garden on behalf of the charity. Giada also packs a tasty picnic to enjoy after their efforts.
Giada's friend has just had a baby so she puts together a best wishes basket for the new mom with dishes that may be re-heated.
Giada creates a family style meal of Artichoke and Bean Crostini, Vegetable Parmesan and Melon and Mint Slush for a makeover party to be enjoyed by her girlfriends. She's invited over her makeup artist to give fun makeup tips and suggestions to her guests after they enjoy the tasty dishes.
Giada shows people how to make the most of their money when it comes to using ingredients you may already have in the fridge or in the pantry. She makes Pea Pesto Crostini, Lemon Chicken Soup With Spaghetti and Lemon-Mint Cake With Lemon Syrup.
Giada spends an afternoon teaching kids how to cook a simple meal at a local cooking school.
Giada and friends go to Lucky Strike for a night of fun and bowling. Giada prepares dinner at the house first, then the group enjoys dessert at the bowling alley.
It's Halloween, so 'tis the season for a major sugar fix. Giada prepares decadent dessert with the kids in mind. She spins the chocolate turtle to perfection, turns truffles into lollipops and creates the ultimate marshmallows for trick or treaters to enjoy in a little sugar rush before heading out into the neighborhood for an evening of Halloween fun.
Giada makes a special meal for Todd, Trevor, Tommy and Kelly that reflects some of Todd and Trevor's favorite childhood dishes. Giada gives the Midwestern classics her own special Italian/California twist.
Giada makes Thanksgiving dinner for the family. This time, forget the turkey ... Giada's making amazing Pork Roast, a Butternut Squash Soup that is definitely a taste of fall and dessert with the flavors of Chestnut, Chocolate and Orange. While Giada's busy in the kitchen, the family continues their annual Thanksgiving bocce ball rivalry.
Giada has a friend who just redesigned their kitchen. The friend is having a potluck party to unveil the kitchen to friends. Giada shares her favorite potluck recipes of Campanelle Pasta Salad, Mangoes and Raspberries in Prosecco Syrup and Savory Biscotti to take to the party.
It's a California Christmas. Giada and family celebrate!
Giada invites her yoga instructor, and some other friends, over to the house for a day of rejuvenation. Giada's instructor leads a poolside yoga class, showing guests some simple poses that they can do anytime...anywhere...to relieve stress and tension. Giada prepares a healthy menu to be enjoyed after the class.
Giada prepares a menu that will help viewers stick to their New Year's Resolution to follow a healthy diet.
It's the annual Firefighter's Pancake Breakfast and, this year, the local department is asking for Giada's help. Instead of serving the usual boring pancakes, scrambled eggs and greasy bacon, firefighters want to impress neighbors with an upgraded menu. So, Giada helps them create the best pancake breakfast of all time. Then, Giada, Todd and Jade join their fellow neighbors to enjoy the community feast.
It's Jade's first birthday, so Giada is hosting a kids' party in her backyard. The party has a fun animal theme complete with games and costumes.
Giada and Todd invites some friends over to watch the big football game. Instead of the usual chips and dip, Giada takes traditional "game food" and gives it the gourmet treatment. The food is filling, but doesn't skimp on creativity and taste with Deep-Fried Bocconcini With Spicy Tomato and Garlic Chutney, Twice-Baked Potatoes With Mushrooms and Proscuitto and Fudge with a cinnamon touch.
Giada and Todd host a backyard party that's timed for sunset. The party is all about hanging out and being comfortable. Friends wear sweats or lounge wear while enjoying Raspberry Filled Crepes, Eggs Florentine or Smoked Salmon Pizzettes.
Giada hosts a dinner party at her house with a menu that focuses on Northern Italian cuisine. She makes Trenette With Eggplant and Basil Pesto, Ligurian Fish Stew and Crostata With Dried Apricots and Taleggio. The dinner includes a sampling of full-bodied red wines from the northern region of Italy.
Giada shares some of her favorite comfort food recipes. These recipes are made for making you feel better.
Eloisa comes over to the house to hang with Giada, while the kids, Julian and Jade, enjoy a play date.
Giada prepares an Italian themed meal for her friends Sandra and Diana, who are taking Italian language classes. Giada makes Bruschetta With Shrimp, Tarragon and Arugula, Pasta alla Formiana and Stracciatella Semifreddo.
Giada creates a tiki-style party, complete with Hawaiian music, in her own backyard. Even the menu has an island flare: Tilapia Fish Tacos With Arugula, Sweet and Spicy Chicken Drumettes and an Aloha L.A. Cocktail.
Giada loves lemons. In fact, a few months ago she hosted a lunch at her house and one of her guests, Julie, brought Giada a lemon tree as a gift. Well...Giada planted that tree in her backyard. It's grown considerably since then and now bares big, healthy, beautiful lemons. So...Giada decides to use the lemons from her tree to create a lemon themed meal.
Giada takes Jade and a friend to the famous Getty Museum in Los Angeles. The group enjoys the spectacular art, followed by a homemade picnic lunch of Penne With Butternut Squash and Goat Cheese, Salmon Cakes With Lemon-Caper Yogurt Sauce and Apple and Mint Punch, in the Getty's majestic gardens.
Giada invites friends over for a pizza party. She makes the dough by scratch and comes up with three delicious pizzas recipes. Friends munch on the homemade pizzas while they make their own individual pies. Giada supplies custom "To Go" boxes so each guest can take home his pizza creation to cook and enjoy later.
Giada has referred to her Aunty Raffy as her cooking soul mate. In "Lunch with Raffy,” Giada invites her aunt over for an afternoon of fun in the kitchen. Together they create a tasty lunch that is just as fun to make as it is to eat!
Todd loves Thai food and is always asking Giada to whip up some Thai inspired recipes. So, tonight, Giada decides to be a little adventurous and surprises Todd with a Thai themed meal.
Giada and some of her girlfriends walk a 5K race in Los Angeles to benefit cancer research. The night before the race, Giada prepares a nutritious and energizing meal of Beef and Cannellini Bean Minestrone and Farro With Cheese and Herbs for her team to enjoy. She also makes Apricot Oat Bars, a delicious snack for the group to munch on during the walk.
Giada has some friends who travel to Mexico on vacation and bring home a very fun pinata for Jade. The whimsical gift inspires Giada to throw a backyard barbecue with a Tex-Mex/Southwestern theme. Giada's festive menu includes Fajitas, a Black Bean, Tomato and Corn Salad and yummy Churros.
Giada takes us on a global adventure with dishes from New Mexico, Jackson Hole and a recipe inspired by a favorite restaurant in Los Angeles.
Giada hosts a backyard party for her friends and their kids. The menu appeals to grown-ups but offers a kid friendly twist with Grilled Cheese With Spinach and Pancetta, Fish Sticks With Marinara Sauce and Berry Lemonade. The party culminates with a cake decorating contest that gives each kid the chance to transform an ordinary pound cake into a spectacular, sweet, multi-tiered, out of this world dessert.
