Ep 20. Happy Trails
- TV-G
- March 14, 2009
- 19 min
In the season 1 episode 20 of Giada At Home titled "Happy Trails," Giada De Laurentiis takes viewers on a culinary adventure inspired by her travels to some of the most beautiful locales in the world. The episode starts off with Giada showcasing her love for cooking outdoors by sharing some of her favorite campfire recipes perfect for glamping or a backyard barbecue.
Next, Giada heads to a local farm to pick up some fresh ingredients for her dishes. She takes advantage of her time on the farm to show viewers how to incorporate locally sourced produce into their everyday cooking. She picks up fresh produce like tomatoes, zucchinis, and peppers to use in her recipes.
Afterwards, Giada gets back to her kitchen to cook up some delicious dishes with her freshly picked produce. She starts off by making a grilled zucchini salad with lemon vinaigrette, a perfect dish for summer.
She then moves on to making a classic Italian spaghetti dish with tomatoes, garlic, and herbs. She emphasizes the importance of using high-quality ingredients like homemade pasta and fresh herbs to elevate the dish to the next level.
Giada also demonstrates how to make a refreshing Italian-style lemonade that's perfect for hot summer days. Made with lemons, mint, and sparkling water, it's a refreshing twist on a classic drink.
Finally, Giada finishes off the episode with a dessert that's sure to satisfy any sweet tooth - a cherry crostata with vanilla whipped cream. She uses fresh cherries to make the filling and a homemade dough to create a flaky crust that's the perfect balance of sweet and tart.
Throughout the episode, viewers get to see Giada's passion for cooking and creating dishes that not only taste delicious but are also visually stunning. From sourcing ingredients from local farms to cooking outdoors on a fire pit, Giada showcases her love for all things food and travel in this episode of Giada At Home. This episode will inspire viewers to try new recipes and explore the flavors of different regions around the world.