Giada at Home

Oct 18, 2008

In the series opener, Giada De Laurentiis creates fresh, simple dishes for a neighborhood block party. On the menu: chicken and shrimp with pancetta chimichurri; orecchiette with greens; garbanzo beans and ricotta salata; blueberry-and-mascarpone turnovers.

Oct 25, 2008

Homemade Halloween treats are made, including spice cake and chocolate-dipped nougat with dried apricots.

Nov 1, 2008

An Italian meal features vegetable fritto misto with lemon mayonnaise and bucatini all'amatriciana with spicy mozzarella meatballs.

Feb 28, 2009

Giada creates a stylish, eclectic menu for a trunk show she's hosting at her home. Included: shrimp spring rolls with cucumber-yogurt dip; beef pops with pineapple-parsley sauce; blended cherry mojitos.

Nov 15, 2008

Los Angeles-inspired Thanksgiving dishes. Included: spiced turkey breast; poached pears in honey, ginger and cinnamon syrup; sweet-and-savory bread pudding.

Nov 29, 2008

Giada De Laurentiis plans a traditional lobster bake on the beach. The menu includes lobster tails with clarified butter, corn-and-black-bean salad with basil-lime vinaigrette, and spiked watermelon pops.

Nov 22, 2008

Giada prepares a colorful menu for an art show she's hosting at her house.

Dec 6, 2008

Italian dishes are made for a holiday get-together. Included: penne with shrimp and herbed cream sauce; Gorgonzola-stuffed portobello mushrooms; cranberry-cornmeal cake topped with caramel-walnut sauce.

Dec 13, 2008

The host serves eggs for dinner. Also: Lamill Coffee in Los Angeles is visited.

Dec 20, 2008

Giada hosts a recipe swap. Included: a fig-and-almond tart.

Dec 27, 2008

The host puts a healthful spin on indulgent foods for a relaxing spa party.

Jan 3, 2009

A healthful menu featuring grilled chicken and avocado Napoleons, citrus salad and angel-food cake with lemon-honey-yogurt sauce.

Jan 10, 2009

A Moroccan-themed gathering, featuring honey-balsamic lamb chops, couscous cakes, and hibiscus tea with vodka and citrus.

Jan 31, 2009

Giada prepares a picnic brunch to take to a polo match. The menu includes "Champagne Sangria", "Crispy Parmesan Biscuits" and "Espresso Chip Meringues".

Jan 17, 2009

The host throws a sushi-making party. Included: vegetable rolls with chili mayonnaise; salmon hand rolls.

Feb 14, 2009

The host plans a meal inspired by Paris. On the menu: steak-and-cheese croissant sandwiches; mushroom-and-parsley salad; raspberry-rose pots de crème.

Mar 28, 2009

Giada De Laurentiis puts her spin on typical picnic fare. Included: deviled eggs with crab; caponata paninis; a chocolate-honey-almond tart.

Feb 7, 2009

Giada and her husband Todd share a romantic evening while daughter Jade stays with a sitter. The recipes shared are "Roasted Citrus-Herb Game Hen", "Crouton Salad" and "Olive and Sun-Dried Tomato Vegetables".

Nov 8, 2008

On the menu: red snapper with fava-bean puree; fried cheese-stuffed zucchini blossoms; mini pineapple cakes.

Mar 7, 2009

Giada prepares a menu for a bridal shower. Included: open-faced tuna sandwiches; hummus; coffee-glazed Italian donuts.

Mar 14, 2009

The host packs an eco-friendly picnic to take along on a hike. Included: cranberry-nut granola; grilled vegetable, herb and goat cheese sandwiches; chocolate-raspberry bars.

Nov 22, 2008

Mini Italian pub burgers, beer-battered apple and onion rings, and spicy chocolate milkshakes are made.

Jun 6, 2009

Trinidadian chicken stew, citrus-rice salad and mango-and-lime lassi complete an internationally inspired meal.

Aug 8, 2009

Desserts, including pomegranate-mint sorbet; strawberry-rosemary scones; and chocolate-hazelnut-dipped fruit.

May 9, 2009

Zucchini-olive flatbread, cauliflower-and-bacon gratin, and mascarpone-chocolate toffee bars are made.

Apr 18, 2009

Appetizers are made, including spiced cocktail nuts; crispy zucchini-and-potato pancakes; cheese-stuffed dates and prosciutto; and blueberry-limoncello coolers.

