Gina Rodriguez turns heads with the help of Lebanon’s finest

US actress Gina Rodriguez starred in ‘Jane the Virgin’ and Netflix’s ‘Someone Great.’ (Getty)
Updated 19 November 2019
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Gina Rodriguez turns heads with the help of Lebanon’s finest

  • The “Jane the Virgin” star, who is of Puerto Rican descent, cut a sleek figure in a black, off-the-shoulder Ingie Paris jumpsuit
  • Last week, Kerry Washington made an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live wearing a printed, sleeveless Ingie Paris jumpsuit

DUBAI: US actress Gina Rodriguez attended the Eva Longoria Foundation Gala at the Four Seasons in Beverly Hills on this week and opted to wear a Parisian label founded by a French-Lebanese designer for the star-studded event.

The “Jane the Virgin” star, who is of Puerto Rican descent, cut a sleek figure in a black, off-the-shoulder Ingie Paris jumpsuit. The ensemble featured sparkling details across the top and the designer’s signature waist-cinching silhouette that further emphasized the 35-year-old’s figure.

Ingie Paris, the luxury womenswear brand founded by CEO and Managing Director of the Etoile Group Ingie Chalhoub, has proven to be a celebrity favorite since launching in 2009. Just last week, Kerry Washington made an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live wearing a printed, sleeveless Ingie Paris jumpsuit.




Gina Rodriguez showed off a jumpsuit by Ingie Paris. (Instagram)

Other A-listers who have donned the label include Kendall Jenner, who recently turned heads wearing a pink, ruffled silk-taffeta dress with a feathered trim from Ingie Paris’s Spring 2019 collection.

Meanwhile, catwalk model Yasmin Wjnaldum, “Riverdale” actress Madelaine Petsch and “Friends” star Lisa Kudrow have all been pictured sporting the brand’s range of cocktail dresses, daywear separates and accessories.

 The look comes just days after Rodriguez demanded a double take wearing another Lebanese label. At the 2019 Baby2Baby Gala, the actress stepped out on the red carpet wearing an intricately embroidered, baby blue design from Ras Baalbek-born couturier Zuhair Murad.




The baby blue design was from Ras Baalbek-born couturier Zuhair Murad. (Getty)

Also present at Longoria’s annual gala was “Ugly Betty” star America Ferrera and rising child actress Ariana Greenblatt, who posted a group photo with the actresses on Instagram writing: “Thank you @evalongoria for a great night and for all the inspiring work the @evalongoriafoundation does for Latina women (sic).”

Longoria also uploaded a picture of herself with Rodriguez on the social media platform and captioned it: “Latinas Unite! @evalongoriafoundation Thank you @hereisgina you for your constant support to help these young Latinas reach their full potential!”

Actors Mario Lopez, Terry Crews and “That 70s Show” star Wilmer Valderrama were also among the guests at the celebrity-filled bash.

Founded by the Hollywood star in 2012, The Eva Longoria Foundation aims to empower the Latina community through a number of mentorships, college scholarships, after-school programs and entrepreneurships.

In 2018, Rodriguez, alongside Zoe Saldana, was recognized for being an activist and role model in the Latina community by The Eva Longoria Foundation. 


Ramadan recipes: a taste of southern Italy with Linguine alla Nerano

Updated 04 March 2026
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Ramadan recipes: a taste of southern Italy with Linguine alla Nerano

DUBAI: Chef Francesco Cortorillo, head chef at Dubai’s Scalini, shares a signature interpretation of the iconic southern Italian dish Linguine alla Nerano, celebrating the seasonality of zucchini and the subtle, elegant flavors of Provolone del Monaco DOP.

“Linguine alla Nerano is a dish that captures the elegance of Italian simplicity. When prepared with care, it delivers extraordinary depth from just a handful of ingredients,” he said.

Ingredients (serves 4) 


400g linguine.

700g zucchini.

120g Provolone del Monaco DOP.

40g Parmigiano Reggiano, finely grated.

Extra virgin olive oil, as needed.

Fresh basil leaves.

Salt, freshly ground black pepper.

Method 

Prepare the zucchini

Wash the zucchini and slice thinly, about 2 to 3 millimeters thick.

Heat a generous amount of extra virgin olive oil in a wide pan and fry the zucchini in batches until golden and lightly crisp.

Remove and drain on paper towels. Season lightly with salt while still warm.

Once cooled, set aside with a few fresh basil leaves.

This resting time is essential, allowing the zucchini to release their aroma into the oil.

Cook the pasta

Bring a large pot of well-salted water to the boil. Cook the linguine until very al dente. Reserve plenty of the pasta cooking water before draining.

Build the sauce

In a large pan, gently warm a small amount of the zucchini frying oil, lightly crushed. Add the fried zucchini and a ladle of pasta water to create a light base. Add the linguine and finish cooking directly in the pan, stirring gently.

Cream the pasta

Remove the pan from the heat. Gradually add the Provolone del Monaco and Parmigiano Reggiano, stirring continuously. Add pasta water slowly until a smooth, creamy sauce forms.

The sauce should coat the pasta without becoming heavy or stringy. Finish with fresh basil and, if desired, a touch of black pepper.