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USA Today
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- USA Today
Why Giada De Laurentiis 'cried' because of disgraced ex-Food Network star Mario Batali
Giada De Laurentiis is slamming disgraced chef Mario Batali. The former Food Network star appeared on Samah Dada's "On the Menu" YouTube show and detailed how she wanted the now-embattled Batali to pen the foreword for her debut cookbook "Everyday Italian" released in 2005. "This is a person we're not supposed to talk about, but we're going to," De Laurentiis teased during the episode about Batali, once one of the most famous Italian chefs in the world. De Laurentiis told Dada that she asked Batali to write the foreword because he was "a legend in the Italian space" and she "felt like his stamp of approval would've been huge for me." Mario Batali exits restaurant business 15 months after sexual misconduct allegations But the "Giada at Home" alum said she "cried" when she read it "because I realized, 'Oh, he's basically saying that I've gotten to where I've gotten, and I've had this little bit of success that I had, because I have big boobs, and that if he had boobs, he would even be much further.'" USA TODAY has reached out to reps for Batali for comment. "He wrote that in the foreword?" Dada asked. "Yes," De Laurentiis said, adding that Batali did it "because I'm, like, a joke, right? Like, to him, it was like a little bit of a joke." After reading it, De Laurentiis called her editor "in tears" and said, "Clearly, I can't use this. So now what do I do?" Her editor chose to have the foreword rewritten and sent to Batali for approval. "That's basically what a lot of people figured. Cute girl with big boobs, so that's why they're watching her," De Laurentiis claimed people thought about her rise to fame. In 2023, De Laurentiis left her longtime home at the Food Network and now works primarily on her buzzy Italian food company Giadzy. In the published version of "Everyday Italian," Batali still made references to De Laurentiis' appearance, writing that she caught his eye while he was watching the Food Network and stopped on her show of the same name. "The first thing I noticed was that everything on the screen was beautiful — both the host and the food, which looked delicious and real and natural," Batali wrote. "Then I noticed that she really knew what she was talking about. And I realized that despite her movie-star looks, Giada isn't on television because she's merely attractive; she's a real Italian girl who can cook," Batali continued. "I was hooked." He also wrote that "it turns out that Giada is smart, Italian-speaking, and family-oriented — the three qualities my grandma hoped I'd find in a girl to marry. (Too late for that.) She's also a great cook, highly knowledgeable about food, and a huge amount of fun to be around — the three qualities I'd hope to find in a television partner." Mario Batali admitted to sexual harassment of multiple women Batali's downfall began in 2017 when the food website Eater New York posted a story featuring allegations by multiple anonymous women, including claims that he had groped their breasts or buttocks. "I apologize to the people I have mistreated and hurt," Eater quoted him as saying at the time. "Although the identities of most of the individuals mentioned in these stories have not been revealed to me, much of the behavior described does, in fact, match up with ways I have acted." "That behavior was wrong and there are no excuses," Batali continued. "I take full responsibility and am deeply sorry for any pain, humiliation or discomfort I have caused to my peers, employees, customers, friends and family." Reports of his alleged sexual misconduct prompted police investigations. The internationally recognized chef was well-known to the general public after producing a plethora of cookbooks, launching a popular line of pasta sauces, opening his restaurants and making frequent TV appearances. He starred on the Food Network series "Molto Mario" and boasted a co-host gig on the now-cancelled ABC daytime show "The Chew," which also featured chefs Carla Hall and Michael Symon, wellness expert Daphne Oz, and "What Not to Wear" alum Clinton Kelly. Contributing: Nathan Bomey, Zlati Meyer
Forbes
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
The Giadzy x Rails Collab Proves Food & Fashion Are A Perfect Match
