About the Show

See what it takes to create over-the-top, high-rolling parties, from glitzy Las Vegas to sexy New York City. From catering to decor to the sip of the first cocktail, Giada De Laurentiis goes behind the scenes with chefs, sommeliers, pastry teams, decorators and event planners as they pull together fabulous high-end events.

ABOUT THE HOST

Born in Rome, Giada grew up in a large Italian family where the culture of food was a staple in and of itself. She has an impressive background of culinary training and a unique, personable charm, and she is a globally revered celebrity chef who continues to prove her skill and accessibility with her expanding presence.

Most Popular Recipes

All Behind the Bash Recipes

Red Pepper Flan

Pear Balsamic Flank Steak

Roasted Garlic and Porcini Flan with Porcini Mushrooms and Tomato

Chive Blini with Caviar and Creme Fraiche

Lemon Drop Creme Brulee Martinis

Salad of Green Mango with Prawn and Lobster Tail and Lime-Chili Dressing

Cheesecake Lollipops

Spicy Grilled Shrimp

Grilled Lamb Chops with a Butternut Squash Ring, Couscous, Asparagus

Meatballs with Angel Hair Pasta

Roasted Tomato Caprese

Tomato Basil Cones

Butterfinger Cheesecake

Macaroni and Cheese in Parmesan Cups

Pumpkin Truffles

Frozen Royal Mojito

Mini Blueberry Peach Pie

Fried Mac and Cheese Balls

Baked Alaska

Coconut Crusted Voodoo Shrimp

Stilton Cheese and Walnuts with Dried Apricot and Pistachio Dust on Endive Leaf

4-Cheese Mac and Cheese with Spicy Chili Crust

Ceviche Shooter

White Chocolate Banana Pudding

Red Wine Braised Buffalo Pot Roast served in Potato Bones

Sesame Seared Tuna on Star Fruit

Fried Mac and Cheese Balls

Lamb Sausage

Fried Green Tomatoes

Lobster-morel Mac 'n' Cheese

Salmon Pigs in a Blanket

Rhubarb Compote

Kentucky Bourbon Balls

Chef's Market Blackberry Ketchup

Chef's Market Corn Fritters

Passion Banana Dacquoise

Mini Pancetta-Wrapped Meatloaf Sandwiches

Thai Spring Rolls

Chilled Cucumber Apple Soup

Heavenly Chocolate Cake

Thai Scallops

Mini Cheeseburgers

Terrine of Duck

White Chocolate Banana Pudding

Chocolate Passion Ravioli with Ricotta Souffle Fritter

Lobster and Sea Scallops with Spring Vegetables

Lobster Dogs

White Gazpacho and Lobster Brochette

Peppercorn Rubbed and Grilled Flat Iron Steak

Heirloom Tomato Salad

Hazelnut Layer Cake with Espresso Buttercream, Chocolate Frangelico Ganache and Toasted and Gilded Hazelnuts

Zucchini Goat Cheese Bundles

Passionberry Dessert

Prima Dona Cake