Jul 4, 2009

A portable menu, featuring thyme-pasta frittatas, crunchy slaw and cupcakes with chocolate chips and walnuts.

May 2, 2009

A Mother's Day brunch menu, featuring baked French toast with blueberries, steak involtini (meat parcels) and frozen banana-ice-cream sandwiches.

Jun 13, 2009

A Father's Day menu, featuring paninis with mozzarella, raspberries and brown sugar; egg salad with Gorgonzola and pancetta; and sweet-apple iced tea.

May 23, 2009

The host serves brown-butter risotto with lobster, salmon-and-apple carpaccio, and cinnamon twists with cardamom-honey dipping sauce at a luncheon.

Jul 25, 2009

Turkey Milanese with bacon-and-pancetta potatoes and roasted-apple pie are made.

Jul 18, 2009

White-bean-and-chicken chili, paired with cheddar-scallion bread and limoncello granitas.

Apr 25, 2009

Finger foods are featured, including stuffed baby peppers; tomato-basil tartlets; apricot-and-walnut phyllo cups; and whole-wheat pita chips with mascarpone-chive dipping sauce.

Apr 11, 2009

A simple lunch menu is featured.

Apr 25, 2009

A pasta buffet is featured.

Jun 20, 2009

On the menu: penne with braised short ribs; bibb salad with Parmesan-butter crostini; apple-cider shandy.

Aug 22, 2009

Giada makes a picnic lunch to take with on her day volunteering in a community garden for OXFAM, a charity to combat world hunger. The portable foods prepared are "Smoked Salmon BLT", "Pecorino and Bean Salad" and "Ginger-Tea Lemonade".

Aug 1, 2009

On the menu: Asian chicken salad; ricotta parfaits; ravioli with arugula, tomatoes and pancetta.

Sep 12, 2009

Giada whips up a family-style meal for a makeover party with her girlfriends. On the menu: artichoke-and-bean crostinis; vegetable Parmesan; melon-and-mint slush.

Apr 4, 2009

Light springtime dishes are featured.

Aug 29, 2009

Healthful freezable meals are made. Included: an egg-white frittata with lox and arugula; chicken Milanese with tomato-and-fennel sauce; mini pancakes with raspberry sorbet and chocolate sauce.

Jul 11, 2009

Penne with Treviso and goat cheese, chicken-and-arugula pita pockets, and raspberry-vanilla smoothies are packed for a picnic.

May 30, 2009

Israeli coucous with apples, cranberries and herbs; chicken burgers with garlic-rosemary mayo; and toasted pound cake with citrus cream.

Jun 27, 2009

The host visits the Cheese Store of Beverly Hills before preparing turkey meat loaf with feta and sun-dried tomatoes; cheesy baked farro; and crostata with apples, walnuts and Gorgonzola.

Sep 26, 2009

Giada spends an afternoon teaching kids how to cook a simple meal at a local cooking school.

Sep 19, 2009

Money-saving meals are featured. Included: lemon chicken soup with spaghetti; pea-pesto crostini; lemon-mint cake with lemon syrup.

Jan 30, 2010

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.

Oct 24, 2009

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.

Oct 31, 2009

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.

Nov 14, 2009

Giada makes Thanksgiving dinner for the family. This time, forget the turkey...Giada's making Pork Chops!

Nov 28, 2009

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 to take to the party.

Dec 5, 2009

It's a California Christmas. Giada and family celebrate!

Dec 26, 2009

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.

Jan 2, 2010

Giada prepares a menu that will help viewers stick to their New Year's Resolution to follow a healthy diet.

Jan 9, 2010

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.

Oct 17, 2009

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.

Feb 13, 2010

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 and the food is gourmet comfort food. The setting is very "white world" with big poofs and mattresses in the backyard...very relaxed.

Mar 13, 2010

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.

Jan 23, 2010

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.

Mar 20, 2010

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.

Mar 27, 2010

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. See Tune-In Times

May 15, 2010

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.

Feb 20, 2010

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.

Mar 6, 2010

Eloisa comes over to the house to hang with Giada, while the kids, Julian and Jade, enjoy a play date.

Feb 27, 2010

Giada shares some of her favorite comfort food recipes. These recipes are made for making you feel better.

Apr 10, 2010

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.

Jun 5, 2010

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.

May 29, 2010

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.

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.

