Padma Lakshmi on Why We Need a Show About Immigrant Cuisine Right Now

Zendaya and Tom Holland have reportedly kept their romantic relationship private for years now, but it looks like they’re done trying to hide any public displays of affection.The happy couple was spotted in New York City on Wednesday, February 16 as they headed to the premiere of Holland’s latest film, Uncharted. Not only were they wearing outfits that perfectly complimented one another, but the actors were sweetly holding hands as they made their way through a crowd of papparazzi. For their night out on the town, the Spider-Man: No Way Home wore a light gray suit and black turtle neck, which he matched with black boots.

Emmerdale fans were left baffled on Thursday evening after they noticed Leyla Cavanagh's full face of makeup while in hospital.Leyla has gone through a rather turbulent time this week after she was shot by twisted nurse Meena Jutla and was in need of urgent medical attention.Following her surgery, Leyla was alive and well and lay relaxed in her hospital bed, but several spectators noticed that Leyla's face looked flawless despite going through a terrifying ordeal.Jumping onto Twitter, fans shared their thoughts on the fiesty brunette.One viewer penned: "Loving Leyla's flawless makeup and lippy, straight after being shot and surgery too."Another said: "Leyla always looks dewy and gorgeous even when she's just been shot."A third chimed: "Leyla has just been through life-saving surgery and still looks absolutely stunning.""Bloody hell, Leyla looks well seeing as she's just come out of surgery after being shot," another viewer joked.Later on in the show, although Meena was pushed off a bridge by Liam Cavanagh on Wednesday night, she managed to survive the fatal drop and police wanted a word with Liam.But Meena being alive seemed to infuriate certain viewers as they couldn't believe that she could possibly get away with murder once again.They also seemed frustrated with the fact that Liam was being arrested for pushing her to her death.Jumping back on Twitter, one annoyed viewer shared: "Meena kills loads but the police don't arrest her.

Jamie Carragher has hailed Franco Baresi for producing the greatest ever display from a defender in the history of football.The AC Milan icon, 61, spent the entirety of his career at the Rossoneri racking up an incredible 719 appearances at the San Siro in a career spanning 20 years.Considered one of the club's most significant captains, Baresi guided the club to three European Cup conquests on top of six Serie A titles and was the runner-up for the Ballon d'Or in 1989.And Carragher, who went on to have a solid career at centre-back himself, couldn't help but praise his former idol when responding to a fan question and answer session on social media.Quizzed on what the best performance from a centre-back in a single match was, Carragher said: “It’s [Baresi] in the 1994 World Cup final v Brazil!“Up against Romario [and] Bebeto in his first game back after a knee op which he had after the [first] game of the tournament!”Baresi was outstanding in that match, helping the Azzurri keep a clean sheet against one of Brazil's best ever sides.Unfortunately, the Italian was unable to clinch the Jules Rimet trophy as the Seleaco recorded their fourth World Cup triumph via a penalty shootout - in which Baresi missed the opening spot-kick.HAVE YOUR SAY! What is the best performance from a centre-back in a single match? Let us know in the comments section.Though it's not the first time Carragher has applauded the career of Baresi.The Liverpool legend chose him as his ideal centre-back partner on Sky Sports."I'd have loved to have played one game with Franco Baresi," said Carragher."I was only a kid really when he was in his pomp but you see Rafa [Benitez] ...

Stay in the loop with all the latest Daily Star news by signing up for one of our free newsletters here. Abdullah Azzam, secretary to Afghanistan’s Deputy Prime Minister, tweeted: "A team is there with an ambulance, oxygen and other necessary things."Sebghatullah Sadid, a freelance journalist working in Afghanistan, tweeted to say Haidar's health condition is reported as well by medics.Rescue workers have excavated a trench next to the well in a bid to reach the boy in an operation reminiscent of the doomed attempt to rescue five-year-old Rayan Awram in Morocco earlier this month.

Prince Harry suffered an embarrassing encounter with the parents of a US country singer after they asked for a selfie because they believed he was a ”lookalike” instead of the real thing.The Duke of Sussex was mingling with a number of celebrities and sporting stars as he took in his first live NFL Super Bowl with his cousin Princess Eugenie.Singer Mickey Guyton performed the US national anthem at the Sofi Stadium to kick off this year's Super Bowl between the Los Angeles Rams and the Cincinnati Bengals. As Mickey was busy returning to the VIP area following her opening the event, her parents were busy mingling and bumped into Harry.

boxing grudge match against Amir Khan and risk paying the six-figure fine.Brook, 35, has to make the 149lb catchment weight for his highly-anticipated fight with Khan on Saturday or face a six-figure fine if he comes in heavier than the limit.But the Sheffield boxer has publicly admitted in the past that he has struggled to make the welterweight limit of 147lbs.And with the fighters entering their final days of preparation, former cruiserweight champion Nelson believes Brook should “double bluff” his opponent by purposely coming in heavier and paying the weight penalty.Nelson told Sky Sports: “That is what they have got to go for. I believe that is what they are going to go for.“But speaking about this weight issue, if it is tight, pay the fine.

