What was your favorite movie as a kid? “Gone with the Wind. I am, and always have been, a romantic and an independent woman. And Lassie Come Home. I love dogs.”
What’s your favorite coffee beverage? “My current favorite coffee is hazelnut beans with half-and-half. I warm and froth the half-and-half, then sprinkle a little nutmeg on top.”
What is always in your carry-on when you fly? “My jewelry.”
What job would you be terrible at? “I would be a terrible operator. I never answer my phone unless I know who is calling.”
What do you serve at your dinner parties? “Red and white wine. A starter, a main course and always two desserts, a healthy choice like fruit and something decadent, usually chocolate, and coffee. And I put fresh flowers and candles on the table.”