Giada invites some friends over for a signature cocktail, fun appetizers AND a blank canvas. Each guests gets their own easel and blank canvas to create a masterpiece while they enjoy Giada's deliciously creative menu of Curried Couscous Salad, Spicy Chicken Tenders With Honey-Mustard and Vodka Mojitos. An artist friend is on hand to offer tips, encouragement and creative inspiration.
The De Laurentiis family gathers for an epic family feast. Only, this time, instead of the expected Italian cuisine, Giada serves up another family favorite...Chinese.
All fried, all the time! Giada prepares four dishes that are all fried, including a fried dessert. She also demonstrates a variety of easy frying techniques while making Green Bean and Asparagus Tempura, Spicy Fried Chicken Drumettes, Fried and Stuffed Rice Balls and Fried Chocolate and Banana Ravioli.
Giada visits LA's Original Farmer's Market, an historic hotspot with every kind of food purveyor under the California sun. She picks up a selection of meat and fish, along with seasonal veggies. Then, Giada returns to her kitchen, where she comes up with a variety of marinades and sauces. Then, friends gather around a backyard BBQ pit to grill the meat and fish to their own personal specifications.
Giada hosts an outdoor luncheon that is both elegant and easy. The menu is inspired by fresh flavors and ingredients pulled from Giada’s own herb garden and gathered at the local farmer’s market.
The California style is usually laid back and casual ... anything goes. But tonight, Giada invites friends over for an elegant dinner party. Guests dress to impress and the menu is gourmet and sophisticated featuring Filet Mignon With Rosemary and Mushroom Gravy, Asparagus Soup With Herbed Goat Cheese and Lemon and White Chocolate Pots de Creme.
Giada makes three of her favorite recipes that she learned as a student at Cordon Bleu in Paris. While at Cordon Bleu, Giada and her fellow students had to do everything by hand ... no mixing tools or short-cuts. In this episode, Giada simplifies the recipes for the home chef, whipping up three French inspired desserts: Chocolate and Cheese Danish, Lemon Pavlovas with Berries and Honey-Almond Madeleines.
Giada plans a good old-fashioned neighborhood progressive dinner party. The evening kicks off with drinks and appetizers at one home, followed by the main course at Giada and Todd's house. Then, the group moves up the street for dessert.
The island cuisine of Capri is one of Giada's favorites, and includes fresh fish, tomatoes, garlic, basil, capers and olive oil. Giada prepares a mouth-watering menu influenced by the flavors she's grown to love during her many visits to Capri.
Giada graduated from UCLA, and her Aunt Dina is a student at USC. The two California colleges are archrivals when it comes to football. Today, Giada invites Dina and some friends over to the house to watch the big game, and snack on some delicious football inspired food.
Giada invites over a few of her girlfriends for afternoon of laid back fun. The colorful lunch menu is the perfect way to celebrate friendship.
Giada shows you how to create a stress free party, by making a menu that's casual, delicious and low stress ... leaving the host time to enjoy the party and her guests. She makes Grilled Beef Skewers With Sun-Dried Tomato Relish, Sweet Basil Cheesecake and Ginger, Lemon and Lime Martini.
Ice-skating in California? Giada, Jade and Todd to meet up with her friend, Brian Boitano at an outdoor rink in downtown LA for an afternoon of skating in the sun. She packs a portable picnic lunch for the group to enjoy; a menu designed to warm the heart after a day on ice.
Giada hosts another pre-trick-or-treat party ... this time outside in the backyard, as the sun starts to set. Her guests enjoy Giada's Halloween Peppermint Patties, Mini Pumpkin Cupcakes With Chocolate Frosting and Caramel, Chocolate and Candy Apples.
Giada makes three recipes that she and her siblings enjoyed as kids. She invites Eloisa and Igor over to the house to take a trip down memory lane and enjoy the cohesive menu.
Giada creates a casual Thanksgiving day menu for an intimate celebration with Todd and Jade. They have Turkey and Pancetta Pot Pies, Bibb and Arugula Salad With Raspberry Vinaigrette and Spiced Apple-Walnut Cake With Cream Cheese Icing.
Giada hosts a evening cocktail party poolside with sophisticated appetizers, fun cocktails and a DJ.
Four great recipes that can be made built in either a Dutch oven or saucepan ... everything from a hearty soup to an appetizer and even dessert.
Giada, Todd and Trevor spend their Sunday morning paddle surfing in the Pacific then head home for a casual brunch with elegant touches: Breakfast Panini, Frittata With Peaches and Cherries and Smoked Salmon and Frisee Carpaccio.
Great recipes to kick off the new year right. A menu with a healthy touch ... light on fatty ingredients, heavy on flavor: Broiled Tilapia With Mustard-Chive Sauce, Wheat Berries With Strawberries and Goat Cheese, Carrot and Yam Puree and Cantaloupe and Mint Granita.
Giada gives us some money smart recipes that save a few dollars, but still create amazing and fun dishes. With recipes for Apricot and Pineapple Crisps, Herbed Flatbread and Cipollini Onion and Fennel Pot Roast.
Jade loves to sing and dance so Giada hosts Jade's music class at home and treats the kids and parents to a whimsical and delicious lunch.
Giada and Todd have friends over to watch the big game. Giada serves up a playful menu in the backyard.
Made with Love - Giada makes some beautiful sweet treats to deliver with Jade to her in-laws on Valentine's Day.
Giada and Raffy continue their recipe swapping tradition. The two exchange two of their favorite dishes and then sit down to enjoy their hard work.
Giada enjoys some of her favorite comfort foods at a casual dinner with Jade in the kitchen.
Inspired by her visit to Peru with Oxfam, Giada prepares an authentic Peruvian meal and has her friends over to enjoy the food in her backyard.
Giada creates some out-of-this-world baked goodies for her nephew and sister to take to the school bake sale.
In this episode, Giada creates a fun menu to serve to Todd and Jade on the beach just before sunset.
Giada De Laurentiis celebrates Easter at home with her family. It's an intimate early afternoon celebration in the backyard. Giada gives Easter lamb a twist with a quinoa crust accompanied by orzo with a smokey vinaigrette and stacked eggplant and asparagus napoleons.
Giada invites someone she admires over for a casual lunch. Apollonia Poilane, the owner of Poilane bakery in Paris stops by to enjoy a French inspired menu.
Giada De Laurentiis invites her mother Veronica and sister Eloisa over for intimate Mother's Day outdoor luncheon. On the menu: Crispy Chicken with Rosemary-Lemon Salt, Sun-dried Tomato, Olive and Lemon Pasta and for dessert, Espresso and Chocolate Jellies.
