Ep 13. Wine and Antipasti

In this episode of Giada in Italy, Giada visits a small winery called Villa Marcello. The winery is situated in Piave, a region known for its wines. Giada takes a tour of the winery and learns about the process of making wine. She also meets the owner, Count Giuseppe, who tells her about the history of the winery and the Marcello family.

After the tour, Giada joins Count Giuseppe for a wine tasting. She tries four different wines, including a Prosecco and a Cabernet Franc. Giada learns about the different flavors and aromas of each wine and how they pair with food.

After the wine tasting, Giada heads back to her kitchen to prepare some antipasti to pair with the wines. She makes three different dishes: roasted tomatoes and burrata, stuffed artichokes, and grilled shrimp with black garlic aioli.

Giada starts by roasting tomatoes and making a dressing with herbs, garlic, and balsamic vinegar. She then tops the tomatoes with burrata cheese and serves it with toasted bread. Next, Giada cleans and stuffs some artichokes with breadcrumbs, garlic, and anchovy paste. She then braises the artichokes in a mixture of white wine and chicken broth. Finally, Giada grills some shrimp and makes a black garlic aioli to serve alongside.

Once all the dishes are ready, Giada invites her friends over for a wine and antipasti party. They taste the different wines and pair them with the different dishes. Giada explains how the flavors of the food and wine complement each other and enhance the overall dining experience.

Throughout the episode, Giada shares her passion for Italian food and wine. She explores the beauty of the Piave region and learns about the tradition of winemaking. Giada also demonstrates her expertise in the kitchen by creating delicious antipasti dishes that perfectly pair with the wines from Villa Marcello.

Overall, Wine and Antipasti is a delightful episode of Giada in Italy that showcases the best of Italian cuisine and wine. It's an excellent introduction to the Piave region and its wineries, as well as an inspiration for anyone looking to host an elegant wine and food party.