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Bolognese sauce; asparagus salad; a lighter and more contemporary version of chicken pizzaiola.

Empanada bites; crab salad cucumber cups; devils on horseback.

Taurasi, homeland to a prestigious wine, marks the discovery of Irpinia.

Halibut with saffron fregola; tuna and chickpea salad; shrimp alla Buonavia.

Cordoba, Spain's different types of olives used to make the town's award-winning olive oil; salmorejo, chilled tomato soup made with tomato, bread, garlic and olive oil; wine; vegetable risotto using sherry vinegar.

Silvia has a special little guest today, reminiscing and passing on the dishes of her childhood to the next generation that still feature in her kitchen today.

Wedding rice; ginger and pistachio guacamole.

Gino D'Acampo visits the town of Orgosolo, made famous by the abundance of murals depicting its proud history and meets a shepherd who explains how the simple food from the land sustains the Sardi people.

Fried panzerotti; ricotta soup; gnocchi with sauce from Erice.

A married nurse who had a serious relationship with Hawkeye when she was single is assigned to the 4077th.

A sudden deluge of wounded at the 4077th is followed by a fire and a rainstorm.

Famed newscaster Clete Roberts visits the 4077th for a report on the feelings of the people stationed there.

This week Neven visits the Alentejo region in southern Portugal.

Michela Chiappa samples dishes with the Algieri family in Snowdonia.

Keeping nearly 14,500 people happy is no easy task, but that's the job of Third Home's Giles Adams; he tries to please his boss and members, and deal with some minor complaints.

A married nurse who had a serious relationship with Hawkeye when she was single is assigned to the 4077th.

A sudden deluge of wounded at the 4077th is followed by a fire and a rainstorm.

Famed newscaster Clete Roberts visits the 4077th for a report on the feelings of the people stationed there.

Adam meets Ozzie, a hardworking cook in the Northern Territory renowned for his Poh Pia Tod, or fried Thai spring rolls.

Four Americans who have bought homes and affordably retired in Abruzzo, Italy; a town selling 1-euro homes.

This week Neven visits the Alentejo region in southern Portugal.

Chefs Rob and Craig meet up with Loris at his cousin's farm in the southwest corner of Sardinia, where the goats graze freely.

A charming romantic comedy about a man whose carefully constructed life begins to unravel when a web of small lies turns into unexpected complications, forcing him to confront the truth about love, family, and himself.

Two desperate outlaws leave a bloody trail behind them as they attempt to track down some missing loot.

Whipped feta and pepper dip; pastitsio; lemony green beans.

Ginger Pumpkin Pancakes; huevos rancheros burrito; fruit and nut muesli.

David gets inspired when he sees Indians embracing the fundamentals of Italian food at a dairy farm that makes Italian cheeses.

The chefs travel to Bowen Island, British Columbia, where they cook crab on an open fire; back on the mainland, Rob and Craig experience KissaTanto, a Vancouver restaurant that fuses Japanese and Italian cuisine.

Basic pasta dough; veal bolognese sauce; mixed bitter greens salad; meat and cheese stuffed tortelloni.

Freshly pressed olive oil; fire-roasted porchetta.

Tomatoes and bread three ways -- bruschetta, ladenia and pizza; kokkinisto, Greek-style beef stew; green bean yiahni.

In the "Paris of the Prairies," Rob meets up with Dale Mackey and Nathan Guggenheimer who are turning Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, into a foodie destination; the chefs check out a family farm on the prairie for local products before cooking an epic meal.

David and guest Rup Magon, a musician, actor and food lover from Montreal, spend the day recreating traditional Indian dishes filling the air with aroma and spices.

In the verdant rolling hills of Tuscany is Castello di Trebbio; David tours the grounds, takes part in the grape harvest and makes some dishes using their wine and grapes.

A rumor that the 4077th is going to "bug out" becomes grossly exaggerated until it is believed the entire Chinese army is attacking the camp.

A rumor that the 4077th is going to "bug out" becomes grossly exaggerated until it is believed the entire Chinese army is attacking the camp.

When Hot Lips phones from Tokyo to say there is big news, Frank assumes it is his expected promotion.

Salad of warm greens with bacon and mushrooms; leek and prosciutto gratin; butternut squash soup.

Whipped feta and pepper dip; pastitsio; lemony green beans.

