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. Air Date : 18th-Oct-2008  Read More

Homemade Halloween treats are made, including spice cake and chocolate-dipped nougat with dried apricots. Air Date : 25th-Oct-2008  Read More

An Italian meal features vegetable fritto misto with lemon mayonnaise and bucatini all'amatriciana with spicy mozzarella meatballs. Air Date : 1st-Nov-2008  Read More

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. Air Date : 28th-Feb-2009  Read More

Los Angeles-inspired Thanksgiving dishes. Included: spiced turkey breast; poached pears in honey, ginger and cinnamon syrup; sweet-and-savory bread pudding. Air Date : 15th-Nov-2008  Read More

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. Air Date : 29th-Nov-2008  Read More

Giada prepares a colorful menu for an art show she's hosting at her house. Air Date : 22nd-Nov-2008  Read More

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. Air Date : 6th-Dec-2008  Read More

The host serves eggs for dinner. Also: Lamill Coffee in Los Angeles is visited. Air Date : 13th-Dec-2008  Read More

Giada hosts a recipe swap. Included: a fig-and-almond tart. Air Date : 20th-Dec-2008  Read More

The host puts a healthful spin on indulgent foods for a relaxing spa party. Air Date : 27th-Dec-2008  Read More

A healthful menu featuring grilled chicken and avocado Napoleons, citrus salad and angel-food cake with lemon-honey-yogurt sauce. Air Date : 3rd-Jan-2009  Read More

A Moroccan-themed gathering, featuring honey-balsamic lamb chops, couscous cakes, and hibiscus tea with vodka and citrus. Air Date : 10th-Jan-2009  Read More

Giada prepares a picnic brunch to take to a polo match. The menu includes "Champagne Sangria", "Crispy Parmesan Biscuits" and "Espresso Chip Meringues". Air Date : 31st-Jan-2009  Read More

The host throws a sushi-making party. Included: vegetable rolls with chili mayonnaise; salmon hand rolls. Air Date : 17th-Jan-2009  Read More

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. Air Date : 14th-Feb-2009  Read More

Giada De Laurentiis puts her spin on typical picnic fare. Included: deviled eggs with crab; caponata paninis; a chocolate-honey-almond tart. Air Date : 28th-Mar-2009  Read More

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". Air Date : 7th-Feb-2009  Read More

On the menu: red snapper with fava-bean puree; fried cheese-stuffed zucchini blossoms; mini pineapple cakes. Air Date : 8th-Nov-2008  Read More

Giada prepares a menu for a bridal shower. Included: open-faced tuna sandwiches; hummus; coffee-glazed Italian donuts. Air Date : 7th-Mar-2009  Read More

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. Air Date : 14th-Mar-2009  Read More

Mini Italian pub burgers, beer-battered apple and onion rings, and spicy chocolate milkshakes are made. Air Date : 22nd-Nov-2008  Read More

Trinidadian chicken stew, citrus-rice salad and mango-and-lime lassi complete an internationally inspired meal. Air Date : 6th-Jun-2009  Read More

Desserts, including pomegranate-mint sorbet; strawberry-rosemary scones; and chocolate-hazelnut-dipped fruit. Air Date : 8th-Aug-2009  Read More

Zucchini-olive flatbread, cauliflower-and-bacon gratin, and mascarpone-chocolate toffee bars are made. Air Date : 9th-May-2009  Read More

Appetizers are made, including spiced cocktail nuts; crispy zucchini-and-potato pancakes; cheese-stuffed dates and prosciutto; and blueberry-limoncello coolers. Air Date : 18th-Apr-2009  Read More

A portable menu, featuring thyme-pasta frittatas, crunchy slaw and cupcakes with chocolate chips and walnuts. Air Date : 4th-Jul-2009  Read More

A Mother's Day brunch menu, featuring baked French toast with blueberries, steak involtini (meat parcels) and frozen banana-ice-cream sandwiches. Air Date : 2nd-May-2009  Read More

A Father's Day menu, featuring paninis with mozzarella, raspberries and brown sugar; egg salad with Gorgonzola and pancetta; and sweet-apple iced tea. Air Date : 13th-Jun-2009  Read More

The host serves brown-butter risotto with lobster, salmon-and-apple carpaccio, and cinnamon twists with cardamom-honey dipping sauce at a luncheon. Air Date : 23rd-May-2009  Read More

Turkey Milanese with bacon-and-pancetta potatoes and roasted-apple pie are made. Air Date : 25th-Jul-2009  Read More