Gia's Italian Kitchen's Podcast

Introducing a new 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.    We start with this episode which contains memories of my mom, Nona, when she went to Italy decades ago with my dad, and he...

Are you looking for a unique place to grab a fabulous drink, in a soothing & inviting environment, where you can actually hear your friends talking? In my interview with Emily Salmonson, owner of the Greenhouse, we talk about her journey to start this new business, a lovely description of her bar/coffeehouse/hangout, and why this is the new hot spot in town! This beautiful bar is located in do...

Episode 2.55 - Tuscan Crostata with Roasted Tomatoes & Italian Olives Unleash your inner chef and elevate your cooking skills with our hands-on classes. Get ready to impress your friends and family with delicious homemade meals! • 1 can (28-oz.) whole peeled San Marzano tomatoes • Extra-Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) • Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper For the FULL RECIPE, click here! WATCH m...

Episode 2.54 - Italian CORNBREAD for Super Bowl Sunday! Italian Corn Bread with Figs & Rosemary 1 cup yellow stone-ground cornmeal 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup sugar For the FULL RECIPE, click here! WATCH me make it here in our YouTube channel. Are looking for a unique experience, to create memories for friends & family through private dinner parties & employer teambuilding events vi...

Episode 2.53 - Italian Chili for Super Bowl Sunday! Enjoy this delicious twist on your classic Super Bowl chili. Italian Sausage & Beef Chili 2 pounds ground beef 2 large yellow onions 2 green peppers For the FULL RECIPE, click here!   WATCH me make it here in our YouTube channel. Are looking for a unique experience, to create memories for friends & family through private dinner parties &a...

Did you hear this? Turn your volume up! Maria Natale leads the CR Opera in their production of TOSCA this coming weekend....and she joined us last night for a special COOKING event! To watch the full event:  https://youtu.be/07xPriGO-sY For tickets to the Paramount production, Friday, Jan 19 at 730pm AND Sunday, Jan 21 at 200pm: https://artsiowa.com   #italiancooking #italianfood #letsgetcooking #...

Did you hear this? Turn your volume up! Maria Natale leads the CR Opera in their production of TOSCA this coming weekend....and she joined us last night for a special COOKING event! To watch the full event:  https://youtu.be/07xPriGO-sY For tickets to the Paramount production, Friday, Jan 19 at 730pm AND Sunday, Jan 21 at 200pm: https://artsiowa.com   #italiancooking #italianfood #letsgetcooking #...

My application for Food Network!!! OMG...What do you think? I only have 30 seconds, which goes by really fast! #italiancooking #italianfood #letsgetcooking #cookingclass #foodie #foodlovers #foodphotography #giasitaliankitchen #localbusiness #womenownedbusiness Visit our YouTube channel to see dozens of our cooking episodes. Check out our website for delicious recipes, upcoming events, and more!

We are making Baked Brie with Lemon Basil Pesto AND The Best Meat Meatballs Ever!  Email for the grocery list kelley@giasitaliankitchen.biz If you are looking for a special gift this holiday season, to create memories for friends & family, you found it here!  A private cooking experience, virtually or in-person, is the fun and unique gift that you will absolutely love!  Right now, take 10% off...

We are making Baked Brie with Lemon Basil Pesto AND The Best Meat Meatballs Ever!  Email for the grocery list kelley@giasitaliankitchen.biz If you are looking for a special gift this holiday season, to create memories for friends & family, you found it here!  A private cooking experience, virtually or in-person, is the fun and unique gift that you will absolutely love!  Right now, take 10% off...

Meet Coach Beth, a Health & Life Coach, a wife & mother, and a dear friend who is a total bad ass female entrepreneur.  She works with professional women experiencing perimenopause to go from feeling uncomfortable in their bodies to empowered and in control without focusing on weight loss.  You want to hear more, right!?! If you are unsure what a life coach is or if it’s something that you...

Meet Coach Beth, a Health & Life Coach, a wife & mother, and a dear friend who is a total bad ass female entrepreneur.  She works with professional women experiencing perimenopause to go from feeling uncomfortable in their bodies to empowered and in control without focusing on weight loss.  You want to hear more, right!?! If you are unsure what a life coach is or if it’s something that you...

Welcome to Gia's Italian Kitchen with Kelley Cole, owner, a podcast about Italian cooking, spending time with family, healthy tips & tricks, and maybe some traveling to Italy thrown in there. Every week or so, I will bring you cooking episodes, fun recipes, exciting guests, and practical tips & thoughts to help you reconnect with friends & family.    As I am thinking about the hol...