Volcanic lakes introduce to northern Latium: from Bracciano to Anguillara Sabazia.

Fennel and Asian pear salad; cheesy veal chops with cabbage served in a butter sauce; lentil crostini.

An organic farm that produces Seville oranges; making marmalade; school for flamenco dancers, guitarists and singers; seafood stew flavored with oranges.

Silvia goes on a kitchen bench journey through Italy.

Touring the markets, street food stands, and restaurants of Culiacán, the capital of Sinaloa, Mexico.

On his way to the southern coast, Gino takes a fishing trip and learns how fishing in the deep blue waters runs a close second to farming on the island.

Crispy cheese bowls; four-cheese baked macaroni; cheesy baked chicken wings.

A rumor that the 4077th is going to "bug out" becomes grossly exaggerated until it is believed the entire Chinese army is attacking the camp.

A rumor that the 4077th is going to "bug out" becomes grossly exaggerated until it is believed the entire Chinese army is attacking the camp.

When Hot Lips phones from Tokyo to say there is big news, Frank assumes it is his expected promotion.

Michelle shows Adam her organic oasis and gives him a chance to try her mother's specialty dish of pumpkin tendrils with a spicy Asian twist.

Exploring a 1,000 room palace in Caserta in southern Italy; Chef Franco Pepe's pizza.

Alex Polizzi heads to the north of Italy, revisiting Venice and Rome. Alex also gets up close and personal with Maria Callas' costumes in Milan.

A rumor that the 4077th is going to "bug out" becomes grossly exaggerated until it is believed the entire Chinese army is attacking the camp.

A rumor that the 4077th is going to "bug out" becomes grossly exaggerated until it is believed the entire Chinese army is attacking the camp.

When Hot Lips phones from Tokyo to say there is big news, Frank assumes it is his expected promotion.

Keeping nearly 14,500 people happy is no easy task, but that's the job of Third Home's Giles Adams; he tries to please his boss and members, and deal with some minor complaints.

Alex Polizzi heads to the north of Italy, revisiting Venice and Rome. Alex also gets up close and personal with Maria Callas' costumes in Milan.

Two desperate outlaws leave a bloody trail behind them as they attempt to track down some missing loot.

A documentary about Ludmila Schnaider, a Ukrainian-Canadian photographer whose mission, with time running out, is to preserve the testimonies of WWII veterans living in Canada.

Meaty Tuscan stew; polenta with cheese and herbs; sauteed bitter greens with pine nuts.

Quinoa and sausage stuffed peppers; farro and chickpea salad with pistachio dressing; beef and broccoli brown rice bowl.

David takes his newfound garam masala recipes from Chef Manisha Bhasin of Bukhara, one of India's most famous restaurants, to infuse some Italian peasant cuisine such as cavolo stufato, and fresh fruit salad with chaat masala.

Rob and Craig check into a Basque villa before visiting José's vineyard and bodega; José provides them with fresh fish and some tips for their own cookout using his same techniques.

Scalloped tomatoes; stir-fried garlic green beans; tandoori whole roasted cauliflower; feta and cucumber salad.

Tuscan bread; pasta.

Classic fasolada; baked giant beans with honey and dill; braised chickpeas with pork shanks.

Chefs Craig Harding and Rob Rossi touch down in Barcelona, Spain.

From Michelin star restaurants to the farm and stables of la cucina povera, guest Leandro Baldassarre shares his passion for food and brings an artisanal craftsmanship to pasta making.

Pizza dough from scratch; savory pizzas, calzones, foccacia and dessert pizzas in a wood-burning oven.

Hawkeye's face is badly burned when a stove he is trying to fix explodes.

Radar's sudden promotion to lieutenant stuns everyone but Hawkeye and B.J., who were responsible.

The long-smoldering feud between Hot Lips and the nurses in her command comes to a head when she confines one of them to her tent.

Linguine with clams and broccoli; burrata with grilled bread; almond tart.

Meaty Tuscan stew; polenta with cheese and herbs; sauteed bitter greens with pine nuts.

The Ripasottile and Lungo Lakes announce the artistic city of Rieti.

Roasted chicken with pomegranate and a chocolate ricotta cheesecake; baked beans.

Neven's first stop on the Basque Country food trail is Bilbao; Neven takes a look at the city's incredible modern architecture, and of course its culinary delights, calls in at the Manuel Angulo patisserie, and makes some food.