Kris Jenner is set to make an appearance on The Ellen Show soon and she talked all about Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott‘s newborn son Wolf!

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Double the icons! Acclaimed actress Viola Davis is gearing up to portray an equally beloved individual: Michelle Obama.

Kate Aurthur editorFive powerhouse forces in reality television assembled recently for Variety’s Virtual TV Festival.

A very sweet and timely victory indeed. Melissa King, 36, bested 14 other fierce competitors to score the Top Chef: All Stars L.A. crown on Thursday, June 16. The California-based culinarian, who first appeared on Top Chef: Boston in 2014, was able to secure herself the title after beating two incredible talented competitors in Bryan Voltaggio (Top Chef: Las Vegas, Top Chef Masters) and Stephanie Cmar (Top Chef: New Orleans) in a very emotional finale that was filmed in Italy months before the Coronavirus pandemic took over (head judge Tom Colicchio and host Padma Lakshmi touched on that issue on the show’s 12th episode).

With the political spectrum more divided than ever before, this election year is shaping up to be the most important, by far.Tuesday markedprimary elections in New York, Kentucky and Virginia, with congressional runoff elections in North Carolina and Mississippi and runoff elections for legislative races in South Carolina.And starsPadma Lakshmi and Rachel Brosnahan made their participation known after casting their votes, each taking to Instagram to show off the customary 'I Voted' sticker that's handed out at the ballot box.

Padma Lakshmi‘s unabashed love of food is clear in everything she eats in a day. While the Love, Loss, and What We Ate author does have a couple of staples in her diet, such as tea and apples with peanut butter, her eating regimen varies depending on whether or not she’s filming Top Chef.When she’s working on the Bravo show, for example, Lakshmi, 49, tries not to eat too much food.

Stream QueensWhether you're looking to learn something new, escape from reality or get invested in a romantic love story, there are plenty of options available to stream this weekend.On the movie side, will pull you into the story of a black single mom cultivating her daughter for a beauty pageant, while will have you showing off your best moves in your living room.Celebrate Pride Month with , or watch different kinds of love stories unfold on Stream season 2 of to get engrossed in some fictional dramatic political drama, or make your mouth water with Padma Lakshmi's docuseries celebrating diverse food.Keep scrolling for your go-list guide of what to stream the weekend of June 19, 2020.is now available on VOD.Debuting at a controversial

Padma Lakshmi has certainly seen a lot in her 16 seasons as host of Top Chef, though she revealed a guest judge once tried to get personal after the show.Lakshmi, 49, who has hosted the series since the second season back in 2006, appeared on Bravo's Watch What Happens Live with chef Tom Colicchio on Thursday.Host Andy Cohen asked if one of the chefs on the show ever 'slid into her DMs' after filming,' she said, 'No, but a guest judge has.' Personal: Padma Lakshmi has certainly seen a lot in her 16 seasons as host of Top Chef, though she revealed a guest judge once tried to get personal after the show Host:Lakshmi, 49, who has hosted the series since the second season back in 2006, appeared on Bravo's Watch What Happens Live with chef Tom

Padma Lakshmi is no stranger to speaking her mind. As the Emmy-nominated host of, Bravo’s reality food competition, which is now in its 17th season, she’s guided viewers through quick fires and elimination challenges all the while letting everyone know just what she thinks of the contestants’ various dishes.

Taste the Nation, couldn’t come at a better time. In each episode of the ten-part docuseries, Lakshmi, also executive producer, travels to a different part of the country and introduces an immigrant community to viewers by way of the food they eat, bringing forth underlying themes of identity and connection. Between the Taste the Nation press circuit, Lakshmi—known for her 16-year run as the host of Bravo’s Top Chef and has written three award-winning cookbooks and a memoir—found some time to share one of her favorite recipes: Chile Verde with White Beans.

Padma Lakshmi’s next book is designed for the children’s table.

Amid the civil unrest that has flared in the US cities after the death of George Floyd, Padma Lakshmi opened up about discussing the issue of racism with her 10-year-old daughter Krishna. Ever since Floyd died after police officer Derek Chauvin handcuffed him and kneeled on his neck rendering him unable to breathe, people have been openly protesting against racial injustice in large numbers.

Padma Lakshmi has watched in anger as some politicians denigrate immigrants. She’s been left seething as newcomers are discriminated against or targeted.

Padma Lakshmi didn’t leave her home for days after writing an op-ed revealing how she was raped at the age of 16.In the editorial for The New York Times, written in 2018 in response to the sexual assault allegations against then-Supreme Court Justice nominee Brett Kavanaugh, Lakshmi revealed that she was a virgin when she was raped by her then 23-year-old boyfriend.The Top Chef host also shared she was molested by her stepfather’s relative when she was seven.And in a cover interview for Artful Living, the 49-year-old admitted “it was scary” initially to have people approach with their own stories of sexual assault after the article was published.“I didn’t go out for three days after I wrote the article,” she told the publication.