Ep 27. Actress Geena Davis on New Memoir + Rach's Tuscan-Style Feast
- October 18, 2022
Actress Geena Davis joins Rachael Ray on season 18 episode 27 to discuss her new memoir. The memoir, entitled "The Lonely Life," details her career and personal life. Davis talks to Rachael about the challenges she faced in Hollywood and how she overcame them. Ray and Davis then prepare a Tuscan-style feast together.
During the episode, Davis shares details from her new memoir, including her work on "Thelma & Louise" and "A League of Their Own." She discusses her experience working with Hollywood legends like Ridley Scott and Susan Sarandon. Davis also talks about how her involvement in teaching gender equity for children inspired her memoir.
Ray and Davis then move into the kitchen to prepare a Tuscan-style feast. They begin prepping the ingredients for a delicious Bruschetta. As they cook, they discuss the importance of healthy eating habits and living an eco-friendly lifestyle. They also share tips and tricks for making traditional Tuscan dishes.
After finishing the Bruschetta, Ray and Davis move on to the second course: a hearty Ribolitta soup. They chop and sauté vegetables and add them to the pot. Ray and Davis explain the history and tradition behind the soup and how it's become a comfort food in their families.
Finally, Ray and Davis whip up a dessert: a delicious Tiramisu. They layer coffee-soaked ladyfingers with a sweet mascarpone cheese filling. As they put together the dessert, they chat about Davis' philanthropy work with the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media.
The episode ends with Ray and Davis enjoying their meal together and reflecting on their shared love of food and entertainment. They talk about the importance of using their platforms to educate and empower people. Fans of Rachael Ray and Geena Davis won't want to miss this episode!