Jul 10, 2010

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.

Nov 1, 2010

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.

Jul 24, 2010

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.

Jun 12, 2010

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.

Apr 3, 2010

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.

Oct 16, 2010

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.

Sep 4, 2010

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.

Jul 17, 2010

Giada invites some friends over for a signature cocktail, fun appetizers AND a blank canvas. Each guest gets their own easel and blank canvas to create a masterpiece while they enjoy Giada's deliciously creative menu. An artist friend is on hand to offer tips, encouragement and creative inspiration.

Dec 18, 2010

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.

Oct 2, 2010

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.

Jul 31, 2010

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.

May 1, 2010

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!

Sep 11, 2010

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.

Sep 18, 2010

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.

Nov 27, 2010

Giada makes a stress-free menu for her cocktail party.

Sep 25, 2010

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.

Giada hosts another pre-trick-or-treat party...this time outside in the backyard, as the sun starts to set.

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.

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.

Great recipes to kick off the new year right. A menu with a healthy touch ... light on fatty ingredients, heavy on flavor.

Giada gives us some money smart recipes that save a few dollars, but still create amazing and fun dishes.

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.

Giada creates some out-of-this-world baked goodies for her nephew and sister to take to the school bake sale.

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.

In this episode, Giada creates a fun menu to serve to Todd and Jade on the beach just before sunset.

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 DeLaurentiis 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 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 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.

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.

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 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's grandmother kept a recipe journal that contains family recipes and De Laurentiis cooking secrets, written in her own hand. She passed this journal down to her daughter Raffy who, in turn, passed it down to Giada. Giada and Raffy spend an afternoon in the kitchen re-creating some of these amazing family dishes.

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.

Grilling isn't just for the guys. 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.

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.

Sep 17, 2011

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.

Sep 10, 2011

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.

The kids are back in school, with lots of extracurricular activities, and the work day is busier than ever. How do you find the time to squeeze in some delicious home-cooked meals on those hectic weeknights? 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.

Oct 1, 2011

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.

Feb 18, 2012

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.

Oct 29, 2011

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.

Mar 3, 2012

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. Kale, Mushroom and Cranberry Tart, Roasted Pork Loin and Peartini are free spirited, but still easy and delicious.

Mar 10, 2012

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 of Chinese Turkey Salad, Orange-Scented Chilled Tomato Soup and Magic Bars, inspired by the flavors of her restaurant.

Nov 5, 2011

Giada De Laurentiis mentors under-served kids interested in careers in the food industry. She helps them prepare a dinner of Rosemary and Mustard Chicken With Vegetable Bolognese, Polenta Torta and Stone-Fruit Shortcakes With Mascarpone Cream for their teachers as a way of saying "thanks."

Feb 4, 2012

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.

Oct 8, 2011

It's tailgating time and Giada De Laurentiis prepares unique chili recipes from around the country! With California Turkey Chili, Vegetarian Chili Verde, and Short Rib Chili, Giada kicks off game day with winning recipes.

Oct 22, 2011

Nov 12, 2011

Thanksgiving is a time to spend with friends, family and fabulous food! Giada De Laurentiis creates a fresh approach to a classic menu with Roasted Root Vegetable Salad, Pumpkin and Goat Cheese Risotto and Cranberry-Orange Glazed Turkey for a memorable Thanksgiving.

Nov 26, 2011

Giada De Laurentiis is hosting a cocktail party for her closest friends. She provides entertaining tips and creates easy dishes for an unforgettable evening. On the menu: Polenta Half-Moons With Whipped Goat Cheese, Mini Shrimp Cakes With Ginger Butter, Citrus Couscous Cups, and a refreshing cocktail, Frozen Grapetini.

Dec 3, 2011

Giada De Laurentiis celebrates the season by preparing a beautiful family meal. The menu is a gift in itself of Roasted Prime Rib With Thyme and Marsala, Mashed Potatoes With Kale and for dessert, Pistachio, Cherry and Chocolate Tart.

Dec 31, 2011

Rise and Shine with Giada De Laurentiis and get the morning started with a gourmet approach to breakfast classics. The delicious menu includes Creamy Polenta with Bacon and Cranberries, Sweet and Sticky Caramel-Hazelnut Rolls, Italian Sausage and Egg Bake, and a refreshing Strawberry, Lemon and Basil Mimosa!