Silvia creates amazing standalone vegetarian dishes with the freshest of produce available, destined to wow any family and become staple mid-week favourites.

A boat ride to sample fresh oysters in Altata, a small town on the coast of Sinaloa; restaurants serve up fresh fish, oysters and shrimp; a seafood feast based on the waters of Altata Bay.

Gino visits Palermo, the capital city of Sicily, famous for being the home of the mafia, along with a vibrant street food culture and interesting history.

Balsamic chicken stir-fry; traditional frico; sweet grape and ricotta pizza.

Hawkeye's face is badly burned when a stove he is trying to fix explodes.

Radar's sudden promotion to lieutenant stuns everyone but Hawkeye and B.J., who were responsible.

The long-smoldering feud between Hot Lips and the nurses in her command comes to a head when she confines one of them to her tent.

Saigon welcomes over 8 million visitors per year and has become a city full of opportunities with great restaurants and food scene second to none.

Gino meets Laura, who dives for rare red oysters, which they share for breakfast with a glass of wine; he meets fishmonger Marcello and samples a raw purple headed prawn; Gino cooks tiella with mussels, potatoes and saffron.

Exploring a 1,000 room palace in Caserta in southern Italy; Chef Franco Pepe's pizza.

My mum's go to family favourites.

Hawkeye's face is badly burned when a stove he is trying to fix explodes.

Radar's sudden promotion to lieutenant stuns everyone but Hawkeye and B.J., who were responsible.

The long-smoldering feud between Hot Lips and the nurses in her command comes to a head when she confines one of them to her tent.

Charlie Luxton travels to Puglia, the breadbasket of Italy, with olives, bread, pasta and wine in abundance; in the seaside town of Polignano a Mare, he visits a townhouse perched precariously over sea caverns.

Exploring a 1,000 room palace in Caserta in southern Italy; Chef Franco Pepe's pizza.

Michelle shows Adam her organic oasis and gives him a chance to try her mother's specialty dish of pumpkin tendrils with a spicy Asian twist.

A bandit (Alberto Ruschel) falls in love with the schoolteacher who has been kidnapped by his gang.

A documentary about Ludmila Schnaider, a Ukrainian-Canadian photographer whose mission, with time running out, is to preserve the testimonies of WWII veterans living in Canada.

Courtesy to the live-in caregiver program, Canada is one of the preferred destinations for Filipino nannies. Nanny Magpakailanman? follows the lives of three characters at different stages of this process.

Smoky pulled-pork sandwiches with mustard/barbecue sauce; party pasta salad; Stefano's blondies.

Chicken with 40 cloves of garlic; roasted ratatouille casserole; cheesy mashed cauliflower.

David's friends guide him on a tour of Chennai's Tamil Nadu vegetarian culture.

After waking up early, Rob and Craig take a tour of Poggio Foco to spot the elusive wild boar that inhabit the farm.

Buckwheat bilinis; Stefano's beef stroganoff.

David spends time with Gino Sorbillo, who's family has one of Naples' oldest pizzerias, in the hopes of uncovering the secret to making the best pizza in the world. He also helps teach a group of children the art of making and eating pizza.

Phyllo-wrapped feta with poppy seeds and honey; roasted chicken stuffed with olives and figs; clay-baked lentils with spices, honey and vinegar.

The chefs head to the Tuscan coast to live Rob's dream of rustic fishing on the ocean.

Sunday Pranzo is all about family, tradition and connection. Starting off the morning with the smell of tomato sauce simmering on the stove and espresso brewing in a moka pot, David takes us back to his roots and the magic of the family Sunday meal.

David joins the locals of the volcanic island of Ischia, in the gulf of Naples, for the celebration of the Spring Equinox.

Hot Lips' mysterious disappearance so disturbs Frank that he shoots B.J. while preparing to search for her.

Psychiatrist Maj. Freedman visits the 4077th to clear his head and finds release in its unique form of insanity.

An embittered private refuses to heed Father Mulcahy's counsel because the priest has never experienced front-line duty.

Risotto with mushrooms; barley, kale and butternut squash risotto; polenta torta with gorgonzola and cabbage.

Smoky pulled-pork sandwiches with mustard/barbecue sauce; party pasta salad; Stefano's blondies.

