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Chef Lidia Bastianich hosts a series of three stand-alone cooking videos to accompany her upcoming PBS special 'Lidia Celebrates America: The Flavors That Define Us'. Each video reflects Lidia's much beloved casual teaching style,, mixed with a dash of storytelling.

Today Lidia is making Mussels Triestina, a simple ten-minute dish.
What happened when Julia Child visited Lidia’s first restaurant and ordered the risotto?
Lidia has her friend Jacques Pépin in the kitchen and they’re cooking eggs!
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 joins No Res Gourmet, where they serve dignity, joy, and hope — one meal at a time.
Lidia cooks ‘Ruff Rice’ with Kiki Ruff, sharing tips for confidence and creativity in the kitchen.
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 honors America’s volunteers, revealing how giving back unites and uplifts.
Lidia Bastianich meets changemakers intent on re-shaping the future of food in America.