Just in time for the Christmas season, a holiday special that will get you in a joyous mood. Noted PBS-TV chef Lidia Bastianich stopped by Tonia's Kitchen to discuss her new holiday TV event: Lidia Celebrates America, Overcoming the Odds. Lidia told Tonia you'll see her travel all over the country and talk with Americans who've overcome the odds, serving their communities and accomplishing somethings that will inspire you. Lidia talks with a man convicted for a crime he did not commit, who became an attorney and now advocates for the underserved after spending almost 10 years behind bars.; a New York City restaurant owner who opened a barrier-free eatery and launched a nonprofit for those with disabilities; and a group of veterans who help people affected by natural disasters -- and their story about helping a local family in Houston, TX who lost their home due to Hurricane Harvey Watch Lidia Celebrates America: Overcoming the Odds December 14th on your local PBS station.