Giada De Laurentiis grills for her girlfriends, but it's not your usual burgers and steaks. Instead, Giada combines really fun and beautiful ingredients that you wouldn't necessarily think to grill, like Beet, Apple and Cheese Pizzettes, Grilled Corn and Cheese Cakes and Grilled Pineapple, Bananas and Grapes.
Giada De Laurentiis is hosting a casual Father's Day meal at her house. Todd and his brother Trevor are the guests of honor, and Jade has had a hand in the table décor. The menu is perfect for any dad's appetite: Short Rib Lasagna Rolls, Crab and Lemon Bruschetta and Raspberry-Balsamic Parfaits.
Giada De Laurentiis makes a Greek meal inspired by her trip to Santorini and invites over a few friends for a beautiful Greek Feast with a California vibe. Giada creates a Greek pizza, Greek meatballs, and a twist on dessert with olive oil muffins.
Giada De Laurentiis spends a Saturday afternoon hosting a pool party for her friends and their kids. She creates a great menu to enjoy in the sunshine: Burgers a la Pizzaiola, Penne with Brown Butter, Arugula and Pine Nuts and a delicious Tropical Watermelon Sorbet.
Giada De Laurentiis's grandmother kept a recipe journal that contains family recipes and De Laurentiis cooking secrets, written in her own hand. Giada and her aunt Raffy spend an afternoon in the kitchen re-creating some of these amazing family dishes, like CApellini al Forno, Spaghetti al Melone and Broiled Halibut With Bechamel Sauce.
Giada De Laurentiis creates a portable picnic to take on a boat trip with Todd and Jade. The meal is perfect for the Marina Del Rey setting: Linguine with Avocado and Arugula Pesto, Grilled Artichokes with Creamy Champagne Vinaigrette and Lime and Cornmeal Cookies with Citrus Glaze.
Giada De Laurentiis makes four recipes based on ingredients pulled from the herbs she grows at home including a fun cocktail and a few wonderfully scented desserts.
Four recipes with a kick. Giada De Laurentiis heats up the kitchen with spicy food including a hot twist on meatballs, a hot gazpacho, a spicy ravioli, and even a fiery strawberry and chocolate dessert.
Every once in a while, it's fun to hunker down in the kitchen and spend the day making some classic recipes from scratch. In this episode, Giada De Laurentiis goes "old school," skipping the short cuts, to make several recipes the old fashioned way.
Giada De Laurentiis shows us how to make three wonderful main courses that don't take forever, but will make your family think you have spent all day in the kitchen. The deceptively easy menu features Balsamic-Glazed Salmon, Fusilli With Pecorino Romano and Black Pepper, Rustic Vegetable and Polenta Soup and Baked Potatoes With Sausage and Arugula Sauce.
Giada De Laurentiis is pulling out all the stops for a fun and festive kid's party. She's created a map for her guests to discover secret treasures around the house and the party setting is a whimsical wonderland with a menu to match: Carrot and Zucchini Mini-Muffins, colorful quesadillas and Berry Fruit Drops for dessert.
Giada De Laurentiis makes four traditional Italian recipes, then she takes a turn...adding a few unexpected ingredients and techniques that give these familiar dishes a modern spin.
Giada De Laurentiis creates a vegetarian menu that anyone would flip over with Lentil and Brown Rice Rolls, Grilled Herbed Tofu With Avocado Cream and Whole Grain Spaghetti With Brussels Sprouts and Mushrooms.
Giada De Laurentiis and her family head out on a weekend getaway. Eating out every night on a vacation can get expensive so Giada prepares some easy, inexpensive dishes ahead of time to be enjoyed over the course of the trip.
Giada De Laurentiis prepares a fabulous surf and turf menu that combines traditional Italian ingredients with a California vibe. Her menu includes a seafood penne, crab stuffed peppers, and a honey and mustard glazed pancetta dish.
Giada De Laurentiis mentors under-served kids interested in careers in the food industry. She helps them prepare dinner for their teachers as a way of saying "thanks."
Giada De Laurentiis feels right at home making three decadent Italian desserts that anyone would love, including Mostaccioli, an Italian cookie, a chocolate Salami and out of this world apple fritters.
Giada De Laurentiis makes a trip to her favorite farmer's market and creates a delicious menu inspired by what's available and in season. These dishes are free spirited, but still easy and delicious.
Giada De Laurentiis continues her tradition of inviting over someone for lunch that she admires. Joan McNamara, the founder of LA's Joan's on Third stops by for a wonderful meal inspired by the flavors of her restaurant.
Giada De Laurentiis hosts her book club and creates a menu to match the novel's theme. She makes Grilled Scallops With Orange-Scented Quinoa, a light Radicchio, Pear and Arugula Salad and a decadent Lemon Meringue With Amaretti Cookie Topping.
It's tailgating time and Giada De Laurentiis prepares unique chili recipes from around the country! California Turkey Chili, Vegetarian Chili Verde, and Short Rib Chili recipes are presented.
It's Halloween time and Giada surprises her young guests with sweet and spooky treats. Recipes are forChocolate Apricot Bugs, Cinnamon Pumpkin Roll with Chocolate Filling, and Macaroon Lollipops.
The classic Thanksgiving menu is altered by Giada de Laurentiis with a fresh approach. On the menu are: Roasted Root Vegetable Salad Pumpkin and Goat Cheese Risotto Cranberry-Orange Glazed Turkey
Giada de Laurentiis throws another cocktail party for friends with easy to prepare but elegant dishes. On the menu are: Polenta Half-Moons with Whipped Goat Cheese Mini Shrimp Cakes with Ginger Butter Citrus Couscous Cups Frozen Grapetini Cocktail
Giada de Laurentiis prepares a fabolous family meal for Christmas. Recipes in this episode: - Roasted Prime Rib with Thyme and Marsala - Mashed Potatoes with KalePistachio - Cherry and Chocolate Tart.
A gourmet breakfast for a bright shining morning will be prepared by Giada de Laurentiis. The recipes are: Creamy Polenta with Bacon and Cranberries Sweet and Sticky Caramel-Hazelnut Rolls Italian Sausage and Egg Bake Strawberry, Lemon and Basil Mimosa
For the first weekend Giada de Laurentiis prepares a healthy menu. The recipes in this episode are Rise and Shine Juice Baked Halibut with Arugula Salsa Verde Turkey, Kale, and Brown Rice Soup Blueberry Frozen Yogurt
Giada de Laurentiis prepares a fresh and simple menu to affordable prices. The recipes in this episode are Strawberry Cream Parfaits Hearty Meatball Stew Artichoke Soup with Fresh Mint
Giada de Laurentiis has invited guests for this big football weekend. The recipes in this episode are Caprese Burgers Warm Artichoke and Bacon Dip Spicy Cinnamon-Chocolate Brownies
Who doesn't love chocolate? Giada de Laurentiis shares her favorite chocolate recipes The recipes in this episode are Homemade Chocolate-Hazelnut Spread, Double Chocolate and Mint Cookies, Brownie-Walnut Pie, Chocolate-Espresso Martini.
