Jennifer Garner: "Preparing food for others is simply a wonderful way to be there for them"

Jennifer Garner, known for her roles in "Pearl Harbor" and the Golden Globe-winning series "Alias," now takes on the lead in "The Five-Star Weekend." In the series, she portrays a chef and food blogger whose online videos achieve significant success.

Garner's own passion for cooking began in childhood, with her mother's meals being a constant presence. As a child, she helped bake cookies and make pancakes, and even dreamed of starting her own ice cream business. She recalls making grilled cheese sandwiches for friends in high school, noting that preparing food for others is a wonderful way to be there for them and encourage conversation.

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Preparing food for other people is just a wonderful way to be there for them and to get them talking.

This love for sharing food led her to social media in 2017, coinciding with her co-founding of Once Upon a Farm, a company specializing in organic baby food that also serves families in need. Initially hesitant about social media, Garner found herself drawn to cooking shows, particularly Ina Garten's "Barefoot Contessa." She began imitating the show's concept with a humorous touch.

While Garner enjoys hosting, she prefers casual gatherings over formal dinner parties. She cherishes a nearly 30-year tradition of hosting a close family friend every Sunday evening for an informal meal, often preparing pizzas or chicken. These gatherings, centered around the kitchen island on the terrace, are simple yet deeply loved.

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For formal dinner parties, I might not be the ideal cook.