

Family Meal
Season eight of LIDIA'S KITCHEN: REFLECTING AND RECONNECTING features stories that shaped Lidia Bastianich as a person and as a chef. Throughout the 26-part series, Lidia shares anecdotes and recipes from her childhood, when times were sometimes challenging, but happy and fulfilling.

Family Meal
Season 12 Episode 1221 | 26m 46s | CC
For me, there is nothing more important than gathering around the table. This Balsamic Chicken Stir Fry is a favorite at our table.. I connect with my friend, Mimi Thorisson, a cookbook author living in Torino, who shares her take on the traditional Frico. To finish a simple sweet Grape & Ricotta Pizza. I will always hold onto the memories of my family meals with joy & I want that for you too.
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