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Eiza Gonzalez in Bathing Suit Says "I Will Miss You Auckland"

Here’s how she stays in shape.

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Eiza Gonzalez is known for her roles in several action movies. She’s appeared in films like Ambulance, Alita: Battle Angel, and Godzilla vs. Kong. She recently enjoyed a trip to New Zealand to film a new project, and shared some photos on Instagram. Gonzalez captioned the post, “Kia Ora New Zealand. Making our film here has been one of the most special experiences of my life. The mana of this land is transformative. I love getting lost in it. 🤍 I can’t believe we are nearing the end. I will miss you Auckland.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Eiza Gonzalez stays in shape and the photos that prove they work—and to get beach-ready yourself, don't miss these essential 30 Best-Ever Celebrity Bathing Suit Photos!


1. She’s Comfortable

Gonzalez opened up about her wellness routine in an interview with Shape. She says that she is a lot more comfortable in her body, and that the pandemic helped her reach this place. "I'm getting to that age where I feel confident,” Gonzalez says. “This girl I see in the mirror is who I am, and I've just got to love her. I don't want to judge her. I want to give my body this message consistently that I'm grateful for it so that it keeps itself healthy. Especially in the middle of a pandemic, we realize that our bodies are doing so much to keep us alive. We've got to be grateful to them.”

2. She Weight Trains

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Gonzalez makes sure to workout on a regular basis. She shared some of her favorite workouts in her Shape interview. She says that one thing she likes to do is weight train. “I feel so good when I exercise. I go between three workouts. I do a lot of weight lifting with high weight, low reps — that's something that this Latina butt needs to get toned.”

3. She Does Pilates

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Gonzalez tells Shape that she also likes to do Pilates to keep herself in shape. “I swear by Pilates, and I die by Pilates,” she said. “It works out muscles that I don't work out ever. Like this little one under my boob, between my fourth and sixth left ribs.” The Cleveland Clinic states that Pilates has a lot of benefits. “Pilates is a form of strength training, but it doesn’t look like some of the other strength training exercises you might be familiar with. Pilates focuses more on improving muscle tone than building muscles, but the result is similar: greater stability and endurance.”

4. She Takes Care Of Her Skin

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Gonzalez has amazing skin, and she does a lot of things to keep it healthy. She shared some of her tips in her Shape interview. "When I come home from the day, I clean my face with Éminence Organic Skin Care, an all-natural product. Then I steam my face with this portable Dr. Dennis Gross steamer so my pores get cleaned. When I start breaking out, I use these wipes with salicylic acid that my facialist Vanessa Hernandez makes, VH Method Peel. That's what I do. And I'm diligent about my facials, but I don't do more."

5. She Stays Hydrated

In an interview, Gonzalez said that she makes sure to stay hydrated. "I have to drink water all day, every day! Water has become such a basic life need for me because I travel so much and that dehydrates you a lot. From the change of weather to the plane, everything can be so harsh on you.” The CDC states that drinking water is important. “Getting enough water every day is important for your health. Drinking water can prevent dehydration, a condition that can cause unclear thinking, result in mood change, cause your body to overheat, and lead to constipation and kidney stones. Water has no calories, so it can also help with managing body weight and reducing calorie intake when substituted for drinks with calories, such as sweet tea or regular soda.”

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Eiza Gonzalez is known for her roles in several action movies. She’s appeared in films like Ambulance, Alita: Battle Angel, and Godzilla vs. Kong. She recently enjoyed a trip to New Zealand to film a new project, and shared some photos on Instagram. Gonzalez captioned the post, “Kia Ora New Zealand. Making our film here has been one of the most special experiences of my life. The mana of this land is transformative. I love getting lost in it. 🤍 I can’t believe we are nearing the end. I will miss you Auckland.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Eiza Gonzalez stays in shape and the photos that prove they work—and to get beach-ready yourself, don't miss these essential 30 Best-Ever Celebrity Bathing Suit Photos!


1. She’s Comfortable

Gonzalez opened up about her wellness routine in an interview with Shape. She says that she is a lot more comfortable in her body, and that the pandemic helped her reach this place. "I'm getting to that age where I feel confident,” Gonzalez says. “This girl I see in the mirror is who I am, and I've just got to love her. I don't want to judge her. I want to give my body this message consistently that I'm grateful for it so that it keeps itself healthy. Especially in the middle of a pandemic, we realize that our bodies are doing so much to keep us alive. We've got to be grateful to them.”