Giada shares her recipes of comfort food for an amazing evening. The recipes in this episode Pork Chops with Apples and Pancetta, Three-Cheese Potato Gratin, Fried Banana Split
Giada de Laurentiis prepare baked goodies in the kitchen. Recipes in this episode: S'more Brownie Bites Lemon Carnival Cookies Sweet Peach Cake
Giada includes flavors of spring time in a meal for her friends. Recipes in this episode: Linguine with Shrimp, Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes; Fennel, Radish and Chive Salad; Peach, Raspberry and Lime Sangria.
For Jada's third birthday Giada makes fun and simple recipes, which include: Mini Chicken and Broccoli Pot Pies, Round and Round Pasta, Jade's Strawberry-Filled Cupcakes
Giada De Laurentiis makes a casual but elegant weeknight meal for Todd and Jade. Her Pork Tenderloin Sandwiches With Honey-Mustard, Quinoa Pilaf and a refreshing Spiced Thyme and Lime Iced Tea are simple and delicious recipes you can whip up in no time.
Giada De Laurentiis hosts author Katie Lee, who is the writer of the surf romance "Groundswell". The Mexican inspired dishes at the party are: Halibut Ceviche Salad Quinoa with Black Beans and Hominy Mango Tequila Cocktails.
Giada de Laurentiis and Aunt Raffy go into the kitchen to try out some of grandmother Nonna Luna's recipes. Nonna's Artichokes Baked Risotto Spinach Loaf.
Giada de Laurentiis and husband Todd host a backyard party in camp style. While Todd sets up a tent for daughter Jade, Giada is preparing a camp menu featuring following recipes: Lamb Sliders Penne With Roasted Vegetables and Prosciutto White Hot Chocolate With Marshmallow Stirrers
Los Angeles has a variety of unique steak houses that have become part of the local culture. Inspired by a few restaurants' signature dishes, Giada hosts an intimate "steak house party" featuring Butter Lettuce Salad With Gorgonzola and Pear Vinaigrette, Grilled Rib Eye With Tomato and Poblano Chili Sauce and Spiced Bourbon, Beer and Maple Martinis
Chef Giada De Laurentiis creates a hearty Italian meal that is inspired by four unique regions of Italy. Her menu is full of easy ideas that will all become huge hits for any family. She teaches her viewers how to prepare Mussels Oreganata, Campanelle with Spicy Mint Sauce and more.
Chef Giada De Laurentiis joins her family for a fun day on the beach. Her husband enjoys water kite surfing, while her daughter learns to fly a kite. Giada cooks an elegant, yet simple meal and brings it to the beach for a family picnic. The food that she prepared includes Gruyere and Spinach Bakes, Grilled Corn and Strawberry and Lemon Meringue Clouds.
This one-hour special gives Chef Giada De Laurentiis' audience a behind-the-scenes look at the luncheon that she was able to cater for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. Giada talks about her experience and then prepares a royal-inspired dinner for her friends. Her menu includes Grilled Vegetable Towers and Frisco Cups with Shrimp and Avocado.
Giada De Laurentiis pays tribute to the United States of America with a traditional summertime barbecue. She starts her bash off by serving Ginger-peach beer coolers before serving Chicken Sausage skewers and Smoky Pork Burgers, accompanied with onion and apple chutney. She finishes the barbecue with a seasonal summertime favorite, Peach and Blueberry Crumb Pie
Alex's Lemonade Stand, Giada De Laurentiis and Suzanne Goin prepare a special menu as they plan for an event for this charity for children's cancer. Giada fixes Suzanne a marinated goat cheese and beet salad, halibut served with shallots and lemon-butter. She finishes the meal with a Maple-Fig ice cream.
Giada De Laurentiis and some of her close friends attend a rock-climbing lesson at Point Dume, near Malibu. Giada packs a picnic lunch to share with everyone after their adventure on the rocks. She brings some Israeli Couscous Salad, Honey Mustard Chicken Pinwheels, and some Fig and Almond chewy bars to snack on.
After her vacation in Bora Bora, chef Giada De Laurentiis draws on Tahitian inspiration when planning her next backyard party. She creates a menu featuring an exotic Mahi Mahi dish with a French Polynesian flair. She also creates a variety of refreshing Tahitian cocktails, with flavorful ice cream for dessert.
Giada De Laurentiis shows some of her simple recipe creations ideal for Jade and all her friends to enjoy. These recipes are variations on some children's favorites, including spaghetti nests, cheesy pastry puffs, and chocolate cranberry treats made with honey, sweetened dried cranberries, slivered toasted almonds, and of course, chocolate.
In Soccer and Snacks, Giada invites players from the MLS's LA Galaxy over to her home for a day of fun and food. Dishes featured on the episode include parmesan lavash chips with creamy tomato-basil dip, chocolate brownie sandwich cookies with white chocolate ganache and strawberry preserves, and turkey and spinach taquitos.
Giada De Laurentiis shares her enjoyment for entertaining and puts together menus for sharing with friends and family. In this episode Giada goes to see her favorite food trucks in and around LA and then is inspired to make some culinary delights like tacos with pulled pork, the original grilled cheese sandwich, sweet potato fries and for dessert crepes with strawberries and chocolate.
Working at home in her kitchen that's as stylish as the Italian chef herself, Giada De Laurentiis effortlessly serves up two wonderful desserts. Watch as she whips up a Frozen Meringue Cake finished with a Raspberry -Balsamic Syrup, and a Baked Chocolate Tart laced with Amaretto and served with Apricot Cream.
In this episode, Italian chef Giada De Laurentiis, takes us on a tour of some of the coolest spots in and around Los Angeles for breakfast. Back in her home kitchen, she re-creates some of her favorite dishes, adding her own special spin. Watch as she whisks up Breakfast Popovers with Italian Sausage, delivers a Hash of Salami, Bacon and Spinach, toasts some Almond-Lemon Waffles and serves Frozen Peach and Basil Daiquiris.
From her pristine home kitchen, Italian chef Giada de Laurentiis dishes up four recipes just ideal for a night in with the girls, or an evening of football or poker for the guys. Watch as she prepares a sweet and salty Nut and Bacon Snack, a Fondue of Italian Sausage, Three Cheeses and Beer, Asparagus in Beer-Batter with a Tarragon and Caper Dipping Sauce, and a scrummy Popcorn with Asiago Cheese and Herbes de Provence.
Giada and Todd have a date night with a fun twist. Giada plans the food and Todd plans the venue. Giada makes a portable, but romantic menu of Grilled Zucchini and Prosciutto Skewers, Orrechiette With Roasted Fennel and Sausage and Chocolate-Raspberry Mascarpone Bars.
