Celebrity Chef Lidia Bastianich travels America to honor volunteers who form a “nation of neighbors.” This special spotlights those giving time and care—especially through food—showing how sharing meals and fighting hunger unite communities, strengthen bonds, and enrich lives through acts of generosity. Watch 'Lidia Celebrates America: A Nation of Neighbors'.
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Special | 9m 24s | Today Lidia is making Mussels Triestina, a simple ten-minute dish. (9m 24s)
Julia Child’s Favorite Mushroom Risotto
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Special | 8m 53s | What happened when Julia Child visited Lidia’s first restaurant and ordered the risotto? (8m 53s)
Making Eggs Jeannette with Jacques Pépin
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Special | 11m 28s | Lidia has her friend Jacques Pépin in the kitchen and they’re cooking eggs! (11m 28s)
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