Jan 7, 2012

Giada De Laurentiis prepares healthy, energizing recipes with amazing flavors for her New Year's Resolution! Giada uses fresh ingredients for a revitalizing menu that includes Rise and Shine Juice, Baked Halibut With Arugula Salsa Verde; Turkey, Kale and Brown Rice Soup and a healthy dessert of Blueberry Frozen Yogurt.

Jan 21, 2012

The holidays are over, and it's time to start the New Year off right! Giada De Laurentiis prepares an affordable and delicious meal of Strawberry Cream Parfaits, Hearty Meatball Stew, and Artichoke Soup with Fresh Mint.

Jan 28, 2012

It's a big football weekend and Giada De Laurentiis cooks up some fabulous munchies that will leave her guests talking about the food and the football! Giada's big game food includes Caprese Burgers, Warm Artichoke and Bacon Dip, and Spicy Cinnamon-Chocolate Brownies.

Feb 11, 2012

Giada De Laurentiis loves chocolate! She shares some of her favorite mouth watering chocolate recipes including a Homemade Chocolate-Hazelnut Spread, Double Chocolate and Mint Cookies, Brownie-Walnut Pie, and to top it off, a Chocolate-Espresso Martini!

Feb 25, 2012

Nothing beats an evening of amazing comfort food with your family. Giada De Laurentiis whips up a hearty meal for Todd and Jade; Pork Chops with Apples and Pancetta, Three-Cheese Potato Gratin, and a delicious Fried Banana Split

Mar 17, 2012

Bake sale goodies with a unique flare! Giada De Laurentiis spends the day in the kitchen baking a variety of fabulous treats including S'more Brownie Bites, Lemon Carnival Cookies, and Sweet Peach Cake.

Mar 31, 2012

Giada De Laurentiis creates a perfect meal for her friends that celebrates the flavors of springtime. The light and healthy recipes include Linguine with Shrimp, Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes; Fennel, Radish and Chive Salad; and a refreshing Peach, Raspberry and Lime Sangria.

Apr 7, 2012

It's Jade's 3rd birthday, and Giada De Laurentiis makes a special birthday meal for Jade and her friends. The fun and simple recipes include Mini Chicken and Broccoli Pot Pies, Round and Round Pasta and Jade's Strawberry-Filled Cupcakes.

Apr 15, 2012

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.

May 5, 2012

Giada De Laurentiis hosts her book club and features a menu based on the surf romance "Groundswell." Author Katie Lee is a guest at the party with fresh Mexican inspired dishes: Halibut Ceviche Salad, Quinoa With Black Beans and Hominy and Mango Tequila Cocktails.

May 12, 2012

Aunt Raffy joins Giada De Laurentiis in the kitchen to re-create a few of grandmother Nonna Luna's recipes. Nonna Luna's recipe diaries include a wealth of family recipes and cooking secrets passed down from Nonna Luna to Raffy, and then from Raffy to Giada. Some of Giada's favorites include Nonna's Artichokes, Baked Risotto and a special Spinach Loaf.

May 19, 2012

Giada De Laurentiis and Todd host a twilight party in their Malibu backyard, complete with fun camp-style food! Todd sets up a tent, pillows and sleeping bags for Jade and Julian, as Giada prepares a campy menu of Lamb Sliders, Penne With Roasted Vegetables and Prosciutto, and to stay warm, White Hot Chocolate With Marshmallow Stirrers.

Jun 2, 2012

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.

Jun 9, 2012

Giada De Laurentiis is inspired by four different regions in Italy to create a unique Italian dinner. The elegant and easy menu includes Mussels Oreganata, Calabrese Fried Eggplant, Campanelle with Spicy Mint Sauce and Umbrian-Style Veal Chops.

Jun 16, 2012

Giada De Laurentiis and her daughter, Jade, fly a kite on the beach while Giada's husband, Todd, enjoys the water kite surfing. Todd joins the girls and they share an elegant picnic dinner. Giada makes Gruyere and Spinach Bakes, Orzo With Artichoke Pesto and Grilled Corn and, for dessert, Strawberry and Lemon Meringue Clouds.

Jun 23, 2012

n a one-hour "Giada at Home" special, Giada De Laurentiis gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the polo luncheon she catered for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge during their California visit and prepares a royal lunch at home for her friends who attended the event. The menu features Frico Cups with Shrimp and Avocado, Grilled Vegetable Towers and Chicken and Crunchy Slaw in Endive Spears, as well as Prosecco and Scotch Whiskey Juleps.

