Giada en la playa

Giada De Laurentiis, her daughter and a friend paddleboard in the early morning before they prepare a casual brunch that includes Berries with Spiced Cream, a Peach and Bacon Frittata, Lemon Ricotta Pancakes and Lemon Shakeratos.

Giada and her weekend guests grill out on the beach to celebrate summer. The seasonal menu features Grilled Plum Salad, Spicy Melon Salad, Grilled Skirt Steak with Smoky Herb Sauce and Grilled Halibut with Olive Bagna Cauda.

Giada De Laurentiis puts a West Coast spin on an East Coast tradition with the ultimate Italian clam bake dinner on the beach. Her menu includes Summer Succotash, Grilled Seafood Salad with Mustard Butter and Frozen S'mores.

Giada heads to the local farmers market to pick up some fresh ingredients for an alfresco lunch with friends. Her light and colorful menu includes Grilled Kale Salad, Cherry Balsamic Chicken and Strawberry Cake.

Giada De Laurentiis hosts a big, family Sunday supper at her California beach house. The menu includes Peel and Eat Pepper Shrimp, Grilled Melon and Prosciutto Pasta Salad, Brick Oven Chicken and BLAT Pizzas.

Giada De Laurentiis does summer sunset right with an Italian happy hour and appetizer spread. Her menu includes Spicy Sausage and Broccoli Panini, a Crab and Potato Frittata, Grape and Red Onion Mostarda and a Rose Spritz.

Giada is hosting her daughter's friends for the weekend at the beach house. Her outdoor menu for both kids and adults includes Caesar's Pasta Salad, Taco Burgers and homemade Fudge Sauce and Strawberry Sauce for a gelato bar.