2. She Weight Trains

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Gonzalez makes sure to workout on a regular basis. She shared some of her favorite workouts in her Shape interview. She says that one thing she likes to do is weight train. “I feel so good when I exercise. I go between three workouts. I do a lot of weight lifting with high weight, low reps — that's something that this Latina butt needs to get toned.”

3. She Does Pilates

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Gonzalez tells Shape that she also likes to do Pilates to keep herself in shape. “I swear by Pilates, and I die by Pilates,” she said. “It works out muscles that I don't work out ever. Like this little one under my boob, between my fourth and sixth left ribs.” The Cleveland Clinic states that Pilates has a lot of benefits. “Pilates is a form of strength training, but it doesn’t look like some of the other strength training exercises you might be familiar with. Pilates focuses more on improving muscle tone than building muscles, but the result is similar: greater stability and endurance.”

4. She Takes Care Of Her Skin

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Gonzalez has amazing skin, and she does a lot of things to keep it healthy. She shared some of her tips in her Shape interview. "When I come home from the day, I clean my face with Éminence Organic Skin Care, an all-natural product. Then I steam my face with this portable Dr. Dennis Gross steamer so my pores get cleaned. When I start breaking out, I use these wipes with salicylic acid that my facialist Vanessa Hernandez makes, VH Method Peel. That's what I do. And I'm diligent about my facials, but I don't do more."

5. She Stays Hydrated

In an interview, Gonzalez said that she makes sure to stay hydrated. "I have to drink water all day, every day! Water has become such a basic life need for me because I travel so much and that dehydrates you a lot. From the change of weather to the plane, everything can be so harsh on you.” The CDC states that drinking water is important. “Getting enough water every day is important for your health. Drinking water can prevent dehydration, a condition that can cause unclear thinking, result in mood change, cause your body to overheat, and lead to constipation and kidney stones. Water has no calories, so it can also help with managing body weight and reducing calorie intake when substituted for drinks with calories, such as sweet tea or regular soda.”

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Natalie Zea in Bathing Suit Shares Photos Poolside

Find out the “La Brea” star’s secrets.

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Natalie Zea is currently starring as the lead in NBC’s new fantasy-drama, La Brea. She’s also starred in Damages and The Detour. Zea is also a former model—and you can tell by the photos the actress, 46, posted on Instagram this weekend. Read on to see 5 ways Natalie Zea stays in shape and the photos that prove they work—and to get beach-ready yourself, don't miss these essential 30 Best-Ever Celebrity Bathing Suit Photos!


1. She Gets Plenty of Fresh Air

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One look at Zea’s Instagram, and you’ll see that she loves to go outside and get fresh air. Zea especially loves going to the beach. Zea posted this photo of her wading in a pond in Maui, captioning it, “Goodbye lover.”

2. She Surfs

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In a recent beach vacation with a friend, Zea revealed that she is a surfer. Zea posted a photo on Instagram of her and a friend carrying their boards. She captioned the photo, “Your mom went on vacation. And she’s gonna clog your feed with paradise all week.”

3. She Dances

For her show The Detour, Zea had to do a lot of dancing. And she worked hard to get her steps right. Zea posted a photo on Instagram of her in the studio. She captioned the photo, “Dance Rehearsal #1.”

4. She Runs

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To prepare for shooting La Brea, Zea had to get in shape. Her go-to fitness trick was doing a lot of running. She told the DailyMail, “I made sure to get as good a shape as I could before I left for the shoot, knowing I would have to run a lot. I did a lot of running, I mean a lot! I had to be in great shape.”

5. She Swims and Snorkels

Zea loves going to the beach, and she loves swimming and even snorkeling. For New Year’s in 2018, Zea posted a photo of her in a snorkeling mask. She captioned it, “Hello 2018. I love you.” Zea posted another photo of her swimming with an inflatable flamingo, captioning it, “I’m dead inside.”

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Heydy González is not afraid of the spotlight. Especially if she’s wearing a swimsuit. González posted a new swimsuit photo on Instagram this week. In it, she posed poolside in a floral print, cap-sleeved, ruffled bikini, with different straps. González’ impressive abs were on full display. "Bella," said one fan. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Heydy González stays in shape and the photos that prove they work—and to get beach-ready yourself, don't miss these essential 30 Best-Ever Celebrity Bathing Suit Photos!


1. She Swims

González has a lot of photos of herself by the water or at the beach. Naturally, she loves to go swimming as a way to stay in shape. She posted this photo on Instagram of herself in the pool. She captioned it, “Every day has something special and things with a smile go better...!”

