Dish Stanley Tucci, a negroni and spaghetti alle vongole
Nov 9, 2022
In this delightful chat, Stanley Tucci, an award-winning actor known for films like "The Devil Wears Prada" and his show "Searching for Italy", shares his culinary passion with hosts Nick and Angela. He discusses the artistry of Italian cooking while preparing spaghetti alle vongole, revealing his insights on fresh ingredients. As they sip Negronis, Stanley shares fun anecdotes about celebrity encounters with legends like Cher. Their engaging banter highlights the joy of cooking and the cultural significance of beloved dishes.
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Lunchtime Wine
- Stanley Tucci recounts experiencing cultural differences regarding lunchtime drinking.
- In America, having wine with lunch was once viewed with suspicion, unlike in Europe.
Lunchtime Meetings
- Stanley Tucci and Angela Hartnett's friendship began through a mutual friend, a former CEO of Fortnum & Mason, and frequent lunches.
- These lunches were so frequent they had to reduce their attendance.
Starstruck
- Angela Hartnett describes feeling starstruck at lunches with famous people like Judi Dench.
- Over time, the familiarity lessened the initial awe.
