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Music / Acting / Entrepreneur

Selena Gomez

Singer, actress, Rare Beauty founder, and host of "Selena + Chef." From Texas comfort food to learning world cuisines on camera.

25+
Restaurant Visits
4
Seasons of Selena + Chef
Texas
Roots

What does Selena Gomez like to eat?

Selena Gomez loves Tex-Mex comfort food from her Texas upbringing, including her mom's traditional Mexican recipes. She's admitted to loving pickles, hot Cheetos, and sushi. Through her HBO Max show "Selena + Chef," she's explored cuisines from around the world while being refreshingly honest about being a beginner cook.

Selena + Chef: Learning to Cook on Camera

During the pandemic, Selena launched "Selena + Chef" on HBO Max, where celebrity chefs teach her to cook via video call. Now in its fourth season, the show has featured chefs like Gordon Ramsay, Ludo Lefebvre, and Roy Choi. Selena's genuine reactions and kitchen mishaps have made it a fan favorite.

Tier A: Primary Source

Favorite Foods

Tex-Mex Comfort Food

Growing up in Grand Prairie, Texas, Selena developed a love for Mexican-American cuisine. Her mom's cooking remains her favorite.

Tier A

Pickles

Selena has mentioned multiple times that she loves pickles and can eat them as a snack any time.

Tier A

Hot Cheetos

A guilty pleasure she's admitted to loving. Hot Cheetos are a frequent mention in interviews.

Tier A

Sushi

Selena enjoys sushi and has been spotted at various sushi restaurants in LA and NYC.

Tier B

Verified Restaurant Visits

Cooking Journey

On "Selena + Chef," Selena has learned to cook dishes from around the world:

French Cuisine

Learned techniques from Ludo Lefebvre including French omelettes and sauces.

Korean Food

Roy Choi taught her Korean-Mexican fusion, connecting to LA's food culture.

Italian Pasta

Made fresh pasta and Italian classics with various Italian chefs.

Baking

Tackled desserts and baking projects with varying degrees of success.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Selena Gomez's favorite food?
Selena loves Tex-Mex comfort food from her Texas roots, especially her mom's traditional Mexican cooking. She's also mentioned loving pickles, hot Cheetos, and sushi.
Does Selena Gomez cook?
Yes! She hosts "Selena + Chef" on HBO Max where celebrity chefs teach her to cook. The show started during the pandemic and has been renewed for multiple seasons. She's honest about being a beginner cook.
Where does Selena Gomez eat in Los Angeles?
Selena has been spotted at Craig's in West Hollywood, Nobu Malibu, Gracias Madre, and various casual spots around LA.