2. She Dances

González loves to learn choreography. She has posted several dance videos of herself on Instagram and TikTok. She was featured in this dance video on Eddy Borges’ Instagram. Borges also posted this reel of himself and González doing a dance challenge.

3. She Has A Supportive Mother

In an interview with The Havana Times, González described her relationship with her mother. She says that her mother has always been very supportive and close to her. “She has been very close to me the entire time, she has never let go even for a second,” González says. “She is still by my side supporting every decision and every step I take. I am forever grateful to her."

4. She Takes Risks

González likes to take risks. She posted this video on Instagram of herself rock climbing on a wire. She captioned the video, “The world is in the hands of those who have the courage to dream and take the risk to live their dreams!! If you like what you're feeling, it's worth the risk..! May today be a happy and fun day friends!!”

5. She Rides Jetskis

Another water activity González likes to do is ride jet skis. She posted this photo on Instagram of herself and her partner riding a jet ski together. She captioned the photo, “There are moments that should last forever..!! Be happy today, because Joy is like the Sun... It enlightens those who possess it and revives those who receive its rays...!”

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Mariana Echeverría just finished up a vacation in Thailand. Before she travels to Bali, she made sure to post some highlights on Instagram. In one set of photos, Echeverría and her husband are seen enjoying a boat ride. She wore a black bathing suit and a blue patterned cover-up. She captioned the other photoset, “Next stop Bali.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Mariana Echeverría stays in shape and the photos that prove they work—and to get beach-ready yourself, don't miss these essential 30 Best-Ever Celebrity Bathing Suit Photos!


1. She Swims

Echeverría loves spending time outside. In particular, she loves to go to the beach. One thing Echeverría likes to do to stay in shape is go swimming. She has a lot of photos on Instagram of herself spending time in the water. Echeverría posted this photo of herself snorkeling in Cozumel. She captioned it, “Don’t worry. Beach happy.”

2. She Kayaks

Echeverría doesn’t just like to swim when she goes to the beach. She also enjoys kayaking. She went kayaking while on a trip to Bacalar. Echeverría posted this photo on Instagram of her adventure. She captioned it, “Travel is to add life to life.”

3. She Skis

Echeverría doesn’t just go outside when it’s warm out, and she doesn’t just spend all her time at the beach. She sometimes likes to do physical activities in the snow. Echeverría is an avid skier. She went on a trip to Mont-Tremblant and posted highlights on Instagram. She shared this photo of herself on the slopes, captioning it, “And if we make it a doll.”

4. She Puts Herself First

Echeverría is a mom, and she wants to inspire other moms on Instagram. She gives advice for surviving parenthood in her Instagram captions. One thing she advised was to always put yourself first. She captioned these photos, “Do you want to be a good mom? Take care of yourself: run, cry, smile, kiss, go to the spa, go out with your friends, take a long nap, DO ANYTHING TO RENEW YOURSELF, your family needs you well and happy.”

5. She Focuses On Herself

Echeverría doesn’t like to compare her experiences to others’. Especially when it comes to parenting. She talked about it in the caption of this Instagram post, writing, “If you feel like going crazy. You are right! What works for one baby may not work for another. Your baby needs love and care. And you too! To err is human. No motherhood is free of contradictions. When you think you're not doing enough. Do less. Chaos also has its charm. Prioritize and simplify. AND LIVE THE EXPERIENCE BECAUSE IT IS UNIQUE.”

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Luisa Castro has an Instagram full of revealing modeling photos. She and her friend, actress Bella Thorne, are on vacation in Greece. Castro posted a new set of photos of the two of them this week. In them, they enjoyed a day on a boat in Mykonos. Castro wore a black bathing suit, showing off her figure. She captioned the post, “Two queens in Greece.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Luisa Castro stays in shape and the photos that prove they work—and to get beach-ready yourself, don't miss these essential 30 Best-Ever Celebrity Bathing Suit Photos!


1. She Goes Outside

Castro spends a lot of time outside. She posts a lot of photos on Instagram of herself outside in different places. Castro posted these photos of herself going for a night walk by the stones. She captioned it, “Mode: night.” Castro also posted these photos of herself using a swing on the beach and wading in the ocean. She captioned it, “Week. (I missed them).”

2. She Swims

Castro does a lot of different things to stay in shape. She does a lot of outdoor activities. She also does a lot of exercises for her Instagram modeling shots. Castro likes to go swimming. She shared these photos of herself using a float in the pool. She captioned it, “Hola.” Castro also posted these photos of herself in an outdoor pool in Colombia.