The charming whitewashed Sperlonga and Gaeta point to the legendary Ulisse's Riviera and stand opposite to the Pontino Archipelago.

Southern Italian-style bruschetta; tomato and Tropea onion salad featuring crispy friselle bread; spicy bloody mary; panzerotti.

Neven takes a hot air balloon trip over the vineyards of the spectacular La Rioja wine region; recipes include air-dried lamb carpaccio with roasted beetroot and mustard cream.

Food writer and home cook Silvia Colloca feels most Italian when she is in her kitchen; she bakes with her mother and cooks for her family from a treasured dowry of Italian home cooking know-how passed on from generations of Nonnas and Mammas.

South of the border meets southern food; with guest chef Vivian Howard.

Gino D'Acampo reveals how Sicily's fascinating history has influenced the food the locals eat and the ingredients they use; Gino learns all about chocolate and cassata while crossing the island and taking in the baroque towns of Noto and Modica.

Risotto with asparagus and favas; roasted cranberries and pears over ice cream; leek and ricotta tart.

Hot Lips' mysterious disappearance so disturbs Frank that he shoots B.J. while preparing to search for her.

Psychiatrist Maj. Freedman visits the 4077th to clear his head and finds release in its unique form of insanity.

An embittered private refuses to heed Father Mulcahy's counsel because the priest has never experienced front-line duty.

My mum's go to family favourites.

Michelle shows Adam her organic oasis and gives him a chance to try her mother's specialty dish of pumpkin tendrils with a spicy Asian twist.

Chefs Rob and Craig meet up with Loris at his cousin's farm in the southwest corner of Sardinia, where the goats graze freely.

This week Neven visits the Alentejo region in southern Portugal.

Hot Lips' mysterious disappearance so disturbs Frank that he shoots B.J. while preparing to search for her.

Psychiatrist Maj. Freedman visits the 4077th to clear his head and finds release in its unique form of insanity.

An embittered private refuses to heed Father Mulcahy's counsel because the priest has never experienced front-line duty.

Alex Polizzi heads to the north of Italy, revisiting Venice and Rome. Alex also gets up close and personal with Maria Callas' costumes in Milan.

My mum's go to family favourites.

Michela Chiappa samples dishes with the Algieri family in Snowdonia.

A bandit (Alberto Ruschel) falls in love with the schoolteacher who has been kidnapped by his gang.

Domenica, a farmer girl from Val Brembana, becomes the au pair girl of the Chiocchietti family in Rome.

Courtesy to the live-in caregiver program, Canada is one of the preferred destinations for Filipino nannies. Nanny Magpakailanman? follows the lives of three characters at different stages of this process.

Stefano's bouillabaisse; artichoke, fennel and frisee with orange dressing; coeur a la creme.

Basic bread sticks; Giardiniera; grilled seafood salad.

David receives a 12-hour notice to attend a wedding in Tanzania's capital city, and it's a good thing he's in Dar es Salaam, a major hub of fashion, textiles and trade; David takes a trip to a fishing village to soak up its fresh seafood market.

Rob and Craig bring fire to some vegetarian dishes; fire-heated oil is used to deep-fry crispy tempura zucchini, then paired with raw zucchini, hot honey and mint; a Mediterranean-inspired hummus is accompanied by roasted root vegetables and pita.

Asparagus and goat cheese quiche; cheesy tomato soup; Stovetop mac & cheese.

David sets out with his family to experience local hotspots and give tourists an authentic experience of fishing and cooking on his boat.

Zucchini-yogurt pie; lamb baked in Greek yogurt; Greek yogurt cheesecake.

As fall sets in, Rob and Craig crank up a citrus salad by grilling whole radicchios over flame, and tossing golden, foraged chanterelle mushrooms in a cast iron pot over the fire.

Called sfizi or antipasti in Italian, these little bites can be had as snacks or part of an entire meal. David spends the day making some of his favorite snacks that are fun to make and easy to eat.

David sets out to find the side of Venice that tourists don't typically see, which is more than just gondolas and carnavale.

Frank is antagonistic toward a wounded North Korean officer who describes his own injury and correctly diagnoses the wounds of other patients.

Exhausted from 24 hours of duty, Hawkeye and Col. Potter respond to a desperate call from a Korean army hospital requesting surgeons.

