Mandi Kerr is an experienced entertainment writer. She specializes in British royal family content, covering Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton, and more. Mandi’s coverage analyzes how the royals interact with each other and the media, giving readers valuable insight. She’s been interested in how many members of the family make their own interests part of their royal identities. (Mandi points to Middleton’s passion for parenting and the study she helped to conduct as one example.) Her personal interests in Gilmore Girls and baking, particularly with recipes from Ina Garten, led her to cover those extensively for our site.
Ina Garten's waffle recipe can be made ahead. Make the batter for the Barefoot Contessa's Overnight Belgian Waffles the night before. The next day, make the waffles an hour ahead and keep them warm in the oven before serving.
Scott Patterson says he and Lauren Graham were nervous before filming Luke Danes and Lorelai Gilmore's first on-screen kiss because they "knew it was a big moment."
One of Ina Garten's easy appetizers, Mustard and Gruyère Batons are made of seven ingredients and many of them are Barefoot Contessa pantry staples. Think sea salt, Dijon mustard, and puff pastry.
Scott Patterson's watching every episode of 'Gilmore Girls' as part of his 'I'm All In' podcast and the Luke Danes actor is gearing up for his on-screen nephew's introduction. Scott Patterson admits he doesn't remember much of Milo Ventimiglia's Jess Mariano storyline but he enjoyed playing his uncle.
Ben Affleck reportedly gifted Jennifer Lopez with a new car and multiple pieces of jewelry totaling more than $2.5 million when they dated from 2002 to 2004.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck photos were everywhere from 2002 to 2004. Dubbed "Bennifer," the couple had some memorable PDA moments including J. Lo's "Jenny From the Block" music video, award show after parties, and NBA basketball games.
A body language expert says Kate Middleton and Prince William's anniversary photos show just how close and "comfortable" they are. From their smiles to the way they're embracing each other, Kate Middleton and Prince William have a "high level of connection and level of comfort with each other."
Get fancy with Ina Garten's Seared Scallops with Truffled Potato Celery Root Purée recipe. Best of all, the Barefoot Contessa says the dish can be prepared "really fast."
Ever wonder what's in Ina Garten's freezer? The 'Barefoot Contessa' host uses the kitchen appliance to make life easier by freezing chunks of bread, homemade chicken stock, and dinner party essentials.
Ina Garten doesn't just eat leftovers. She eats them the Barefoot Contessa way by turning them into something "completely different." Ina Garten uses her leftover Tomato and Eggplant Soup as the sauce for her Baked Pasta with Tomatoes and Eggplant.
Kate Winslet said she'd "actually cry" if she arrived on the set of 'Mare of Easttown' and saw that he had a "trailer that's bigger than everyone else's."
Andrew Morton, the author of Princess Diana's 1992 biography, says the making of his book, including the secret recordings, and Princess Diana's 1995 'Panorama' interview will be included in 'The Crown' Season 5.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's Oprah interview had some bombshell moments but there was one comment from Meghan Markle that confuses royal expert and author Ingrid Seward. Seward finds Meghan Markle's comment about going to the Firm's HR department for mental health help "difficult to understand."
Ina Garten's Orzo and Roasted Vegetables recipe is what she calls an "all-in-one side." It's so versatile, the Barefoot Contessa serves it in the winter with lamb and in the summer with steak.
Scott Patterson's favorite moment between his character, Luke Danes, and Lorelai Gilmore (Lauren Graham) is their first scene together at Luke's Diner in the 'Gilmore Girls' pilot.
Kate Winslet plays the lead on 'Mare of Easttown' but she's also an executive producer on the HBO series. "With 'Mare', it just felt like the right time," she told IndieWire in May 2021.