Giada De Laurentiis for Giadzy x Rails Food and fashion: a match made in heaven? It sure does feel that way at the moment, with edible motifs like sardines and citruses emblazoned across a variety of clothes and accessories this summer. It was only natural, then, for clothing brand Rails to hop aboard the fashion foodie train and recruit Giada De Laurentiis and her brand Giadzy for a truly delicious summer clothing collaboration. The capsule collection is like a summer vacation on the Italian Riviera come to life, complete with lightweight linens, bright pops of red, and food motifs that look good enough to eat. Giadzy x Rails When asked about how the collaboration first came about, Jeff Abrams, Founder and CEO of Rails, explained that the brand had noticed Giada organically wearing Rails in much of her Giadzy content. 'It felt like a natural fit,' he shared, which Giada echoed, stating she's been a Rails fan for years. Jeff continued to say that Giadzy's 'branding, much like Rails, is rooted in quality, aesthetic integrity, and a love for life's luxuries, [so]For Giada's first-ever clothing collaboration, she sought to bring la dolce vita to life through the designs for a collection that's good enough to eat. 'As a chef, I'm really drawn to the tactile and visual side of things,' Giada explained, merging her passions for food and fashion. Just as she's hands-on with the quality of Giadzy's products and packaging, she was excited to bring that same level of care to the clothing design process. Giadzy x Rails On the connection between food and fashion, Giada sees it as a natural merging of interests: 'Food and fashion are both deeply tied to culture and self-expression.' Just as food can transport you through time and space to evoke a specific memory or location, this collection is all about the transportive power of a good outfit. So, how do those ideas culminate in the final collection? Jeff describes the clothes as reflecting the spirit of la dolce vita 'through relaxed, travel-ready silhouettes, playful prints, and our signature soft, premium fabrics' that are both 'aspirational and approachable at the same time'. Whether you're shopping at the local farmers market, vacationing in Capri, or preparing a beautiful summer dinner for friends and family, you'll find something to gravitate towards in the collection. And to further drive home the marriage of food and fashion, the two brands also collaborated on a co-branded Giadzy recipe: the Lemony Cherry Tomato Bucatini. A recipe card is included with any purchase of the collection, and you can find it as a recipe box on Giadzy for the ultimate meal experience. Of course, I had to ask Giada about her favorite pieces from the collection and how she's excited to style them. Here are two of her go-tos: Giadzy x Rails Terena Dress | $268 'I'm obsessed with the Terena dress. The color is so bright and really pops. It's perfect for summer. It's the kind of piece you can dress down with sneakers for a casual day out or elevate with heels and a hoop earring for dinner.' Giadzy x Rails Giada Shirt in Ravello Stripe 'I'm also really into the Giada striped linen top. It's so easy and versatile- great thrown over a swimsuit or paired with shorts and a tank.' She concluded, 'Every piece in the collection is designed to be effortless and breezy, aka my idea of the ultimate Italian summer wardrobe,' so no matter what you're up to or what you're cooking this summer, you'll have the perfect wardrobe for it!
Forbes
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Mother's Day Gift Guide 2025: Delicious Ways To Treat Her To A Long-Distance Meal
On Mother's Day, it's important to show mother figures in our lives they are cherished. This may include gifts or flowers and a special dinner date. Festive place setting for Mother's day But if they live far away and restaurant reservations are not part of the equation this year, there's some delicious ways to treat her to a fabulous long-distance meal that is delivered right to her front door. No reservations required! Zabar's Brunch for Mom Gift Crate Anyone who has ever visited New York City familiar with Zabar's, and for any mom who is from the city or is wistful about a visit, the Brunch for Mom Gift Crate ($209), is the next best thing. This selection of treats Zabar's is known for, like their babka in an updated raspberry flavor, fancy chocolates, New York-style bagels, as well as, of course, Smoked Nova Lox, homemade whitefish salad, and cream cheese. Everything necessary for a perfect Mother's Day brunch, no effort required. For anyone who wants to get a bit fancier, there's also an option to upgrade the kit to include