Sudden symptoms of illness in Hot Lips and in Col. Potter's favorite mare cause concern in the 4077th.

Risotto with mushrooms; barley, kale and butternut squash risotto; polenta torta with gorgonzola and cabbage.

Stefano's bouillabaisse; artichoke, fennel and frisee with orange dressing; coeur a la creme.

Land and water merge in the Orbetello Lagoon, dominated by the Argentario and facing the islands of Giglio and Giannutri.

A cheese plate with plum mostarda and gnocco fritto; a platter of cheese with seasonal fruits and plum mostarda; fluffy fried bread served with prosciutto cotto; sausage and apples; risotto with orange juice.

Balsamic vinegar is only produced in a tightly defined area around Modena and Neven visits producer Antica Acetaia Dodi to see how it's made.

Silvia Colloca takes a journey through regional Italy.

The unique history of Los Mochis, a coastal city in the northern region of Sinaloa; street food; two taco recipes.

In the final episode of the series, Gino visits the pretty Sicilian town of Taormina to make the sweet treat cannoli, before climbing the craters of nearby Mount Etna.

Mussel bruschetta; spicy lobster linguine.

Frank is antagonistic toward a wounded North Korean officer who describes his own injury and correctly diagnoses the wounds of other patients.

Exhausted from 24 hours of duty, Hawkeye and Col. Potter respond to a desperate call from a Korean army hospital requesting surgeons.

Sudden symptoms of illness in Hot Lips and in Col. Potter's favorite mare cause concern in the 4077th.

Gino tours Bari, the capital of Puglia on a rickshaw, samples cucumarazzo, makes orecchiette with Anna and samples deep-fried polenta with Carmela; he cooks local favourite, spaghetti all'assassina.

Gino tours meat country: the town of Cisternino and the Itria valley in Puglia. Riding through the heat on a push bike, he gets to enjoy his favourite kind of house: the trullo, the stone conical shaped ancient homes which scatter the landscape here.

The whole family gather on the island of Sardinia for a long overdue festive celebration; Gino pulls out all the stops to give his mother-in-law, Elizabeth, an Italian festive feast to remember.

Gino takes his wife, Jess, and their three children, Luciano, Rocco and Mia, for an "untypical" D'Acampo day out to help them get in touch with their Italian roots.

Frank is antagonistic toward a wounded North Korean officer who describes his own injury and correctly diagnoses the wounds of other patients.

Exhausted from 24 hours of duty, Hawkeye and Col. Potter respond to a desperate call from a Korean army hospital requesting surgeons.

Sudden symptoms of illness in Hot Lips and in Col. Potter's favorite mare cause concern in the 4077th.

A special compilation of concerts by the world famous Croatian virtuoso cellist, Stjepan Hauser.

Silvia Colloca takes a journey through regional Italy.

Domenica, a farmer girl from Val Brembana, becomes the au pair girl of the Chiocchietti family in Rome.

Carlo Verdone takes on a role in each of three stories, all set in Rome on the same day. In the first, Leo (Verdone), a shy and stumbling Spanish tourist, discovers unexpected romance after meeting beautiful Marisol (Mario Brega). Meanwhile, Enzo (also Verdone), a braggart known for his audacious stories, looks to take a vacation but finds his arrogance has scared off any would-be travel companion

Located between Lombardy, Piedmont and Emilia Romagna Oltrepò Pavese is a hilly land with vineyards and farms crossed by minor rivers.

Rob and Craig check into a Basque villa before visiting José's vineyard and bodega; José provides them with fresh fish and some tips for their own cookout using his same techniques.

Panzanella, stracotto al chianti and tuna bean salad.

Pasta cacio and pepe.

This week Neven visits the Alentejo region in southern Portugal.

Ham, leek and Swiss frittata; spinach and ricotta lasagna; fried spaghetti sandwich.

Rocco creates a meal in an open-air kitchen using the ingredients of the Chianti region.

Italian League soccer weekly review.

Preview of this weekend's Italian league soccer matches.

From Diego Armando Maradona Stadium in Naples, Campania, Italy.

Saigon welcomes over 8 million visitors per year and has become a city full of opportunities with great restaurants and food scene second to none.

From Olimpico Stadium in Rome, Lazio, Italy.

