Jessica Seinfeld
Jessica Seinfeld[edit | edit source]
- Jessica Seinfeld (born Jessica Sklar on September 12, 1971) is an American author, philanthropist, and the wife of comedian Jerry Seinfeld. She is best known for her work as a cookbook author and her dedication to various charitable causes, particularly those focused on children's welfare.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
- Jessica Seinfeld was born Jessica Sklar in Oyster Bay, New York, to a Jewish family. She attended the University of Vermont, where she studied communications and graduated in 1993.
Career[edit | edit source]
- Jessica Seinfeld is the author of several cookbooks, which focus on incorporating healthy ingredients into family-friendly recipes. Her first book, "Deceptively Delicious: Simple Secrets to Get Your Kids Eating Good Food," was published in 2007 and became a New York Times bestseller. The book features recipes that incorporate pureed vegetables and fruits into everyday dishes to help parents provide healthier meals for their children.
- Following the success of her first book, Jessica has written several other cookbooks, including:
- "Double Delicious! Good, Simple Food for Busy, Complicated Lives" (2010)
- "The Can't Cook Book: Recipes for the Absolutely Terrified!" (2013)
- "Food Swings: 125+ Recipes to Enjoy Your Life of Virtue & Vice" (2017)
- In addition to her work as a cookbook author, Jessica has made numerous television appearances to promote her books and share her cooking tips, including guest spots on "The Oprah Winfrey Show," "Good Morning America," and "The Today Show."
Philanthropy[edit | edit source]
- Jessica Seinfeld is the founder and president of the GOOD+ Foundation (formerly known as Baby Buggy), a nonprofit organization that provides essential items, such as clothing, diapers, and strollers, to families in need. Established in 2001, the GOOD+ Foundation has partnered with over 100 community-based organizations across the United States to distribute donated items to low-income families.
- Jessica is also an advocate for various other charitable causes, including education, children's welfare, and health-related issues.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
- Jessica Seinfeld married comedian Jerry Seinfeld in 1999. The couple has three children: Sascha, Julian, and Shepherd. They currently reside in New York City and the Hamptons.
Bibliography[edit | edit source]
- Seinfeld, J. (2007). Deceptively Delicious: Simple Secrets to Get Your Kids Eating Good Food. HarperCollins.
- Seinfeld, J. (2010). Double Delicious! Good, Simple Food for Busy, Complicated Lives. HarperCollins.
- Seinfeld, J. (2013). The Can't Cook Book: Recipes for the Absolutely Terrified!. Atria Books.
- Seinfeld, J. (2017). Food Swings: 125+ Recipes to Enjoy Your Life of Virtue & Vice. Ballantine Books.
See also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- Jessica Seinfeld. (n.d.). In Contemporary Authors Online. Retrieved from http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/H1000197930/BIC?u=mlin_n_umass&sid=BIC&xid=4e4ca7d4
- Seinfeld, J. (2007
- ). Deceptively Delicious: Simple Secrets to Get Your Kids Eating Good Food. HarperCollins.
- 3. Seinfeld, J. (2010). Double Delicious! Good, Simple Food for Busy, Complicated Lives. HarperCollins.
- Seinfeld, J. (2013). The Can't Cook Book: Recipes for the Absolutely Terrified!. Atria Books.
- Seinfeld, J. (2017). Food Swings: 125+ Recipes to Enjoy Your Life of Virtue & Vice. Ballantine Books.
- GOOD+ Foundation. (n.d.). Our Story. Retrieved from https://goodplusfoundation.org/our-story/
External Links[edit | edit source]
- Official Website of Jessica Seinfeld - Information about Jessica Seinfeld's cookbooks, recipes, and philanthropic work
- GOOD+ Foundation Official Website - Information about the organization, its mission, and how to get involved
Summary[edit | edit source]
Jessica Seinfeld, born Nina Danielle Sklar; September 12, 1971) is an American author and philanthropist. She has released four cookbooks about preparing food for families, and is the founder of the GOOD+ Foundation (formerly Baby Buggy), a New York City-based charitable organization that provides essential items for families in need throughout New York City. She is married to comedian Jerry Seinfeld.
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