Gia's Italian Kitchen's Podcast

This quick clip of my Cooking Challenge #1, cooking from the new Audrey at Home cookbook / memoir, gives you a little flavor of the book.  This was written by Audrey Hepburn's son, Luca Dotti.   He shares memories and recipes from their life, some of which was living in Italy, where his father was from.   It is a beautiful book! We cooked Penne with Vodka and a Flourless Chocolate Torta....YU...

Episode 3.1 - Flavors of Wellness, Health Coaching & Meal Prep The "Flavors of Wellness" series is a transformative program designed to simplify healthy living and sustainable meal preparation, all LIVE with both Chef Kelley & Coach Kim.  Join us for the Info Session & Kickoff on Mon, Jan 27 at 6pm CST via Zoom....link coming soon!  It's FREE!  Mark your calendars! AND r...

Cookbook Challenge!  WHO AM I? My first collaboration with Swamp Fox Books was just before the holidays.  It was fabulous!  We cooked out of the cookbook / memoir Audrey at Home, authored by Luca Dotti, son of Audrey Hepburn.   This was written by Audrey Hepburn's son, Luca Dotti.   He shares memories and recipes from their life, some of which was living in Italy, where his father was from.  ...

Meal prep made easy + habit changes that actually stick. Tired of scrambling for meal ideas? Don’t know how to prep efficiently? We’ve got you covered with delicious meals and healthy tips to kick off your new year the right way! The "Flavors of Wellness" series is a transformative program designed to simplify healthy living and sustainable meal preparation, all LIVE with both Chef Kelle...

How about a cooking experience as a gift this year, instead of more clothing or trinkets?   Imagine a unique private group cooking experience where you could be the hero!  We will create memories for friends & family through private dinner parties (virtually or in person) & employer teambuilding events via Italian cooking experiences.   You select a custom menu, I provide the instruction!...

Do you remember the Sopranos???? I found the Sopranos Family Cookbook at Half Price Books!!! Join me to cook two MAKE AHEAD Italian holiday dishes that you can add to your Thanksgiving menu! - Pasta Puttanesca - Poached Pears in White Wine Email for the grocery list: kelley@giasitaliankitchen.biz Learn more: https://giasitaliankitchen.biz You know how families don’t eat together like they used to?...

Big entertainment, a little cooking and some chat about the Orchestra! I talked with Tim and Eric about the upcoming Masterworks concert, The Scottish Fantasy....which is why we were cooking Scottish food that night! We made a couple fun Scottish dishes...and a cocktail or two: - Scottish Beef Stew Pie - Scottish Shortbread Email for the recipes:  kelley@giasitaliankitchen.biz Learn more about Gia...

Big entertainment, a little cooking and some chat about the Orchestra! This short clip is a conversation with Tim and Eric about the upcoming Masterworks concert, The Scottish Fantasy....which is why we were cooking Scottish food that night! We made a couple fun Scottish dishes...and a cocktail or two: - Scottish Beef Stew Pie - Scottish Shortbread Email for the recipes:  kelley@giasitaliankitchen...

Whether you have a nut allergy, or you forgot to buy the pine nuts....no worries.  This works! For the full recipe, visit my website: https://giasitaliankitchen.biz/recipes-mangia/f/basil-pesto-with-parsley-nut-free Watch the show on my YouTube:  https://youtu.be/8L0fG2w_gfo Are looking for a unique experience, to create memories for friends & family through private dinner parties & employ...

This was Monday (in Chicagoland)...about 100 people in their little theatre....I was up on stage showing them how easy it is to make homemade Italian pasta!!!!!  So honored to be there...and so fun! I want to do more of these! Watch the show on my YouTube:  https://youtu.be/qE4xOaUypS0 Are looking for a unique experience, to create memories for friends & family through private dinner parties &...

Ever thought about taking a private cooking class but not sure if it’s worth it? Meet Pat & Ann, parents of 3 sons, grandparents to many, and an advocate for Gia’s Italian Kitchen!  Living in 4 different states, the virtual private class is bringing them together over an Italian dinner. They share their experience with me, from learning new techniques to mastering dishes with their family.  It...

Spices, Herbs, and Oils…OH MY!   Are these a few of your favorite things? I recently sat down with Alicia Simmons, Sustainability Manager of Frontier Co-Op in Norway, Iowa, to talk about some of my favorite things and how you can get your hands on them! It was an honor to learn more about their company and how I can support their vision.   We had a lovely conversation about their amazing herbal, s...