Jun 30, 2012

Giada De Laurentiis celebrates America with a delicious summertime menu. She hosts a festive backyard bash with Smoky Pork Burgers with Apple-Onion Chutney, Chicken Sausage Skewers, and Blueberry and Peach Crumb Pie.

Jul 7, 2012

Go behind the scenes with Giada De Laurentiis and Suzanne Goin as they plan for an incredible charity event. We'll tell Alex's story and explain Giada's special interest in the organization. As they plan the party, Giada prepares a special meal for Suzanne of Beet and Marinated Goat Cheese Salad, Halibut With Lemon-Butter and Crispy Shallots and a unique flavor of Maple-Fig Ice Cream

Jul 14, 2012

Giada De Laurentiis and a few of her girlfriends take a rock-climbing lesson at Point Dume outside of Malibu. Giada makes a picnic that includes an Israeli Couscous Salad, Chicken and Honey Mustard Pinwheels and Fig, Almond and Orange Bars for everyone to enjoy after a great day on the rocks.

Aug 4, 2012

Giada creates a French Polynesian meal inspired by her recent trip to Bora Bora. She throws a beautiful island party in the backyard with an exotic menu of Mahi Mahi With Mango and Vanilla Coulis and Two Island Cocktails.

Aug 18, 2012

Giada De Laurentiis creates simple recipes that Jade and her friends will love: yummy variations on children's favorites, Cheesy Pastry Puffs, Spaghetti Nests and Chocolate-Cranberry Treats.

Aug 25, 2013

Giada De Laurentiis and her family are big fans of the LA Galaxy soccer team. Giada hosts a kid party in her backyard and invites some of the players. They enjoy some soccer fun and a lunch kids and adults will enjoy: Turkey and Spinach Taquitos and Parmesan Lavash Chips With Creamy Tomato-Basil Dip.

Sep 8, 2012

Giada visits some of her favorite food trucks around Los Angeles and then creates dishes inspired by them, like Pulled Pork Tacos, Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, Sweet Potato Fries, and Chocolate and Strawberry Crepes.

Sep 15, 2012

Giada De Laurentiis loves desserts. In this "Giada at Home" episode she creates two of her favorites that taste as good as they look. Giada bakes an Amaretto Chocolate Tart with Apricot Cream and a Frozen Meringue Cake with Raspberry-Balsamic Syrup.

Sep 29, 2012

"Giada at Home" explores some of the cool places around Los Angeles where you can go for breakfast. Giada De Laurentiis re-creates some of her favorite dishes with her own spin like Lemon-Almond Waffles; Salami, Bacon and Spinach Hash; Breakfast Popovers With Italian Sausage and Peach and Basil Frozen Daiquiris.

Oct 6, 2012

Giada De Laurentiis creates four snacks that are great for any casual get together. Sweet and Salty Nuts and Bacon Snack, Italian Sausage, Three-Cheese and Beer Fondue, Beer-Battered Asparagus with Caper and Tarragon Dipping Sauce and Popcorn with Herbs de Provence and Asiago Cheese.

Oct 13, 2012

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.

Oct 20, 2012

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.

Nov 3, 2012

A menu inspired by the flavors of Spain. Included: a Spanish potato omelet; a quick-and-easy romesco sauce; a seafood-sausage-and-chicken fideuà; and a triple-lemon malt.

Jan 12, 2013

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.

Mar 9, 2013

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.

Mar 16, 2013

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.

Oct 27, 2012

Season 5 begins with recipes for a Halloween party. Included: grape-and-mango parfaits; chocolate-orange cake pops; and spiced pumpkin-raisin cookies.

Nov 10, 2012

Side dishes for Thanksgiving are prepared. Recipes include: baked-mashed potatoes with peas; Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs; sweet-and-savory-root-vegetable stuffing with apples and dried cranberries; and persimmon-pumpkin pie with mascarpone shortbread crust.

Nov 24, 2012

Appetizers and cocktails are created for an art show. Included: mini grilled-pork skewers; mini eggplant Parmesan; lemon-and-vodka martinis.

Dec 8, 2012

Christmas dinner is served on the beach in California and consists of seafood salad, stuffing with bacon, and chocolate-chestnut tortelli.