Giada De Laurentiis creates four distinct noodle recipes based on cuisines from around the world. From Japan, a Chilled Soba Noodle Salad, an Italian Farfalle With Chicken and Porcini Mushrooms, Pastitsio from Greece and a Chinese-inspired Chocolate Chow Mein for dessert.
Inspired by the flavors of Spain, Giada De Laurentiis creates an authentic menu that features a Spanish Potato Omelet; a Quick and Easy Romesco Sauce; Seafood, Sausage and Chicken Fideua and Spirited Triple-Lemon Malt.
Giada De Laurentiis creates meatless meals every Monday night at home. Not only are there health benefits to following the practice, but major environmental consequences as well. In this episode, she shares some of her favorite meatless recipes like Avocado Hummus, Lentil Burgers, Sweet Potato Salad and Tostadas made with Roasted Vegetables.
The family tradition continues as Giada De Laurentiis and her Aunt Raffy create three more dishes from Giada's grandmother's recipe book. This time they make a beautiful Frittata of Tuna and Tomatoes, Red Bell Peppers With Eggplant and an elegant Strawberry Omelet.
The pie is the new cupcake! Pies can be social, comforting, sweet or savory. Giada makes some of her favorites like Apple and Cheese Pie, Raspberry and Almond Pie and a Chicken and Leek Cornish Turnover.
Giada De Laurentiis hosts a spooky backyard Halloween party with a fun haunted house and delicious treats that celebrate the flavors and colors of the season. Giada creates whimsical Chocolate-Orange Cake Pops, Spiced Pumpkin-Raisin Cookies and Grape and Mango Parfaits that kids of any age will love.
Giada De Laurentiis celebrates the flavors of fall with elegant Thanksgiving side dishes. Some are family favorites, while others are a fun spin on the traditional. Baked Mashed Potatoes With Peas, Parmesan Cheese and Bread Crumbs; Sweet and Savory Root Vegetable Stuffing With Apples and Dried Cranberries; Persimmon-Pumpkin Pie With Mascarpone Shortbread Crust are all perfect with the big turkey or as a great finish to a holiday meal.
Giada De Laurentiis's friend, Darren Quinn, has created paintings for Giada's home and he will be featuring his art at the L.A. Art Walk downtown. Giada creates appetizers and cocktails for the event while Giada's husband Todd helps Darren with preparations for the big show. Giada's party menu features Grilled Mini Pork Skewers, Mini Eggplant Parmesan and Lemon and Vodka Martinis.
Giada De Laurentiis and her family celebrate Christmas California-style with a beautiful holiday dinner on the beach. The menu features Christmas Seafood Salad, Christmas Stuffing With Bacon and Chocolate-Chestnut Tortelli.
Giada De Laurentiis creates a light and delicious menu for a spa day at home with Jade and their girlfriends. Each dish has a fun and unique twist like Swiss Chard Rolls with wild rice and exotic spices, Nicoise Salad Pizzettes and an Avocado-Chocolate Mousse.
Giada De Laurentiis makes one delicious chicken and turns it into a handful of elegant dishes that you can enjoy any night of the week. Easy recipes that don't break the bank like Garlic-Roasted Chicken and Root Vegetables, Risotto With Bacon and Kale, Curried Chicken and Apple Wraps and Salad With Roasted Root Vegetable Vinaigrette.
Giada De Laurentiis puts her spin on traditional bar food with a fun game day menu. Sweet and Sour Pork Sliders, Sweet Potato Strings With Beet Ketchup, Beer-Battered Cremini Mushrooms and a Chocolate and Raspberry Beer Cocktail.
Giada De Laurentiis shows her love of all things chocolate with a chocolate-inspired menu; Wedge Salad With Raspberry-Chocolate Vinaigrette, Cocoa-rubbed Pork Tenderloin With Chocolate Tomato Sauce, Chocolate Zabaglione With Tiramisu and White Chocolate Espresso-Vodka Martinis make for a chocoholic's dream come true.
Everybody loves Meatballs. Giada De Laurentiis shows us how versatile and fun they can be by creating four amazing recipes; Mini Turkey Meatballs With Mango and Raspberry Balsamic Barbeque, Meatball Panini With Grilled Red Onions, Prosciutto and Provolone, White Pizza With Kale and Meatballs and Classic Italian Turkey Meatballs With Tomato-Basil Sauce.
It's all about indulgence as Giada De Laurentiis prepares a decadent menu. Italy meets pure comfort with three delicious recipes; Four-Cheese Ravioli With Herb Pesto, Eggplant Parmesan Meatloaf and Chocolate-Raspberry Layer Cake.
Giada De Laurentiis prepares a festive spring luncheon based on fresh ingredients that celebrate the season. The menu features Grilled Artichoke and Celery Root Puree, Lemon-Cumin Chicken and Hibiscus Panna Cotta.
Giada De Laurentiis makes four recipes inspired by important moments in her life and career: Baked Lemon Ziti, a twist on one of her first TV recipes; Mozzarella Fonduta, an homage to a favorite childhood dish; Rib Eye Steak Paninis, a frequent pregnancy craving; and Pink Grapefruit and Thyme Bellinis, a cocktail reminiscent of her engagement.
Giada De Laurentiis makes three recipes influenced by the cuisine of Venice, Italy and the fresh flavors of Venice, California. It's a fusion of cultures that reflect Giada's favorite foods; Lemony Shrimp and Risotto, 3-Cheese and Artichoke Calzones and Citrus Gelato.
Giada De Laurentiis takes inspiration from L.A.'s great Mexican food, hosting a Mexican feast for friends and preparing a menu of modern Mexican dishes like Stuffed Red Pepper Rellenos, Chipotle Shrimp and Arugula Salad, Watermelon, Strawberry and Agua Fresca and Tres Leches Tiramisu.
Giada hosts a baby shower for her friend, Jocelyn who is pregnant with identical twin boys. Roasted Red Pepper Hummus in Cucumber Cups, Shells With Chicken Chopped Salad, Open Face Smoked Salmon Finger Sandwiches With Herbed Horseradish Cream Cheese.
Giada De Laurentiis and her Aunt Raffy team up in the kitchen to make some of Giada's grandfather's favorite recipes. The De Laurentiis family reminisces about Dino and enjoys an intimate dinner. On the menu: Fusilli With Pea Pesto and Smoked Mozzarella, Lemon-Mustard Potato Salad and Orange, Ricotta Quinoa Pie.
Giada De Laurentiis takes us on a coast-to-coast adventure introducing us to great barbecue recipes that reflect different parts of the country. The dishes feature unexpected flavors like Pork Sandwiches With White Barbecue Sauce, Grilled Salmon With Sun-Dried Tomato Butter, Spiced Beef Brisket With Smoky Barbecue Sauce and even a grilled dessert, Grilled Apple Slices With Caramel-Mascarpone Cream.
