Giada en casa

Block Parties are always a great way to get to know your neighbors, so Giada decides to take charge of her neighborhood event and make it extra special.

Giada spends Halloween afternoon preparing delicious treats to celebrate the fall season. The cool part is that these trick-or-treats are homemade and would satisfy any sweet tooth year-round.

It is a trip down memory lane. Giada is inspired to create a nostalgic Italian meal after looking through old photos of her childhood in Rome. Family members visit Giada in the kitchen as she cooks.

Giada hosts a beautiful garden party and her menu incorporates ingredients from her garden and local Santa Monica Farmers Market.

Giada combines her love of fashion and food by hosting a trunk show that highlights the work of three of her favorite designer friends. Since the clothing is a mix, the menu also includes an eclectic blend of flavors.

It's Thanksgiving - LA Style as Giada De Laurentiis serves up a Thanksgiving meal with a few twists. On the Holiday menu: Spiced Turkey Breast; Poached Pears in Honey, Ginger and Cinnamon Syrup and Sweet and Savory Bread Pudding.

Giada prepares a fun and festive menu for an outdoor California-Style Barbecue. The menu incorporates Todd's favorite foods ... it's All-American, but it incorporates fresh ingredients and inventive flavors.

Giada prepares food for a traditional lobster bake with friends.

Giada celebrates the Christmas season by hosting a holiday get-together with friends.

Todd loves breakfast for dinner and in Italy, "Eggs for dinner" is very common so Giada prepares a delicious menu that is perfect for a relaxed and casual night poolside with lots of candlelight and comfy attire.

Cooking is a shared experience and Giada invites her Aunt Raffy into the kitchen for a recipe swap.

Giada prepares a menu for a relaxing Spa Day at home with her friends. The husbands and kids head off for a day at the park so Giada and the other moms may enjoy spa treatments and a lunch full of comfort food.

Giada is inspired to create a meal full of citrus flavors with Grilled Chicken and Avocado Napoleons, Citrus Salad and Angel Food Cake With Lemon Honey Yogurt Sauce. She also makes a visit to a neighborhood lemonade stand.

It's summer and there's nothing quite like a poolside cocktail party with live music and amazing food. Giada takes the "exotic" up a notch by making this summer fancy with a Moroccan-themed gathering, timed perfectly for sunset.

Giada is inspired to throw a sushi making party at home, and invites a few friends over to hang out in the kitchen and make their own rolls.

Giada's brunch menu is practical for any outdoor spectator event - portable, colorful and flavorful, but still on the healthy side.

Whether you're a new parent, or just looking to spice up your love life, it's always important to carve out some quality time for that special person in your life.

Giada plans an evening that reflects the flavors, adventures and activities of a trip to Paris - it's an opportunity to bring the travel experience back home.

Giada prepares food for a bridal shower she is co-hosting for a close friend. Instead of the typical mini-sandwiches, cake and punch, she offers a unique menu that is both playful and unexpected.

Giada and Todd set out together for a day outdoors, on a day-hike. Giada goes to Adventure 16 to gear up, and then prepares the food that she'll pack for their hike.

Giada transforms part of her home into a gallery for one night to host an art show and display the work of one of her artist friends, Darren Quinn. Giada's party menu will be as colorful as the paintings, but also easy.

Giada prepares a picnic that she and Todd will enjoy at an outdoor concert. The menu is both portable and delicious, offering a fun and unexpected twist on the typical picnic fare.

Giada makes fun, light, happy food that celebrates the arrival of spring.

Giada's friend, Katherine, is coming over for a long, leisurely lunch.

Before heading out for dinner with Todd and two other couples, Giada first invites everyone over for a few light appetizers and a cocktail.