9.5/102 votes#1 - Gumbo & Glory
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 10/10/2011
Zoe enters a gumbo contest in yet another attempt to prove she can fit in as a Bluebell resident; Lavon has a crush on Zoe and Brick's new receptionist, and the news sours Lemon; and Zoe and Brick must look past their differences to save someone's life.
Director: Andrew McCarthy
Writer: David Babcock
9.0/102 votes#2 - Snowflakes & Soulmates
Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 2/20/2012
Zoe Hart is thrilled to see snow in Bluebell, but the rest of the town is superstitious that it will bring bad luck. When Lavon’s parents make a visit to Bluebell, Lavon thinks it’s the perfect opportunity to introduce them to Didi, but the introduction doesn’t exactly go according to plan. Lemon and George make a big decision about their future.
Director: Andy Wolk
Writer: David Babcock
8.7/103 votes#3 - Hairdos & Holidays
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 12/5/2011
Zoe encourages Rose to enter the annual Miss Cinnamon Cider Pageant even though Lemon’s younger sister, Magnolia Breeland, is a shoo-in to win. Of course, with Zoe coaching Rose and Lemon coaching Magnolia, rivalry takes on a whole new meaning. Meanwhile, George and Wade go on a road trip to pick up a Christmas tree for Bluebell’s town square. Also, in flashbacks, we learn some of the history of Lemon’s relationship with her mother, as well as the details of when Lemon and Lavon first realized they had a connection.
Director: David Paymer
Writer: David Babcock
8.0/101 votes#4 - Resolved
Season 5 Episode 7 - Aired 11/7/2010
Justin suddenly takes a much more keen interest in Holly's recovery after a nurse (guest starring Odette Yustman as Annie) at the hospital catches his eye; Nora's fellow radio host, psychiatrist Dr. Karl, finds his way into Nora's heart when he helps Sarah and Kitty resolve some old sisterly squabbles; and Paige helps Kevin and Scotty find forgiveness.
Director: Michael Schultz
Writer: David Babcock
8.0/101 votes#5 - One That Got Away
Season 5 Episode 14 - Aired 2/13/2011
The Walkers' plans to celebrate Valentine's Day go horribly wrong when Tommy tells Sarah about another secret that Nora has kept buried since they were kids, and Saul's hopes for a romantic evening with Jonathan are dashed by a visiting high profile food critic.
Director: N/A
Writer: David Babcock
7.5/102 votes#6 - The Homecoming
Season 5 Episode 1 - Aired 9/26/2010
It's been a year since the Walker family was torn apart by a tragic car accident, and in a very un-Walker like fashion, everyone has been avoiding everyone else. Truths and reality only start to set in when the family is forced to come together for Justin's homecoming party: Nora tries to prepare for the party, but is not acting like the mother she used to be; Sarah is consumed with the Narrow Lake deal; Kevin has a new career as public defense attorney; Saul and Scotty are running their restaurant; and Kitty's life has become a taboo subject for everyone.
Director: N/A
Writer: David Babcock
7.1/107 votes#7 - To Whom It May Concern
Season 7 Episode 12 - Aired 1/30/2007
Sookie acts strangely. Luke attends his court case hearing. Lorelai is confronted about the character reference letter she wrote for Luke.
Director: Jamie Babbit
Writer: David Babcock
6.8/104 votes#8 - Higher Ground
Season 1 Episode 20 - Aired 5/1/2014
Mary hires a mercenary to help her save Scotland. Meanwhile, Francis prepares France to wage war on England, and Leith becomes his ally in this endeavor; and Lola and Julien's bond deepens, but she fears he will betray her.
Director: Sudz Sutherland
Writer: David Babcock
6.5/106 votes#9 - French Twist
Season 7 Episode 7 - Aired 11/14/2006
Christopher and Lorelai take Gigi to visit Sherry. Rory's tenure as editor-in-chief of the university newspaper comes to an end.
Director: Lee Shallat Chemel
Writer: David Babcock
5.9/107 votes#10 - Gilmore Girls Only
Season 7 Episode 17 - Aired 3/6/2007
Lorelai, Rory and Emily go on a road trip to attend the wedding of an old friend. Someone makes a surprise appearance, asking Rory to forgive him.
Director: Lee Shallat Chemel
Writer: David Babcock
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"Gumbo & Glory" is the best rated episode written by David Babcock. It scored 9.5/10 based on 2 votes. It was directed by Andrew McCarthy. It aired on 10/10/2011 and is rated 0.5 points higher than their second-best episode, "Snowflakes & Soulmates".