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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'.

Lidia cooks ‘Ruff Rice’ with Kiki Ruff, sharing tips for confidence and creativity in the kitchen.
Lidia joins No Res Gourmet, where they serve dignity, joy, and hope — one meal at a time.
Lidia Bastianich honors America’s volunteers, revealing how giving back unites and uplifts.
Funding for LIDIA CELEBRATES AMERICA is provided by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
Episodes
Lidia meets resilient Americans who have overcome extraordinary odds in their own lives.
Lidia Bastianich shares stories of immigrants shaping what it means to be an American.
Lidia Bastianich meets changemakers intent on re-shaping the future of food in America.
Extras
Lidia visits SF’s District 10 Market and cooks fresh frittatas with local community leaders.
Peach and beet salad made simple! Lidia teams up with Kiki and Firas for this colorful, dish.
Lidia Bastianich cooks garlic pasta at SAME Café, where meals are earned with time, produce, or pay.
At Ikoi No Kai, Lidia finds comfort, culture, and Naomi’s Japanese Curry with Chicken Cutlet.
Lidia visits District 10 Market, a groundbreaking free grocery experience
Lidia brings A Nation of Neighbors volunteers to SAME Café to connect over food and purpose.
Lidia Bastianich meets changemakers intent on re-shaping the future of food in America.
In Middletown, VA, Lidia teams up with chef Kari Rushing to elevate Appalachian cuisine's image.
Lidia visits the 3 Cricketeers' test kitchen to taste-test pasta made with cricket powder and pesto.
In Stockton, CA, Lidia makes homemade ice-cream with strawberries straight from the hothouse.