Ep 5. What Would Nonno Dino Make?

Giada in Italy season 2 episode 5, titled "What Would Nonno Dino Make?", is a culinary adventure that features the renowned celebrity chef, Giada De Laurentiis, exploring the flavors and cultures of Italy's culinary capital, Rome.

In this episode, Giada visits her grandfather's hometown, Torricella Peligna, in the Abruzzo region of Italy, where she meets her uncle and cousins and learns about her family's culinary traditions. She also celebrates her grandfather, who was a prolific cook and food lover.

The episode begins with Giada's arrival in Torricella Peligna, where she meets her uncle and cousins, who take her on a tour of the town. The tour includes a visit to the local market, where they shop for ingredients for their family meal. The market is bustling with vendors selling fresh produce, meat, and cheese, and Giada revels in the local flavor, sampling different items at each stall.

After the market, Giada and her family head back to her uncle's house, where they begin to prepare the meal. Giada's cousin, Carlo, shows her how to make one of their family's classic dishes, pollo alla cacciatora, or hunter's chicken. It is a simple and rustic dish that consists of chicken simmered in a tomato and vegetable sauce. Giada learns that many of the dishes in the Abruzzo region are peasant dishes, made with simple ingredients, and that the focus is on the flavor and the love that goes into the preparation.

As the meal preparation continues, Giada gets to work making her own spin on a classic dish, spaghetti alla carbonara. Giada's version includes pancetta, egg yolk, cheese, and black pepper, and she explains to her family how much she loves experimenting with classic dishes to make them her own.

While the food cooks, Giada takes a moment to sit down with her Uncle Dino and talk about her grandfather's love for cooking. Uncle Dino tells her stories about how her grandfather would always be in the kitchen, cooking up a storm for the family. Giada reflects on how her grandfather's love for food and family has influenced her own passion for cooking.

Finally, the meal is ready, and the family gathers around the table to enjoy the delicious dishes they've prepared. Giada and her family revel in the warmth and simplicity of the meal, enjoying each other's company and the flavors of their culinary heritage. Giada raises a glass to her grandfather and to the traditions that have brought her family together.

In "What Would Nonno Dino Make?", Giada De Laurentiis takes viewers on a journey through her family's culinary heritage, exploring the flavors and traditions of Italy's Abruzzo region. Through her cooking, Giada honors her grandfather's legacy and celebrates the warmth and joy that comes from sharing food with loved ones.