On TV
My career start on the Food Network really is a story of love, family and luck. Love because in 2001, my passion for food brought me to FOOD & WINE magazine where I was working as a food stylist – someone who makes the food in the photos look delicious. Family because anyone who knows me is aware of how much I stress the importance of my family in my life but also the important role of family in Italian culture. FOOD & WINE presented me with an opportunity for an article in their February 2002 issue in which I would organize a family dinner in honor of my grandfather, movie producer Dino De Laurentiis. It was from that article that I became lucky. Upon reading the article, Food Network contacted me and invited me to shoot a pilot for them, featuring me and my recipes for Everyday Italian cooking. The rest is… well… history.
Everyday Italian
About the Show: “Italians are masters at transforming simple, everyday ingredients into dishes that are quick, healthy and satisfying. In Everyday Italian, chef Giada De Laurentiis shares updated versions of the homey recipes she grew up with in her Italian family. She’ll show you easy dishes that are perfect for every occasion: a weeknight meal, entertaining a crowd, or a cozy dinner for two. Buon appetito!” More information.
Giada at Home
About the Show: “Giada shares her love for entertaining California-style. Be Giada’s guest as she puts together unique meals for gatherings with friends and family. Whether it’s a festive bash or an intimate meal, in her own kitchen or at the beach, it’s a day of memorable food and fun with Giada at Home.” More information.
Giada’s Weekend Getaways
About the Show: “Are you a food lover looking for a weekend getaway? Then join Giada De Laurentiis as she heads to ideal locales for three-day, food-filled weekends. From LA to NYC, Seattle to Cabo, Jackson Hole to Miami, Giada is searching for the inside scoop on local activities and must-try eats in each town.” More information.
The Today Show
Giada is a contributing correspondent on NBC’s Today Show.