Jan 5, 2013

A menu for a spa day includes Swiss-chard rolls with wild rice and exotic spices. Also: Niçoise-salad pizzettes; and an avocado-chocolate mousse.

Jan 19, 2013

Giada prepares a chicken, which she uses for three separate dishes. Included: garlic-roasted chicken and root vegetables; risotto with bacon and kale; and curry-chicken-apple wraps.

Jan 26, 2013

Giada's take on sports-bar food. Included: sweet-and-sour pork served on slider buns; sweet-potato strings with beet ketchup; beer-battered cremini mushrooms; and a beer cocktail.

Feb 9, 2013

A chocolate-theme menu includes wedge salad with raspberry-chocolate vinaigrette; cocoa-rubbed pork tenderloin with chocolate-tomato sauce; chocolate zabaglione with tiramisu; and white-chocolate-espresso martinis.

Feb 16, 2013

Giada prepares four meatball recipes. Included: mini-turkey meatballs with a mango-raspberry-balsamic BBQ sauce; meatball panini with grilled red onions, prosciutto and provolone cheese; white pizza with kale and meatballs; and Italian turkey meatballs with tomato-basil sauce.

Feb 23, 2013

Three decadent recipes are prepared, including four-cheese ravioli with herb pesto; eggplant-Parmesan meatloaf; and chocolate-raspberry layer cake.

Mar 23, 2013

Recipes for a spring luncheon are prepared using fresh ingredients. Included: a puree of grilled artichoke and celery root; lemon-cumin chicken; and hibiscus panna cotta.

Mar 30, 2013

Recipes that represent milestone moments for Giada. Included: baked lemon ziti; mozzarella fonduta; rib-eye-steak paninis; and pink-grapefruit-and-thyme Bellinis.

Apr 20, 2013

A menu inspired by the fresh flavors of Venice Beach, Cal., also has an Italian influence. Recipes include lemony shrimp-and-risotto; three-cheese-and-artichoke calzones; and citrus gelato.

May 4, 2013

A Mexican feast is prepared. Dishes include stuffed red peppers; chipotle shrimp served with arugula salad; an agua fresca recipe with watermelon and strawberry; and tres-leches tiramisu.

May 11, 2013

Giada hosts a baby shower. The menu includes roasted red-pepper hummus in cucumber cups; pasta shells filled with chicken salad; open-face smoked salmon finger sandwiches with herb-horseradish cream cheese.

May 18, 2013

Giada prepares some of her grandfather's favorite recipes with help from her Aunt Raffy. The dinner menu includes fusilli with pea pesto and smoked mozzarella; lemon-mustard potato salad; and an orange-ricotta-quinoa pie.

Jun 1, 2013

Barbecue recipes that represent different parts of the country are featured. Giada prepares pork sandwiches with white barbecue sauce; grilled salmon with sun-dried tomato butter; spiced beef brisket with smoky barbecue sauce; and grilled apples with caramel-mascarpone cream.

Jun 8, 2013

Giada cooks with apples. Recipes include apple chips with sweet yogurt dip; grilled chicken with apple-mango chutney; and apple galette topped with goat cheese, sour cherry and almonds.

Jun 15, 2013

A special meal for Father's Day is prepared by Giada. Recipes include bacon-and-cheese manicotti; spicy red-wine spaghetti; and meaty penne.

Jun 22, 2013

Giada uses a recipe for corn muffins as a basis for other dishes, including blueberry-buttermilk muffins and bacon-and-scallion muffins. She also makes pea-lettuce-fennel soup and homemade chai latte.

Jun 29, 2013

Giada throws a 60th birthday party for her aunt. The menu includes turkey-stuffed vegetables; gnocchi with tomato, basil and olives; and a special cake.

Jul 6, 2013

Giada plants a garden at a Compton elementary school with help from students and volunteers. Months later, she visits the kids and faculty, bringing with her a picnic lunch to share. Included: a pancetta-fontina-zucchini quiche; mini carrot-apple cupcakes; and cavatappi pasta with roasted vegetables and creamy lemon-herb dressing.

Jul 13, 2013

Recipes perfect for young adults are demonstrated by Giada. Included: corn-and-tomato soup; lemony shrimp scampi with orzo and arugula; pearl couscous with chicken and peas; blueberry-banana bread.

Jul 20, 2013

Giada prepares a kid-friendly lunch for her daughter Jade. The menu includes sweet apple pops; cheesy-muffin pizzas; and carrot fries with lemon-mint dip.