caviar. Giadzy Cacio e Pepe Pasta Box This is one of the most classic of Roman dishes, but short of taking her on a weekend trip to Italy, it may be hard to do it justice at home. But this all-in-one kit (starts at $51) includes everything needed to make just as it's meant to be enjoyed: Organic Bucatini, super high-quality Parmigiano Reggiano and Pecorino Romano, 4 Pepper-Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Giada's personal recipe for pulling it altogether. Peter Luger Dry-Aged Strip Steaks One of the most famous steakhouses in the country, this would be an incredible date night on any occasion – but if she does not live near one, shipping her some of their legendary steaks is the next best thing. In fact, it may be better because she can enjoy them in the comfort of her own home. This package of four dry-aged strip steaks ($362) also comes with steak sauce, optional added extra thick bacon, and detailed prep instructions so she can make a perfect steak dinner just as she enjoys it when the desire hits (which would probably be always.) Classic Surf & Turf Bundle Surf & Turf is as elegant as a dinner can get, and this gift set ($281) includes prime filet mignon and sustainably hand-harvested cold water lobster tails from Maine. It'll be a beautiful high-end meal – that she can enjoy in her pajamas! Citarella Oyster Flight Freshly shucked oysters with a chilled martini are one of life's greatest pleasures, but the experience is not always easy to come by. This oyster flight ($99)includes Wellfleet, Kumamoto, Lucky Lime, and Fisher's Island oysters that are all freshly shucked (they did the hard part for you!) and paired with lemons, mignonette and cocktail sauce. Goode Company Classic Mesquite Smoked Brisket There's nothing like Texas BBQ, and when the craving hits, only that will do. Houston-based Goode Company has a Classic Mesquite Smoked Brisket ($215) in its online shop, and it's freshly made in their BBQ pits before being shipped to her door. Whether she hails from Texas or just loves a beautiful cut of meat, this can be the makings of a beautiful Mother's Day meal to give this year. Wild Alaskan Company Alaskan Snow Crab Seafood Boil Kit The Wild Alaskan Company Alaskan Snow Crab Seafood Boil Kit ($189 for Wild Alaskan members and $239 for non-members) is for the mom who takes her seafood very seriously and includes snow crab legs and claws, sidestriped shrimp or spot prawns (depending on location) and Pacific halibut quick cuts. Pat LaFrieda Dry-Aged Burgers Gift Set These burgers are from a world-famous butcher and are no joke – they are the same ones used at many household-name restaurants, and if she loves a great burger, these can be delivered right to her house and be waiting in her freezer next time the craving hits. The set of two prime aged beef patties starts at $16.58 and is a blend of chuck, brisket, short-rib, and 30-50 day dry-aged prime rib. From there, all she has to do is create her perfect build. Grandma's Chicken Soup Care Package This company is one that's going to pull on the heart strings of many a family, especially one that harkens back to the classic moments having homemade meals in Grandma's kitchen. This is a small, family-run business based in Massachusetts, and offers a variety of heat-and-eat meals that would work for an at-home Mother's Day dinner. Build a package (price will vary depending on what you add) that may include chicken soup (with or without matzo balls), challah, knishes, and other comfort foods and it'll be like a trip back in time to Friday night dinner at Grandma's – without having to take a trip to the kitchen! Zucker's Mother's Day Bagel Brunch for 6 Zucker's is another New York City spot known for having some of the best bagels and appetizing around, and their bagel brunch gift set ($110) serves as a greatest hits box sent right to your mom's door, including a variety of bagels, schmears, Nova lox, and so much more. Omaha Steaks Mother's Day Surf & Turf Another great spin on the Surf & Turf concept, this one ($150) includes Butcher's Cut Filet Mignons and Wild Argentinian Red Shrimp along with a bunch of fun sides like stuffed baked potatoes and dessert options for a complete dinner with a whole lot going on – all in the comfort of home. Caroline's Brisket Taco Party A really fun option for when Mother's Day brunch meets Taco Tuesday, this kit ($70) has everything needed for a brisket taco gathering. This includes savory chopped beef brisket, cole slaw, rice, queso fresco, tortillas, sauces, and even dessert.