Giada De Laurentiis shares three amazing recipes with America's favorite fruit, while telling us about the various kinds of apples and explaining why certain apples are used for certain types of dishes. The menu includes everything from appetizers to dessert like Apple Chips With Sweet Yogurt Dip, Grilled Chicken With Apple-Mango Chutney and an Apple Galette With Goat Cheese, Sour Cherry and Almond Topping.
Giada De Laurentiis creates a make a special Father's Day dinner while Jade spends a fun day with dad. Giada creates dishes the whole family will love; Bacon and Cheese Manicotti, Spicy Red-Wine Spaghetti and Meaty Penne.
Giada De Laurentiis is always on the hunt for the perfect corn muffin — perfectly light, fluffy and packed with flavor. In this episode, Giada makes an easy and delicious muffin and transforms it into different flavors like Blueberry Buttermilk and Bacon and Scallion Corn Muffins and serves them up with perfect companions like Pea, Lettuce and Fennel Soup and Homemade Chai Latte.
Giada De Laurentiis's Aunt Raffy turns 60 and the family celebrates with a big birthday bash, spearheaded by Giada. A family feast of Turkey-Stuffed Vegetables and Gnocchi with Tomato, Basil and Olives and one special cake are part of the big festivities.
Giada De Laurentiis donates a garden to an elementary school in Compton that will be incorporated into the school's curriculum. Giada, other volunteers and students plant the garden together. Months later, Giada and Jade will check in with the kids and the progress, packing along a kid friendly picnic lunch of Pancetta, Fontina and Zucchini Quiche, Mini Carrot-Apple Cupcakes and Cavatappi with Roasted Vegetables and Creamy Lemon-Herb Dressing to enjoy with students and faculty.
Giada De Laurentiis reached out to her twitter follows to find out what they'd like to see her make on Giada at Home. The winner? Recipes for college students and young adults living on their own for the first time. Giada offers easy and delicious recipes that anyone can make in no time with simple kitchen gear like Corn and Tomato Soup, Lemony Shrimp Scampi with Orzo and Arugula, Pearl Couscous with Chicken and Peas and Blueberry-Banana Bread.
Giada De Laurentiis creates a delicious lunch for Jade and her friends after a fun dance lesson at home. The kids bust a few moves then enjoy a spin on some traditional kid favorites like Sweet Apple Pops, Cheesy Muffin Pizzas and Carrot Fries with Lemon-Mint Dip.
Giada De Laurentiis shows us how to make good, old-fashioned Italian pasta from scratch. Then, she tops it off with three homemade pasta dish recipes; Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Lasagna, Roasted Tomato Soup with Halibut and Fresh Pasta, Fresh Fettuccine with Figs, Prosciutto and Goat Cheese.
You just can't beat food that is stuffed! Giada De Laurentiis makes recipes based on things that are stuffed; Anti Pasto-Stuffed Chicken Breasts, Popovers with Crab and Mango Salad, Stuffed Peanut Butter Cupcakes.
Giada De Laurentiis visits her daughter, Jade's, school along with a few other parents, for a career day presentation. Giada creates a kid-friendly menu for the students to enjoy including Kids Sushi, Mini Almond Butter Muffins With Strawberry Jam and Homemade Fruit Roll-Ups.
Giada De Laurentiis invites Bobby Flay over for a day of fun in the kitchen. The two create a colorful meal with Grilled Seafood Pasta Fra Diavolo, Chili-Rubbed Pork Chops With Grilled Pineapple and Grilled Peach Tarte Tatin With Thyme Whipped Cream and Bobby shows Giada how to create one of his favorite cocktails, Sparkling Apricot Mint Sours.
Giada De Laurentiis creates a delicious kid friendly menu for her daughter, Jade's, sleep-over party. Jade and her cousins enjoy Crispy Chicken Tenders With Piccata Sauce, Pizza di Rotelle and Strawberry Hot Chocolate With Chocolate Pretzel Dippers. Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/giada-at-home/600-series/jades-sleepover.html?oc=linkback
Giada De Laurentiis prepares a dim sum menu inspired by her recent trip to Hong Kong. She invites her travel companions over to enjoy the exotic dishes like Chocolate Bao with Chocolate Dipping Sauce, Braised Short Rib Dumplings With Corn Puree, Lemper Ayam and Pear Gorgonzola Gyoza.
Giada De Laurentiis puts an elegant spin on the classic burger, fries and shakes combo. In the kitchen she creates Giada's Diner Burger with the Works, Parmesan Eggplant Fries With Basil Ketchup and Cupcake Shakes.
It's Halloween and Giada De Laurentiis is creating spooky treats for the kids to enjoy at her festive backyard party: Pumpkin, Maple and Bacon Cheesecake, Witch Finger Cookies and Chocolate-Fig Black Hats.
Giada De Laurentiis and her husband Todd host a glamorous casino night party inspired by Giada's recent trip to Monte Carlo. The menu features Lobster Risotto Arancini, Crostini With Poached Figs, Goat Cheese and Crispy Pancetta, Tangerine Sorbet With Vanilla Cream and Candied Pistachios and Basil Blackberry Spritzers.
What do you do with all the Thanksgiving leftovers? Giada De Laurentiis takes some of the traditional favorites and makes fun new twists to enjoy after the holiday. The menu includes Thankful Shepherd's Pie, Cranberry Barbecue Sliders With Celery Apple Slaw and Eggs Benedict on Stuffing Cakes.
The perfect way to thank a host or hostess is with a homemade treat. Giada De Laurentiis makes a handful of easy and delicious recipes that can be taken to any party like Double Ginger Cookies, Crispy Chickpeas, Rosemary Cashews, Raw Goji Berry Trail Mix, Moscow Mule Cocktails and even Peanut Butter Dog Treats for the host's pets. Giada also shows us how to wrap up these edible gifts in creative and fun packaging.
Nothing is better on Christmas morning than an amazing festive brunch. Giada De Laurentiis and her Aunt Raffy create a menu that's savory, sweet and sure to please this holiday season with dishes like Breakfast Lasagna, Triple Ginger Souffle, Todd's Scramble and Strawberry Santas.
Giada De Laurentiis creates meals that feature vegetables as the main dish with hearty and colorful dishes like Kale, Raisin and Pine Nut Soccas, Tuscan Barley and Vegetable Soup, Fettucine With Roasted Tomatoes, Peas and Fresh Mozzarella and Tofu and Black Bean Scramble With Smoked Salmon.
Giada De Laurentiis creates four tasty Italian dishes made with inexpensive ingredients like Cannellini Bean and Sausage Stew, Open-Faced Eggplant and Mushroom Sandwiches, Spicy Garlic and Anchovy Farfalle and Almond Affogato.