Jul 27, 2013

Giada makes Italian pasta from scratch. She also prepares recipes for creamy spinach-and-mushroom lasagna; roasted tomato soup with halibut and fresh pasta; fettuccine with figs, prosciutto and goat cheese.

Aug 10, 2013

Stuffed recipes. Included: antipasto-filled chicken breasts; popovers with crab-and-mango salad; peanut-butter cupcakes.

Apr 13, 2013

Giada hosts a luncheon for three deserving women. On the menu is pan-fried salmon with green goddess tzatziki; a quinoa salad with roasted eggplant and apples; iced tea with berries, melon and mint.

Aug 24, 2013

Giada visits her daughter's school for career day and prepares a kid-friendly menu for the students. Included: sushi pinwheels; almond-butter minimuffins with strawberry jam; and homemade fruit roll-ups.

Aug 31, 2013

Bobby Flay joins Giada in the kitchen, where they make grilled seafood pasta fra diavolo; chili-rubbed pork chops with grilled pineapple; and grilled peach tarte tatin with thyme whipped cream. Also: Bobby's recipe for sparkling apricot-mint sours.

Sep 28, 2013

Dim sum is on the menu when Giada invites her companions who traveled with her to Hong Kong over for a meal that includes chocolate bao with dipping sauce; braised short rib dumplings with corn puree; lemper ayam; and Gorgonzola-pear gyoza.

Sep 14, 2013

A kid-friendly menu for a sleepover. Included: crispy chicken tenders with piccata sauce; "pizza di rotelle"; and strawberry hot chocolate with chocolate-pretzel dippers.

Oct 19, 2013

Giada puts her own spin on a diner classic when she prepares a burger with the works served with Parmesan-eggplant fries with basil ketchup. Also: a recipe for cupcake shakes.

Oct 26, 2013

Treats are made for a festive Halloween party. Recipes include: pumpkin-maple-bacon cheesecake; witch finger cookies; brittle bones; and chocolate-fig black hats.

Nov 2, 2013

Giada and her husband throw a party with a casino theme based on their recent trip to Monte Carlo. On the menu: lobster arancini; crostini with poached figs, goat cheese and crispy pancetta; tangerine sorbet with vanilla ice cream and candied pistachios; and to wash it down, basil-blackberry spritzers.

Nov 16, 2013

Giada adds a new twist to Thanksgiving leftovers. Included: a "thankful shepherd's pie"; cranberry-barbecue sliders with celery-apple slaw; and eggs Benedict on stuffing cakes.

Nov 30, 2013

Easy homemade treats to give for presents are prepared by Giada. Included: double ginger cookies; crispy chickpeas; rosemary cashews; raw goji berry trail mix; Moscow Mule cocktails; peanut-butter dog treats. Also: tips and techniques for wrapping these edible gifts.

Dec 7, 2013

Giada whips up a festive Christmas brunch with help from her aunt. On the menu is breakfast lasagna and a triple-ginger soufflé, along with Todd's scramble and strawberry Santas.

Jan 5, 2014

Veggies take center stage. Included: kale-raisin-and-pine nut soccas; Tuscan barley-and-vegetable soup; fettuccine with roasted tomatoes, peas and fresh mozzarella; and tofu-black bean scramble with smoked salmon.

Jan 19, 2014

Giada's guide to preparing inexpensive and delicious Italian dishes. On the menu: a stew made with cannellini beans and sausage; an open-faced eggplant-mushroom sandwich; spicy garlic-anchovy farfalle; and almond affogato.

Jan 26, 2014

Giada's menu for game day. Included: sticky pork ribs with a balsamic barbecue sauce; sweet-potato tots with dill dust; and strawberry with orange mascarpone in wonton cups.

Feb 9, 2014

Recipes featuring chocolate as the star ingredient. Included: chocolate fettuccine with peas and pancetta; white-chocolate risotto; and a black-and-white Italian cocktail.

Feb 16, 2014

Giada hosts a poolside party featuring appetizers inspired by traditional breakfast foods. Included: French toast fingers with ginger-bourbon-maple syrup; mini smoked frittatas with chive crème fraîche; and a Scotch bonnet-marmalade cocktail.

Mar 2, 2014

Giada puts a grown-up spin on three favorite recipes from childhood. Included: franks and beans; mac and cheese with mushrooms; and strawberry-shortcake soup.

