As the "Grand Master" of French cooking, Joel Robuchon's restaurants have been praised all over the world. In Las Vegas, his La Langoustine dish made of langoustine and a basil pesto sauce may seem simple, but Gail Simmons instantly craved it and added it to The Best Thing I Ever Ate.
The Pan-Asian Social House at Crystals is what Giada calls "a swanky place." She says she enjoyed the crispy tuna-box roll, pleased that "the flavors are fresh and they're clean." She approved of the well-seasoned halibut: "A little bit of kick and spiciness with fish balances out the flavors."
Giada De Laurentiis, host of Food Network's Giada's Weekend Getaways grabs a slice of Wood-oven pizza in a Western setting at Old Yellowstone Garage.
Pop into the quaint Shades Cafe, Jackson Hole's first true coffee-house. Its clever take on traditional breakfast and lunch dishes, as well as its freshly brewed coffee, keeps customers coming loyally. Giada savored the Eggs Tomavo, a spin on the classic eggs Benedict topped with avocado and tomato.
To get to Beano's Cabin, you must go by tractor or horseback. Or if it's winter, by sleigh. But Giada says this mountaintop restaurant is worth the trip. Beano's gourmet full-course menu doesn't disappoint with its Watermelon Gazpacho appetizer or Rack of Lamb entree glazed with maple syrup.
Artiste Winery and Tasting Studio is a "combination art gallery, art studio and wine tasting room." Every bottle of wine is a limited edition blend with a "one of a kind label inspired by the work of local artists." Giada enjoyed a crisp white wine during her painting lesson with a guest artist.
On Food Network's Giada's Weekend Getaways, Giada DeLaurentiis visits Emeril's Delmonico, where Emeril Lagasse is serving dishes like Crispy Pork Cheek with Creole Dirty Rice and Roast Chicken Bonne Femme, in New Orleans, LA.
What's fresher than having the day's catch greet you at the door? The centerpiece of Trata's colorful, polished Greek dining room is the kitchen's pantry of fresh seafood, on display to hand-select what's for dinner. Pair a fresh whole fish or grilled octopus with crisp zucchini chips and tzatziki.
There are plenty of fantastic places to shop and eat at the Los Angeles Farmers Market, and one of Giada’s favorites is the French Crêpe Co. The specialty: a dessert crepe spread richly with Nutella. According to Giada, it’s the perfect breakfast for a vacation.
Anyone looking for great food with a great waterfront view should stop by Sam's Anchor Café on the San Francisco Bay. Sam's is nationally known for its pink lemonade cocktail, which Giada enjoyed with a bowl of hearty cioppino on her San Francisco getaway.
Don't be fooled by its outside because this Maryland-style crab house has more than 35 years of happy customers. With a few lessons you can pry into the tasty steamed Chesapeake crabs served with butter, spicy seasoning and vinegar. Just ask Giada, whose weekend trip made her an expert.
Host of Food Network's Giada's Weekend Getaways, Giada De Laurentiis travels to Newport Vineyards, in Middletown, RI, to visit the largest grower of wine grapes in New England.
When Giada goes to Vail, Colo., she stops at this local favorite. Sitting on a deck overlooking the majestic views of Gore Creek, guests can savor award-wining modern cuisine and libations. Sweet Basil is a lovely lunch spot, with a creative seasonal menu of plates like Seared Rocky Mountain Trout.
Almost everyone has tried peanut butter, but how about almond butter or macadamia butter? Magee’s House of Nuts in Los Angeles showcases a huge variety of products for nut lovers. Magee's has been selling cashews, peanuts and pecans at the Los Angeles Farmers Market for more than 70 years.
Make restaurant favorites at home with copycat recipes from FN Magazine.
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