In the symbolic heart of America's industrial past, Padma travels to Lowell, Massachusetts and sees how Cambodian immigrants (and their cooking) have become the backbone for the revival of this New England town.

Padma reminisces about her years in Italy, where she experienced the spirit of la bella vita, the beautiful life.  Now, hungry for some life balance, she's turning to her Italian American friends in NY to reveal their secrets, starting with pizza.