Mar 16, 2014

Giada puts her own spin on dishes from tourist attractions in Los Angeles. Included: Pink's Hot Dogs; Roscoe's House of Chicken and Waffles; and pie from Knott's Berry Farm.

Mar 23, 2014

Four healthy recipes that are full of flavor, but low in fat and calories. Included: egg-and-kale breakfast wraps; roasted vegetables with chipotle cream; grilled salmon and pineapple with avocado dressing; a banana-walnut smoothie.

Apr 13, 2014

A traditional Italian Easter luncheon is prepared by Giada for her family. On the menu: springtime lamb; artichoke risotto; a whipped ricotta salad.

Apr 20, 2014

Giada makes spicy-citrus popcorn; and learns her aunt's recipe for quinoa-and-ceci soup. Also: peanut-butter-espresso brownies.

May 4, 2014

Fiery recipes from around the globe. Included: Vietnamese red snapper with noodles; vegetable paella; spiced beef kabobs with cucumber-yogurt sauce; Moroccan chocolate mousse.

May 11, 2014

Giada makes a Mother's Day lunch for her sister and their kids. On the menu: crostini with strawberry-tomato jam; and prosciutto-cucumber crostini with arugula mustard. Also: fusilli with sun-dried tomato vinaigrette.

May 18, 2014

Giada makes mini versions of her favorite recipes for a party. On the menu: antipasto calzones; roasted fingerling potatoes with lemon-parsley aioli; ricotta-cinnamon meatballs; and chocolate-honey-almond tartlets.

Jun 1, 2014

Three California-inspired recipes are prepared for a backyard feast with friends. On the menu: lettuce cups; Gorgonzola burgers; and angel food cupcakes with lemon curd and mascarpone frosting.

Jun 8, 2014

A trip to Thailand inspires Giada to create an exotic dinner at home. On the menu: curry, naked spring rolls, and a sweet iced tea.

Jul 6, 2014

Giada hosts a summertime pool party in her backyard, and serves her guests grilled shrimp with a goat-cheese dipping sauce, gazpacho sandwiches, mascarpone-filled watermelon, and refreshing spa water.

Aug 17, 2014

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.

Aug 24, 2014

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.

Aug 31, 2014

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.

Sep 14, 2014

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.

Sep 21, 2014

Giada De Laurentiis and her Aunt Raffy team up in the kitchen to prepare recipes inspired by family favorites. The menu includes Escarole Pie, Pizza Rustica and Pizza With Buzz, a favorite of Raffy's husband.

Sep 28, 2014

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.

Oct 26, 2014

Giada De Laurentiis hosts a very "old school" Halloween party for Jade and her friends. Giada transforms her backyard into a pumpkin patch and the kids decorate pumpkins and snack on traditional treats like Chocolate, Almond and Cherry Brittle, Peanut Butter Candy-Filled Zeppole, Orange Spiced Apple Cider and White Chocolate Caramel Apples.

Nov 16, 2014

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.

Nov 30, 2014

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.

Dec 7, 2014

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.

Dec 14, 2014

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.

Jan 18, 2015

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.

Jan 4, 2015

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.

Jan 25, 2015

Giada De Laurentiis makes the top four most-requested game-day snacks and gives each one her own special spin. The menu features Sticky Baked Chicken Wings with a Korean twist, a French Lentil and Hominy Chili, Mini Twice-Baked Potatoes, and Roasted Mushroom and Kale Pizzette.

Feb 8, 2015

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.

Feb 15, 2015

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.

Feb 22, 2015

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.

May 17, 2015

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.

May 24, 2015

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.

May 31, 2015

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.

Apr 5, 2015

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.

Apr 12, 2015

Giada De Laurentiis hosts a star-themed cocktail part. 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.

Apr 19, 2015

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.

Apr 26, 2015

Giada De Laurentiis's daughter, Jade, has invited some friends over for an after-school lunch, so Giada is whipping up a fun kid-friendly menu with a Chicken Parmesan Sandwich, Creamy Cucumber Salad and Fluffy Chocolate Peanut Butter Sundaes.

May 3, 2015

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.

May 10, 2015

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.

Jun 27, 2020

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.

Jul 4, 2020

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.

Jul 11, 2020

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.

Jul 18, 2020

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.

Jul 25, 2020

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.

Aug 1, 2020

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.