Leo catches the eye of an attractive firebrand architect who wants to hire him as an assistant, rousing a new sensation in Isabel: jealousy. Meanwhile, Karen discovers the soothing effects of flirting.

David's publication wins an award for Magazine of the Year, and in his acceptance speech he thanks everyone but the rag's founder: Eve.

Leo's dad Barry finds he's unable to tell his kids he lost his job. Meanwhile, Isabel's mom goes overboard preparing for a Christmas Eve gathering.