Did you see me on the Long Island Breakfast Club Show on Thursday night?    I was LIVE for the whole hour!!!!!  Here is a clip of the full episode. If you want to watch the videos (clips and full), you can go to my YT channel, https://youtu.be/yssmNUKPtv0   Please like, comment, subscribe, follow and all of the things to help me grow! For the recipes, email kelley@giasitaliankitchen.biz Are lookin...

Did you see me on the Long Island Breakfast Club Show on Thursday night?    I was LIVE for the whole hour!!!!!  Here is a clip of the full episode. If you want to watch the videos (clips and full), you can go to my YT channel, https://youtu.be/yssmNUKPtv0   Please like, comment, subscribe, follow and all of the things to help me grow! For the recipes, email kelley@giasitaliankitchen.biz Are lookin...

Did you see me on the Long Island Breakfast Club Show on Thursday night?    I was LIVE for the whole hour!!!!!  Here is a clip of the full episode. If you want to watch the videos (clips and full), you can go to my YT channel, https://youtu.be/yssmNUKPtv0   Please like, comment, subscribe, follow and all of the things to help me grow! For the recipes, email kelley@giasitaliankitchen.biz Are lookin...

Did you see me on the Long Island Breakfast Club Show on Thursday night?    I was LIVE for the whole hour!!!!!  Here is the full episode, and also loaded to my podcast are smaller clips. If you want to watch the video, you can go to my YT channel, https://youtu.be/yssmNUKPtv0   Please like, comment, subscribe, follow and all of the things to help me grow! For the recipes, email kelley@giasitaliank...

Did you see me on the Long Island Breakfast Club Show on Thursday night?    I was LIVE for the whole hour!!!!!  Here is a clip of the full episode. If you want to watch the videos (clips and full), you can go to my YT channel, https://youtu.be/yssmNUKPtv0   Please like, comment, subscribe, follow and all of the things to help me grow! For the recipes, email kelley@giasitaliankitchen.biz Are lookin...

So super cool the first time I was featured in the Gazette newspaper.   Listen to this quick episode as I read the article.  View the article here:  https://www.thegazette.com/business/my-biz-chef-shares-love-of-cooking-through-in-person-and-online-classes/ Are looking for a unique experience, to create memories for friends & family through private dinner parties & employer teambuilding ev...

Today I talked with Tom, Fire Chief in Oregon, about how to protect your family in the kitchen, as well as with Rebecca about their local efforts to support the firefighters on June 1. In the heart of our community, the Evans Valley Fire District 6 Auxiliary embodies the spirit of dedication and service, supporting the heroes who protect us every day. Our firefighters face the blaze head-on, safeg...

Continuing our Traveling to Italy series with Gia's Italian Kitchen.....wishing you were on vacation right now?   Do you dream of traveling to Italy....or have plans of going to Italy and not sure where to go?    We will tell you about our experiences and itineraries to help guide you.    In today's episode, we talk to Cousin Nate and Matthew about traveling to Europe with young children...

Want an easier work week?  90 minutes of cooking with me...THREE dinners...a live, personalized cooking experience to prep, cook and EAT!  Next time is Sunday, May 26 at 5:00pm CST, in a live, private video. April is CLOSED! Buy now before they fill up! https://giasitaliankitchen.biz/shop/ols/categories/personalized-coaching-in-the-kitchen   Just a few of the menu items (9 in total / 3 dinners): I...

Want an easier work week?  90 minutes of cooking with me...THREE dinners...a live, personalized cooking experience to prep, cook and EAT!  Next time is Sunday, May 26 at 5:00pm CST, in a live, private video. April is CLOSED! Buy now before they fill up! https://giasitaliankitchen.biz/shop/ols/categories/personalized-coaching-in-the-kitchen   Just a few of the menu items (9 in total / 3 dinners): I...

Do you love prosciutto as much as I do? How about a delicious charcutterie platter for Easter brunch? La Quercia prosciutto is made right here in Iowa, with the quality and process as if you were in Italy! I visited with Dayton, their Strategic Account Manager, to hear all about how La Quercia makes their prosciutto....and I might have sampled a bit too! You can also watch the video here on my You...

Do you love prosciutto as much as I do? How about a delicious charcutterie platter for Easter brunch? La Quercia prosciutto is made right here in Iowa, with the quality and process as if you were in Italy! I visited with Dayton, their Strategic Account Manager, to hear all about how La Quercia makes their prosciutto....and I might have sampled a bit too! You can also watch the video here on my You...

What’s for dinner tonight?  Have you downloaded my FREE cookbook yet? These recipes have very few ingredients, are low cost, and are easy to make.  A couple of them are amazing twists on things you may already make today.  SIX classics and several bonus recipes.   Download here - https://giasitaliankitchen.biz Are looking for a unique experience, to create memories for friends & family through...