Ep 19. Springtime in Italy
- TV-G
- April 13, 2014
- 21 min
In Giada At Home season 6 episode 19, titled "Springtime in Italy," Giada De Laurentiis takes viewers on a culinary journey through the regions of Italy during the spring season.
The episode starts in Rome, where Giada explores some of the city's quintessential spring ingredients, including artichokes and lemons. She then uses these ingredients to prepare a light and refreshing salad and a lemon-infused pasta dish that is perfect for the season.
Next, Giada heads to Tuscany, where she visits a local farm to see how they produce their famous pecorino cheese. She then uses the cheese to make a delicious frittata, which she pairs with a refreshing asparagus and pea salad.
Moving on to the coastal region of Liguria, Giada explores the flavors of the sea with a dish of shrimp and scallops, paired with a fresh and flavorful tomato and olive bruschetta.
Finally, Giada heads to the northern region of Lombardy to explore the rich, hearty flavors of the season. She prepares a comforting risotto with mushrooms and sausage, as well as a decadent, chocolatey dessert that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Throughout the episode, Giada shares interesting insights about the seasonal ingredients she is using and the different culinary traditions of each region. With her signature warmth and charm, she invites viewers to join her on this culinary adventure through Italy's springtime flavors.