Giada de Laurentiis just bowed out of the SoBe food fest. Here’s what we know so far
Like thousands of other Angelenos affected by the area’s recent devastating wildfires, Giada de Laurentiis is going through it.
The celebrity chef has a home in the Pacific Palisades, which saw some of the worst damage.
After going quiet briefly as emergency responders grappled to contain the multiple fires that destroyed entire neighborhoods and killed at least 27 people, De Laurentiis broke her silence.
Her Jan. 14 Instagram post had a picture of her, her teen daughter Jade and boyfriend Shane Farley walking dogs in the street.
“A very long and heartbreaking week in our community,” said the caption. “Right now, we’re thankful for each other and our safety. Sending love to you all.”
De Laurentiis still hasn’t shared how her house fared, or if it’s even standing at all. What we do know is that at least one of the the “Everyday Italian” author’s future engagements has been affected.
We hear that the 54-year-old fan fave will not be attending the South Beach Wine & Food Festival next month.
The Giadzy entrepreneur still appears on the official website under the talent section. The Food Network star was to host A Taste of Italy presented by Campari at Jungle Plaza in the Design District on Feb. 20. The $225 a head feast now be presided over by “The Pasta Queen,” Nadia Caterina Munno.
This story was originally published January 22, 2025 at 2:19 PM.