3. She’s All About Self-Care

Castro has a busy schedule. But she always makes time for herself. Castro is all about relaxation and self-care. One thing she likes to do is take bubble baths. Castro posted this photo on Instagram of herself in a bath at a hotel. She captioned it, “#tbt.”

4. She Loves Motocross

Castro loves motocross. She shares a lot of photos on Instagram of herself riding a motorbike. Castro posted these photos of herself riding on a track. She captioned it, “I think I’m loving this. Which was your favorite?” Castro also posted these photos of herself riding on a road.

5. She Loves Pineapple

Castro makes sure to eat healthy. One thing she enjoys is pineapple. She shared these photos on Instagram of herself enjoying pineapple on a beach in Colombia. The Cleveland Clinic reports that there are a lot of benefits to pineapple. “ You’ll get about one-third of your recommended daily amount of vitamin C, which aids in tissue growth and repair. Vitamin C helps boost your immune system and may also help fight cancer, heart disease and arthritis.”

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Alice De Bortoli Swears By These 5 Habits

From skincare routines to cooking with her grandmother, learn how this Instagram influencer stays healthy and fit.

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Alice De Bortoli doesn’t just light up Instagram with her stunning fashion and effortless style—she also shares the secrets behind her enviable beach-ready physique. The Italian influencer keeps her followers in the loop when it comes to fitness, beauty, and wellness, proving that looking and feeling great is all about consistency. From skincare rituals to core-sculpting workouts, De Bortoli’s daily habits make it clear that staying in shape is about more than just hitting the gym. Whether she’s cooking up homemade meals, breaking a sweat, or showing off a fresh new look, she’s all about feeling her best from the inside out. Here are five of her go-to habits for maintaining a strong, confident, and glowing presence all year long.

She Takes Care Of Her Skin

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De Bortoli has impressive skin. Naturally, she takes care of it on a regular basis. De Bortoli shared this video on Instagram sharing her skincare routine. She captioned it, “The secret to perfect skin? Here is my step by step routine! ✨💦🎀 What product can you absolutely not live without?”

She Changed Her Hair Color

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De Bortoli recently changed her hair color. She explained why in the caption of this Instagram post. “The good thing about this color is that it does not require frequent touch-ups and it easily adapts to natural hair growth, it is versatile and can enhance any body and face shape 🧡for those who are tired of blonde or brown, bronde is the solution to change harmony without distortion 🤍for those who have a fair complexion, the most golden tone is recommended 🤎 for the dark complexion, on the other hand, more ash brown ❤️ 🔥what can I say... For me the bronde conquered, and what do you think?”

She Cooks

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De Bortoli likes to cook, and she was taught to do so by her grandmother. She shared this video on Instagram of herself and her grandmother cooking together. De Bortoli captioned it, “Grandparents are wealth in society, my grandmother loves to cook and do it with her since I was a child. She has always inspired my creativity, patience, discipline and order but above all traditions, history, and the concreteness of nature's gifts. The greatest teaching my grandparents passed on to me is respect for people, the environment, animals and the kitchen... Today together we made Carnival Frittelle, an easy, quick dessert that adults and kids love. The ingredients are few and simple (but of high quality) and, trust me, the result is guaranteed: nice round but above all soft and tasty.”

She Works Her Abs

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De Bortoli shared this video of herself working out on Instagram. In it, she is seen doing core exercises like sit-ups. Core exercises are extremely important. The Mayo Clinic says, “Strong core muscles make it easier to do many activities. When your core muscles are strong, it's easier to swing a golf club, get a glass from the top shelf and bend down to tie your shoes. Strong core muscles help athletes, such as runners. That's because weak core muscles can lead to more fatigue, less endurance and injuries.”

She Works Out With Others

Alice De Bortoli works out with a friend

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In the previous Instagram video, De Bortoli is seen working out with a friend. Better Health says that this has a lot of benefits. “You’re less likely to get bored when you have a workout buddy, especially a friend. While you’re catching up, having a laugh, encouraging each other, you’re also getting healthier. It’s a win-win. Chatting to a friend during exercise and breaks can help time pass quickly too. You’ll have more options as well, such as a game of tennis or squash.”