Giada De Laurentiis creates her spin on foods to enjoy while watching the big game. The menu includes Sticky Pork Ribs With Balsamic Barbecue Sauce, Sweet Potato Tots With Dill Dust and Strawberry Wonton Cups With Orange Mascarpone.
Chocolate is the star ingredient as Giada De Laurentiis creates three irresistible and unique recipes — Chocolate Fettuccine With Peas and Pancetta, White Chocolate Risotto and a Black and White Italian Cocktail.
Giada De Laurentiis hosts a poolside cocktail party, but the appetizers are finger food versions of traditional breakfast foods like French Toast Fingers with Ginger Bourbon Maple Syrup, Mini Smoked Frittatas With Chive Creme Fraiche and Melon and Olive Mini Skewers With Black Pepper Herb Honey. Her friends, mixologists Alie Ward and Georgia Hardstark, join the fun and create the Scotch Bonnet Marmalade to complement the menu.
Giada De Laurentiis makes three comforting recipes that we all know and love from our childhood, but gives each recipe a grown-up spin; Grown Up "Franks and Beans," Mushroom Mac and Cheese and Strawberry Shortcake Soup.
In this episode, Giada De Laurentiis puts her spin on three dishes from some of Los Angeles's most popular tourist attractions; a Giada Dog from Pink's, Roscoe's Chicken and Waffles and Knott's Berry Farm's famous Boysenberry Pie gets a twist with blackberries and raspberries.
Giada makes four healthy recipes that may be low in fat and calories, but are full of amazing favor. The menu features Egg and Kale Breakfast Wraps, Roasted Vegetables With Chipotle Cream, Grilled Salmon and Pineapple With Avocado Dressing and a Banana and Walnut Smoothie.
Giada makes a very traditional Italian Easter luncheon for her family using the fresh flavors of Italy. The menu features Italian Springtime Lamb, Artichoke Risotto and Whipped Ricotta Salad.
Giada De Laurentiis makes Spicy Citrus Popcorn to snack on in the kitchen, and then Aunt Raffy shows up and teaches Giada one of her favorite recipes, Quinoa and Ceci Soup, followed by Giada sharing her Peanut Butter Espresso Brownies recipe.
Giada De Laurentiis turns up the heat in the kitchen as she creates hot and fiery recipes from around the globe like Vietnamese Red Snapper With Noodles, Vegetable Paella, Spiced Beef Kabobs With Cucumber Yogurt Sauce and Moroccan Chocolate Mousse.
Giada prepares a special Mother's Day lunch for her sister and their kids. The festive menu includes Strawberry Tomato Jam Crostini, Prosciutto and Cucumber Crostini With Arugula Mustard and Fusilli With Sundried Tomato Vinaigrette.
Giada De Laurentiis creates a fun small-bite party menu that features mini versions of some of her favorite recipes over the years like Mini Antipasto Calzones, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes With Lemon Parsley Aioli, Ricotta and Cinnamon Meatballs and Chocolate Honey Almond Tartlets.
Giada De Laurentiis makes three California inspired recipes that culminates with a backyard feast with friends. The menu features California Lettuce Cups, Gorgonzola Burgers and Lemon Angel Food Cupcake With Lemon Curd and Mascarpone Frosting.
Giada De Laurentiis is inspired by her recent trip to Thailand to create an exotic dinner at home. The menu features Thai Curry, Naked Spring Rolls and a sweet Thai Iced Tea.
Giada De Laurentiis hosts a summertime pool party in her backyard with a fun menu to match. The recipes include Buffalo Grilled Shrimp With Goat Cheese Dipping Sauce, Gazpacho Sandwiches, Mascarpone Filled Watermelon and a refreshing Spa Water.
Giada de Laurentiis is joined in the kitchen by her daughter and her friends for a kids' cooking class. The kid-friendly menu features Pizza Popcorn, Green Spears and Ham, Snap Pea and Parmesan Salad and Pound Cake Sandwiches With Strawberry Whipped Cream. Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/giada-at-home/700-series/kids-in-the-kitchen.html?oc=linkback
Giada De Laurentiis makes a handful of recipes from her new restaurant in Las Vegas. The dishes are Italian with a California twist, like Chicken Marsala Meatballs, Lemon Spaghetti With Jumbo Shrimp and Tuscan Rib-Eye Steak.
Giada De Laurentiis teams up with the King of Korean barbecue, Roy Choi. Roy takes Giada on an adventure through L.A.'s Korea Town. Then, Giada returns home and makes Korean Barbecue Beef, Spicy Sesame Bok Choy, Vegetarian Korean Noodles and a Kimchi Pancake to serve up to Todd and their friends.
Giada De Laurentiis makes four quick and easy recipes that can be prepared in just minutes like Calabrian Chili Pasta, Red Snapper Open-Faced Sandwiches, Kale and Hummus Salad and Easy Bananas Foster.
Giada De Laurentiis creates four Italian small plates and serves them Dim Sum-style to her girlfriends. The menu features Jade's BBP, Hazelnut Brittle, Crispy Fig and Gorgonzola Ravioli and Breakfast PLTs.
Giada hosts a Halloween party for Jade and her friends featuring chocolate, almond and cherry brittle, peanut butter candy-filled zeppole, orange spiced apple cider and white chocolate caramel apples.
Giada hosts a traditional family Thanksgiving outdoors. The meal features all the fixings with fun twists like Turkey Breast "Porchetta," Bacon Bourbon Brussels Sprout Skewers and Smashed Root Vegetables.
Giada De Laurentiis is a guest at the Hollywood Improv, for Alie Ward and Georgia Hardstark's live comedy show called "Slumber Party with Alie and Georgia." In keeping with the theme, Giada prepares breakfast-style food to take to the event like Bloody Mary Dip, Silver Dollar Pancake Sandwiches and Eggs Benedict Deviled Eggs. Meanwhile, Alie and Georgia prepare a Lavender Chamomile Tequila to go enjoy with the appetizers while on stage.
Giada De Laurentiis hosts Christmas Eve dinner to celebrate The Feast of the Seven Fishes with her Italian family. In the course of the episode, Giada explains this traditional holiday event as she prepares Tangerine and Herb Branzino, New Orleans Style Barbecued Shrimp and Crispy Oysters Rockefeller.
Giada De Laurentiis creates a spa day menu featuring Farro and Kale Salad, Peas and Carrots, plus Almond and Peach Toasts. In addition, she makes a homemade facial/body scrub and spa water that are all part of a day of pampering that she has planned for her girlfriends.
Giada De Laurentiis makes delectable desserts that would be perfect for a fancy party. An Espresso Cake With Tuscan Liquor Buttercream and Caramel Glass, and a Walnut Rosemary Tart With Orange Chantilly Cream are sure to impress.
