Way to Padma Lakshmi's heart is through her tummyOctober 3rd, 2009 WASHINGTON - Those looking to score some points with Padma Lakshmi might want to learn how to cook great spaghetti, for the 'Top Chef' host has revealed she loves the Italian dish. The model, who is pregnant with her first child, made the revelation to the upcoming issue of VEGAS Magazine.
Pirates! Miley! Muppets! Disney dishes on its upcoming film slate at inaugural D23 ExpoSeptember 11th, 2009 Pirates! Miley! Disney dishes on new films at D23ANAHEIM, Calif. — Johnny Depp, Miley Cyrus, John Travolta, Tim Burton, Nicolas Cage and the Muppets are all set to appear in upcoming Disney films, and they came to the Anaheim Convention Center to tell fans in person.
New 'Pirates' film slated for 2011; Depp to reprise role as Capt. Jack SparrowSeptember 11th, 2009 Depp back for new 'Pirates' film coming in 2011ANAHEIM, Calif. — Avast! Disney says a new "Pirates of the Caribbean" film is on yonder horizon.
Brinkley's ex-hubby Cook says bitter divorce battle revived his careerSeptember 4th, 2009 LONDON - American model Christie Brinkley's ex-husband Peter Cook is said to have benefited from the publicity surrounding their divorce last year, with the bitter court battle reviving his career. Cook, an architect, and Brinkley endured a lengthy break-up, during which the model accused him of harbouring a porn addiction.
Cuddle parties, latest relaxation mantra for stressed out folks!September 1st, 2009 WASHINGTON - People are turning to a new way of untangling those worked up nerves - cuddle parties. The concept, that came into being five years ago, lets partakers to experience clean, safe and welcomed affection.
Gwyneth Paltrow's cooking show branded 'boring'August 11th, 2009 WASHINGTON - A popular chef has called Gwyneth Paltrow's cooking show 'Spain... on the road Again' "boring".
Myleene Klass to co-host The One ShowAugust 3rd, 2009 LONDON - Myleene Klass of 'I'm A Celebrity' fame will soon co-host 'The One Show' alongside journalist John Sergeant whose popularity soared with the TV show 'Strictly Come Dancing'. The jungle beauty will be the host of the BBC1 hit for a week this August as presenters Christine Bleakley and Adrian Chiles go on a fortnight's holiday, reports the Sun.
Fleming 'based Goldfinger on real-life plot against Bank of England by German spymaster'July 5th, 2009 LONDON - A historian has found evidence that Ian Fleming's memorable fictional villain Goldfinger, created to beat rival James Bond, may have been based on a German spymaster who planned a real-life plot against the Bank of England. Historian Andrew Cook, whose expertise lies in intelligence affairs, said that Auric Goldfinger's plot to blow up the gold in Fort Knox could have stemmed from a conspiracy against Britain on the eve of the First World War.
Jennifer Aniston to don chef's cap?July 2nd, 2009 LONDON - Former Friends star Jennifer Aniston has wowed friends with her culinary skills and they are now encouraging her to open an eatery. Jennifer is really passionate about cooking.
Lady Gaga has no time for celebrity partiesJune 22nd, 2009 NEW DELHI - Lady Gaga claims that she would rather stay at home and write music than attend a showbiz bash. The 'Poker Face' singer - who is known for her party girl lifestyle and outrageous fashion choices - says that she has no time to attend celebrity parties.
Will Smith looking after kids but won't do cookingJune 21st, 2009 LONDON - World's most bankable star Will Smith who is on a break from movies while his wife Jada Pinkett Smith shoots for her TV series Hawthorne doesn't cook for his kids despite staying at home. Although the Men In Black star is happy to stay at home and look after the three children they raise together - 16-year-old Trey from his previous relationship and Jaden, 10, Willow, 8, with Jada, he isn't keen on preparing meals for the family, reports contactmusic.com.
Cameron Diaz turns a cook on 'My Sister's Keeper' setsJune 15th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Actress Cameron Diaz turned into a cook on the sets of her new movie, and served her co-stars with some luscious delicacies. The 'Shrek' star turned into the set mum for her onscreen daughters Sofia Vassilieva and Abigail Breslin in the new film 'My Sister's Keeper', and converted her trailer into a dining spot.
Mums are still kitchen queensJune 3rd, 2009 MELBOURNE - When it comes to ruling the kitchen, it's the women who cook most of the family meals, while men keep their culinary skills to a bare minimum, revealed an Australian survey. The survey, commissioned by Nestle, was conducted on 16,500 working and stay-at-home mothers.
Britney planning raunchy London partiesJune 2nd, 2009 LONDON - Pop diva Britney Spears is planning a week of raunchy London parties. Contactmusic.com reports that the Womanizer singer who kicks off the Britain leg of her Circus tour at the city's O2 arena Wednesday has hired naked acrobats, topless burlesque performers and dancing dwarfs to perform after each of her eight shows.
Mandy Moore's chef dreams peter outMay 24th, 2009 LONDON - Newlywed Mandy Moore says her hopes of becoming a great chef seems a far cry because her husband Ryan Adams is an expert cook and she can't compete with him. The pop star-actress vowed to be a better cook after marrying the rocker in March last year but has discovered it's far too easy to let him do all the work in the kitchen.