From a Friday cruise up the Pacific Coast Highway for the ultimate sunset sangria to a Sunday helicopter ride for fish and chips on the island of Catalina, Giada has a packed food weekend planned.

"New York City": Giada discovers the charm of the boroughs outside Manhattan as she dines in some of Brooklyn's hot spots and best kept secrets on a weekend in the Big Apple.

February 9, 2007 "San Francisco": Giada has a weekend of food and fun in the bay that includes a game of bocce and a trip to the famous Ferry Building Marketplace.

February 16, 2007 "Austin": Giada tastes steak, barbecue and other Texan treats when she visits one of the Lone Star State's trendiest cities.

April 6, 2007 "Los Cabos": Giada tastes tequila and experiences Spanish colonial architecture when she heads south of the border for a weekend of Mexican flavor.

April 20, 2007 New Orleans: Giada visits the Big Easy, eating crawfish, taking a swamp tour, and building houses for Katrina victims.

Original air date, July 13, 2007[1] Washington, D.C.: Giada balances fine dining and historic landmarks in a weekend tour of the U.S. capital city.

Original air date, August 7, 2007 Paris: On a weekend trip to the City of Light, Giada visits some of her favorite haunts from her days at Le Cordon Bleu, including the acclaimed culinary school itself.