Ep 36. College Rivalry

Giada At Home season 2 episode 36 is titled "College Rivalry" and focuses on Giada De Laurentiis creating dishes inspired by the food and traditions of her alma mater, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).

Throughout the episode, Giada shares memories of her time at UCLA and how the food culture on campus influenced her cooking today. She starts by making a blue and gold appetizer spread, using ingredients like blue corn chips and golden Greek yogurt dip.

Next, Giada prepares a grilled chicken sandwich with avocado salsa, a nod to the popular avocado toast trend among LA college students. She even includes a special secret ingredient to make the sandwich extra flavorful.

For the main course, Giada makes UCLA-inspired pasta dishes - one with a hearty meat sauce and another with a lighter summer vegetable sauce. She also shares her technique for perfectly cooked al dente pasta every time.

Finally, for dessert, Giada creates a colorful, funfetti-inspired cake decorated in UCLA colors. She also shows viewers how to make homemade whipped cream, and shares a personal story about why it holds special meaning for her.

Throughout the episode, Giada's personality and passion for food shine through as she shares her love for her alma mater and the inspiration it gives her in the kitchen. With its mix of nostalgia, delicious recipes, and fun anecdotes, "College Rivalry" is a great watch for foodies and college alumni alike.