Giada De Laurentiis gives tips on how to make restaurant-style dishes in your own kitchen. The dishes are easy, but impressive and delicious, like Pan Seared Salmon With Summer Succotash, Penne With Pork Ragout and New York Strip Steak With Red Wine Butter.
Giada puts her own spin on popular snacks for football fans, including sticky baked chicken wings with a Korean twist; a French lentil-and-hominy chili; mini twice-baked potatoes; and a roasted mushroom-and-kale pizzette.
With a little TLC, Giada De Laurentiis shares some of her favorite chocolate Valentine's Day treats, like Brazilian-Style Truffles, Double-Chocolate Glazed Doughnuts and Red Velvet Whoopie Pies with Chocolate Cream Cheese Filling.
It's a glamorous trip down memory lane and a taste of the beloved foods of Old Hollywood. Giada De Laurentiis is inspired by old menus archived at the Los Angeles Public Library and creates spins on dishes from the famous Villa Nova Restaurant, Chasen's and the Tick Tock Tea Room, with Veal Saltimbocca, Smoky Meaty Chili and Orange Sticky Buns.
It's midnight, you're starving and you feel like some good old-fashioned comfort food. Giada De Laurentiis raids her fridge and whips up some of her favorite late-night munchies, including Mortadella Bites, an Italian Monte Cristo, Pretzel-Crusted Chicken Fingers with Curry Ketchup and a Chocolate Cherry Ice Cream Float.
Giada De Laurentiis creates a springtime feast to celebrate the season with family and friends. The menu includes Herb Roasted Pork Loin with Gremolata; Grilled Potato Salad; Peas, Bacon and Prosecco; and Raspberry Clafoutis.
Giada De Laurentiis hosts a star-themed cocktail party. The menu includes small bites like Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Dates with Lemon Basil Crema, Crostini with Ricotta and Pink Peppercorns, and Chocolate Amaretti Cookies. The decor is star related and, of course, there's an astrologist to entertain guests.
Giada De Laurentiis visits the Belcampo Meat Company in L.A.'s Grand Central Market to learn about different cuts of meat. Then, Giada returns home and makes three steak dishes; Broiled Porter House with Salmoriglio, Flat Iron Steak with Piquillo Pepper Pesto, Skirt Steak with Asian Bruschetta and a steak house cocktail, the Negroni Sbagliato.
Giada De Laurentiis's daughter, Jade, has invited some friends over for an afterschool lunch, so Giada is whipping up a fun kid-friendly menu with a Chicken Parmesan Sandwich, Creamy Cucumber Salad and Chocolate Fluffy Peanut Butter Sundaes.
It's a busy weeknight and you want to get a great dinner on the table fast. Giada De Laurentiis shows us how to make four pasta dishes that can all be accomplished in 15 minutes: Gemelli with Kale Pesto and Olives, Penne With Corn and Spicy Sausage, Orecchiette with Broccoli, plus Pecorino and Orzo with Cherry Tomatoes, Feta and Mint.
Aunt Raffy joins Giada De Laurentiis in the kitchen for a day of fun and laughter while her sister, Eloisa, joins them to try out their family dishes including Polpettone Two Ways, Quinoa Pilaf and Aunt Raffy's Peach and Blueberry Crisp.
A modern, laid back spin on what was once a stuffy tradition: Giada De Laurentiis hosts a tea party with a very modern spin. The menu features Tre Fagioli with Fregola, Open-Faced Tuna Tea Sandwiches with White Bean Spread, Lavender Chamomile Spritzer, and Milk and Honey Tea Cake.
Giada De Laurentiis creates a small plate tasting menu for some of her friends. The twist is that each dish on the menu contains fennel, like a Citrus Fennel Salad, Pan Roasted Salmon with Fennel Puree, Fennel Upside-Down Cake and a Fennel Martini made with Fennel Vodka.
In L.A., there are numerous Italian/Asian fusion restaurants with dishes that reflect the dynamic flavors of the east and the west. In this episode, Giada De Laurentiis explores the Japanese/Italian food culture in L.A. and makes three dishes that reflect a blend of styles and flavors like Blistered Shishito Pepper With Olive and Basil Salt, Asian Mushroom Risotto and Far East Spaghetti. (Episode: GH0807H)
Giada De Laurentiis makes a special -- and portable -- meal for her Aunt Carolyna and her husband, Alex, who are parents to new baby Arlo. Giada prepares Chicken with Chickpea and Tomato Ragu, a Cheesy Bacon and Hash Brown Frittata and Chocolate Hazelnut Banana Bread. Then she packages up the food and drops it off at Carolyna's house while sharing how special it is to have a new baby in the family.
Giada De Laurentiis knows that with everyone cooking more at home, people are looking for "go-to" dishes -- the ingredients are generally on hand, and the result is easy, delicious and satisfies the whole family. Giada is cooking for her daughter Jade and boyfriend Shane, making four summertime recipes that play on repeat in her home. Her Insalata Di Riso, Mixed "Caprese," East Pantry Chicken and Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookie Sandwiches are a home run every time.
Giada De Laurentiis and her daughter, Jade, love nothing more than a day at home making pizza and pasta. People think making pizza dough from scratch is intimidating and laborious when, in fact, it's easy and a total blast. Giada and Jade work together on a Chicago-style Deep Dish Cheese Pizza and pair it with summery Spaghetti with Lemon Zucchini and, for dessert, Lemon and Strawberry Sundaes.
Social distancing doesn't have to rule out a Sunday supper with family -- virtually! Giada De Laurentiis invites her siblings, cousins, aunts and uncles to a Sunday potluck via video chat. Everyone makes their own dinner before dialing in to catch up and eat together. For her part, Giada makes Kale Caesar Salad, Bacon and Mushroom Lasagna and No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies for dessert.
Giada De Laurentiis, her daughter Jade and Giada's boyfriend Shane head to Palm Springs, Calif., for a weekend of fun in the sun. It's also the perfect opportunity to enjoy a poolside, al fresco feast. Giada's summertime menu includes Picnic Pasta, make-your-own Flank Steak Hoagies and Almond Butter Brownies.
Giada De Laurentiis is making some of her favorite family recipes, including Gnocchi with Butter Thyme Sauce, which her Aunt Raffy is also making at her home. Of course, Raffy's version is different, and that leads to some fun banter via video chat! Giada also checks in with her mom in Rome while creating her version of one of her mom's favorite dishes, Veronica's Stuffed Tomatoes, as well as a Simple Chicory Salad.
Giada and her family celebrate the holidays at Aunt Raffy's house in Aspen. Fun filled days in the snowy mountains begin and end with family meals, good cheer, and amazing food. The menu for the weekend includes traditional Italian struffoli, delicious straccoto (Italian pot roast), a special holiday french toast, and more!