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Kristin Cavallari is a reality TV and fashion icon. Since she debuted on Laguna Beach, people have clamoured for her fashion and beauty secrets. Cavallari recently shared her eye makeup secrets on Instagram, after several people asked for them. She captioned the post, “This is for the girlies in my DMs asking about this eye every time I do it. Sorry the lighting is awful. I also don’t know why the audio isn’t in sync for half of it 🫣 but here ya go 💗”

She's Less Strict With Her Diet

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Cavallari has written several cookbooks, and they have changed as her diet has changed. While promoting her book, Truly Simple with EatingWell, she revealed that her diet is less strict. “I've gotten to a point in my life where not everything has to be so perfect anymore,” Cavallari said. “I used to be so strict about what I was putting in my body. I'm still very healthy and very conscious of it, but I've gotten a little bit more lax. True Roots and True Comfort had nothing ‘white’ in them: no white flour, no white sugar, no white salt. But in Truly Simple, I bend a little bit in a few of the recipes, which really reflects where I am in my life and my new way of eating. Everything is a little bit more relaxed around here now.’

She Loves Cauliflower

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Cavallari tells EatingWell that she loves making foods with cauliflower. “I love cauliflower because I think it's very versatile, and there's actually a Sweet Harissa Cauliflower recipe in Truly Simple that's my absolute favorite cauliflower recipe on the planet. If you've ever been to True Food Kitchen, their cauliflower was the inspiration behind it. There's this sweet harissa dressing that's on it, and there's little chopped-up dates in it, so it has that nice balance between sweet and savory. It's the absolute best.”

She Loves Salad

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Cavallari likes to make salads. She shared one of her favorite recipes with EatingWell. “This salad has a few of my favorite things: salmon (which has omega-3s and is so, so good for you), bacon (no explanation needed), avocado (healthy fats), and spicy tomatillo ranch dressing (just yum). Together, they create culinary heaven. If you aren't familiar with tomatillos, they're similar to tomatoes but are slightly less sweet and are perfect when drenched in ranch.”

She Works With A Trainer

Cavallari tells Us Weekly that a lot of her gym sessions are with her personal trainer. “He kicks my ass,” she says. “He pushes me really hard. He has me actually lifting really heavy weight, the heaviest weight I’ve ever lifted in my entire life. I feel the best I ever have. I feel like I’m the strongest I’ve ever been.”

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Cavallari shared some of her wellness secrets in an interview with Us Weekly. She says that consistency is one of her biggest priorities. “My goal is sort of, right now, just to maintain the muscle that I have,” she says. “I’m really petite. I have no hips. I’m just small. And so if I don’t work out for like a week or two, I feel like all my muscle goes away. So it is about consistency for me.”

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Rebeca Andrade is an Olympic gymnast. She is the most decorated Olympic athlete from Brazil, having won two gold medals, three silvers, and a bronze. Andrade recently shared some highlights of her native Brazil on Instagram. In some of them, she posed in a swimsuit while wading. Andrade captioned the post, “SC-&-RS🏕️🌅❤️ Being free is a paradox. It's committing to the life you want, without running away from the work that it entails. It's building freedom every day, with conscious choices and, mainly, with the acceptance that freedom is not the absence of limits, but the autonomy to know which ones are worth it and which ones are not. Being free is being willing to carry the weight of your own life and still find it funny.”

She Swims

In her Instagram post, Andrade is seen swimming. The Cleveland Clinic says that swimming has a lot of benefits. “Swimming takes much less of a toll on your body than, say, running or riding a bike. That’s because exercising in water lessens the impact of your body weight on your joints.”

She Does Gymnastics

Gymnastics is the main way Andrade stays in shape. British Gymnastics states that the sport has a lot of benefits. “When you take part in gymnastics, or any sport for that matter, your body releases chemicals called endorphins. These also help to trigger a positive feeling in the body which can have a positive impact on your happiness and mental wellbeing. This can help to combat feelings of anxiety and depression.”

She Prioritizes Safety

Andrade talked about her training approach in an interview with the Olympics website. She says that she and her coach prioritize her safety, and that she will skip floor sessions if she isn’t able to do it. "I talk a lot with my coach and we trust in each other. We always try to be really safe, and do floor in the correct moments. He believes in me. I'm never going to lie to not do it. So, when I really tell him that I can't do it, it's because I cannot and he always respects that.”

She Sets Goals

In her Olympics website interview, Andrade talked about her commitment and goal setting. Specifically, she talked about her goal to make the Olympic team. “The other [goal], which is the main one, is for us to qualify as a team,” Andrade said. “I think it will be very important for me, for my team, and the focus is on that, whatever happens there, the result is a consequence of our work, of our commitment. But I really want to be there with my team and be happy and healthy.”

She Cooks

Andrade makes sure to eat healthy. She also likes to cook a lot of her own meals. She shared some of her favorite things to make in an interview with NPR. “There was one that was with potatoes and cheese, chicken. There’s cake. There’s cookies. A lot of things.”