Lidia Celebrates America

Renowned chef and culinary author Lidia Bastianich embarks on a cross-country journey of the United States to experience the exuberance of American culture through food in Lidia Celebrates America. The specials explore the rich diversity of cultures across the United States, and the vibrant ethnic and religious customs and traditions observed by various groups. This fourth edition, "Life's Milestones" showcases the diverse customs, foods and traditions celebrated by families and communities to mark the “festive landmarks of life" — a French-Cajun sweet-sixteen birthday partyand country music debut in Nashville, a Greek Orthodox baptism fortriplets, a Brazilian-American culinary student’s college graduation, and a Navajo house blessing ceremony. Previous specials focused on the different ways Americans celebrate weddings, holiday traditions and independence. Distributed by: The Public Broadcasting Service (PBS)

Distributed by American Public Television (APT)