Alex Polizzi heads to the north of Italy, revisiting Venice and Rome. Alex also gets up close and personal with Maria Callas' costumes in Milan.

Radicchio, endive, apple and pecorino with cheese toasts; skilled ricotta mini meatloaves dressed in a mushroom sauce.

Butternut squash and cannellini beans; a quick and easy dessert of strawberries and balsamic; roasted spaghetti squash with spicy tomato sauce.

Rob and Craig meet up with a local fig grower named Gioele; lying beneath a rugged mountain range, his farm goes back generations; Gioele shows the chefs the fig farming process and what makes his figs so special.

Gino is left unsupervised with his in-laws, Elizabeth and Malcom, as they head to the stunning Cilento coast to unlock the locals' secret to long life, the Mediterranean diet.

It's a case of careful what you wish for as three very different club members have three very different holidays.

Baltimore-based friends and lovers, all in their 20s and 30s, try to navigate their way through the complexities of modern relationships. Beth (Jennifer Aniston) wants commitment from Neil (Ben Affleck), who sees nothing wrong with the status quo. Gigi (Ginnifer Goodwin) is tired of waiting by the phone, while Mary (Drew Barrymore) has a slew of supportive male friends, none of whom are straight.

A romantic concert features music from classic Italian movies, including "Amarcord," "Cinema Paradiso" and "Life Is Beautiful.".

Carlo Verdone takes on a role in each of three stories, all set in Rome on the same day. In the first, Leo (Verdone), a shy and stumbling Spanish tourist, discovers unexpected romance after meeting beautiful Marisol (Mario Brega). Meanwhile, Enzo (also Verdone), a braggart known for his audacious stories, looks to take a vacation but finds his arrogance has scared off any would-be travel companion

A sailor falls in love with a prostitute.

This is the land of Caltagirone Ceramics and of the beautiful mosaics of Villa del Casale of Piazza Armerina.

Pasta cacio and pepe.

The Chefs enjoy a Barcelona experience at Tickets, considered one of the best restaurants in the world; they head into the town of Alella and explore the local market.

The chefs soak up Mendozan culture, eat incredible barbeque and drink the Malbec wine that the region is famous for.

The Sicilian food tour continues as the chefs travel east to Milazzo to meet with fellow Chef Roberto, a native who now lives in Toronto.

Rob and Craig meet up with a local fig grower named Gioele; lying beneath a rugged mountain range, his farm goes back generations; Gioele shows the chefs the fig farming process and what makes his figs so special.

From Diego Armando Maradona Stadium in Naples, Campania, Italy.

Gino tours Bari, the capital of Puglia on a rickshaw, samples cucumarazzo, makes orecchiette with Anna and samples deep-fried polenta with Carmela; he cooks local favourite, spaghetti all'assassina.

My mum's go to family favourites.

From Olimpico Stadium in Rome, Lazio, Italy.

Exploring a 1,000 room palace in Caserta in southern Italy; Chef Franco Pepe's pizza.

From Allianz Stadium in Turin, Piedmont, Italy.

Silvia Colloca takes a journey through regional Italy.

Michelle shows Adam her organic oasis and gives him a chance to try her mother's specialty dish of pumpkin tendrils with a spicy Asian twist.

Marinara; kale salad with avocado; farina gnocchi.

Prosciutto and onion frittata; vegetable polpette; mushroom ragu with greens over polenta.

An ode to yeasted goods, from breakfast brioche to the classic ciabatta bread.

Gino tours Bari, the capital of Puglia on a rickshaw, samples cucumarazzo, makes orecchiette with Anna and samples deep-fried polenta with Carmela; he cooks local favourite, spaghetti all'assassina.

Young female baseball players from Québec travel to Cuba to train and compete as they chase their dream of reaching the national championships.

Young female baseball players from Québec travel to Cuba to train and compete as they chase their dream of reaching the national championships.

An intimate documentary celebrating the lives, beauty, and strength of women in contemporary Italy.

Baltimore-based friends and lovers, all in their 20s and 30s, try to navigate their way through the complexities of modern relationships. Beth (Jennifer Aniston) wants commitment from Neil (Ben Affleck), who sees nothing wrong with the status quo. Gigi (Ginnifer Goodwin) is tired of waiting by the phone, while Mary (Drew Barrymore) has a slew of supportive male friends, none of whom are straight.