Ep 102. Cocktails, Carbonara + Cheetah Cubs with Rach and Her Hubby!

In season 12 episode 102 of Rachael Ray, titled "Cocktails, Carbonara + Cheetah Cubs with Rach and Her Hubby!", viewers are in for a treat as Rachael Ray and her husband, John Cusimano, whip up delicious cocktails and a scrumptious carbonara meal.

The episode begins with Rachael and John preparing a refreshing cocktail called the "Gnudi." This cocktail includes gin, juice from fresh cucumbers, lime juice, sugar, and club soda. Rachael and John show viewers how to make the perfect cocktail and even create an alcohol-free version for those who do not drink.

In the next segment, Rachael and John work together to make a mouth-watering Carbonara dish. Typically made with spaghetti, Carbonara in this episode is made with penne. The dish includes pancetta, garlic, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, egg yolks, and parsley. Viewers will enjoy watching Rachael and John's effortless chemistry in the kitchen as they laugh and joke with each other.

Apart from food and drinks, the show also features Rachael's visit to the Bronx Zoo. There she meets two adorable cheetah cubs and spends time playing with them. The cubs are playful and curious, and Rachael can't help but fall in love with them. Viewers will enjoy watching Rachael's interaction with these cute cheetah cubs.

In addition to cooking and hanging out with the cubs, Rachael also meets with Lisa Lillien, a food blogger, and author of the "Hungry Girl" cookbook. Lisa shows Rachael how to make easy and healthy meals that take under 30 minutes to prepare. To demonstrate this, Lisa makes "Sweet and Savory Sugared Salmon," a delicious meal that requires minimal prep time. If viewers are often in a rush and wondering what to make for dinner, this segment will offer them a lot of ideas.

Overall, "Cocktails, Carbonara + Cheetah Cubs with Rach and Her Hubby!" is an enjoyable, informative, and entertaining episode. Rachael and John showcase great cooking skills, humor, and chemistry, making it a fun watch for all viewers. From refreshing cocktails to easy and delicious Carbonara, healthy meal options to meeting cute cheetah cubs, this episode packs in a lot of fun and engaging content.