may 28, 2009

It's a family cooking showdown when a woman and her mother-in-law face off with celebrity judge Mario Batali settling the score once and for all! Plus, Thandie Newton is hanging at the kitchen table, and Rachael's cooking a meal for a steal.

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  Mario's Road Trips

  Chef Batali shares what it's like traveling around Spain with Gwyneth Paltrow, and announces the winner of his Ultimate Grilling Challenge.

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  "I Can Out-Cook My Mother-in-Law"

  When a man is caught between choosing his wife or his mother as the better cook, Mario Batali steps in to judge their recipes!

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  Thandie Newton

  Rachael sits down with the actress who's taking on the role of Condoleezza Rice for this fall's most controversial film.

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• Chicken Chickpea Curry Bowls »
• New England Pasta Bake »
• Emmanuel's Artichokes »
• Mom's Artichokes »
• Wife's Artichokes »
• Peperonata Stoup »

Snack of the Day

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  Congo Bars from Lola's Cookies & Treats

For More Information...

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  Spain ... On the Road Again

  Find out when the PBS series airs in your area.

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  Spain: A Culinary Road Trip

  Take a sneak peek through Mario's new book.