Is the holiday season the time for an OLIVE BRANCH? Here are my thoughts….maybe this is the year!   What does that mean?  If you have a friend or loved one that you have been meaning to reach out to, maybe the time is now? Learn more about us…all of our links are here:  https://linktr.ee/giasitaliankitchen #italiancooking   #italianfood   #letsgetcooking #cookingclass #foodblogger #foodie #giasita...

My Italian Wedding Soup was featured at the West End Diner. Annette Perry, owner, and I made the first batch together, in their kitchen tonight. Watch the full creation:  https://youtu.be/vjxtexpm0Gc   Find out more about me:  https://giasitaliankitchen.biz All of my socials:  https://linktr.ee/giasitaliankitchen For more easy and delicious recipes, click here to check out our first cookbook ...do...

What an amazing opportunity....and so much fun!  So thankful for the connection! To watch the video:  https://youtu.be/3igq6YTEq44 Learn more about us…all of our links are here:  https://linktr.ee/giasitaliankitchen #italiancooking   #italianfood   #letsgetcooking #cookingclass #foodblogger #foodie #giasitaliankitchen #womenownedbusiness #letsgetcookingwithgia #food #localbusiness #yum #chef #reci...

My Italian Wedding Soup was featured at the West End Diner. Annette Perry, owner, and I made the first batch together, in their kitchen tonight. Watch the full creation:  https://youtu.be/vjxtexpm0Gc   Find out more about me:  https://giasitaliankitchen.biz All of my socials:  https://linktr.ee/giasitaliankitchen For more easy and delicious recipes, click here to check out our first cookbook ...do...

The deep freeze is almost here.    Do you want to save some of your fresh herbs for wintertime?   Listen to find out what I am doing with all of mine....a couple new experiments this year! In the Midwest, these will come back - Sage, Thyme, Oregano, Tarragon These will not - Basil, Parsley, Rosemary, Vegetables Learn more about us…all of our links are here:  https://linktr.ee/giasitaliankitchen Fo...

This classic Italian bread may seem intimidating, but it is actually one of the easiest bread to make, and most delicious!  Cold, refrigerated dough is the secret, which also makes for the perfect make-ahead dish! Email for the recipe:  kelley@giasitaliankitchen.biz Learn more about us…all of our links are here:  https://linktr.ee/giasitaliankitchen For more easy and delicious recipes, click here...

OMG…..Do you know Chef Joe Gatto? This is the most amazing interview we have ever experienced!  I had the honor of talking with Chef Joe about his love for cooking, his passion for doing things “from scratch” his way, and his new podcast, Baking Bad. You can watch the video interview on our YouTube channel. Meet my new colleague!  Boston-based Chef Joe Gatto is a private chef, culinary instructor,...

Zucchini + Tomatoes + Herbs = Ratatouille This is such a delicious, nutritious, and refreshing summer or winter dish!   Let me know what you think!   Post a comment, like us, share us, tag us! Watch the full video here:  https://youtu.be/DoWCkCQVCU4    2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO)  1 large onion  2 eggplant  2 yellow squash  2-3 zucchini  3-4 cups our homemade vegetarian tomat...

Enjoy our audience Q&A after the Panzanella Italian Bread Salad class: Herbs that make it through an Iowa winter Types of EVOO Cooking with types of oils For more easy and delicious recipes, click here to check out our first cookbook ...download the PDF from our website! #italiancooking   #italianfood   #letsgetcooking #cookingclass #foodblogger #foodie #giasitaliankitchen   #letsgetcookingwit...

Italian Bread Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette (Panzanella) 1 large pack grape tomatoes 1 large English cucumber 1 orange bell pepper 1 medium red onion 1 handful of fresh basil leaves 1 pack baby arugula lettuce 1 small loaf of Italian or French bread  1  1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) 1/4 cup Balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup white wine vinegar 1 teaspoon of dried Italian seasoning (includes basil,...

Homemade croutons sound good?    If you have never made homemade croutons, check out the easiest video ever.  They are delicious!   Top your green salad, make a Panzanella / Italian Bread Salad, or just eat them.   YUM! Cut leftover bread into cubes and place on a cookie sheet.   Drizzle with a few tablespoons of EVOO (Extra-Virgin Olive Oil).  Sprinkle with sea salt, fresh ground black pepper, an...

Ever tried to make homemade pasta?  I can show you how easy it actually is! Watch us make it here: https://youtu.be/piKkVEvKFkU BTW, I JUST LAUNCHED MY FIRST COOKBOOK! Check it out and spread the word! Make the dough.   Either by hand or in a large Cuisinart, add the 1 cup flour and 2 eggs.  In the Cuisinart, a dough ball will form when it’s done.  If doing it by hand, make a little volcano with t...