The pandemic had its moments, but few were able to find much humor there. Not so for Ali Wentworth. The comedienne mined her at-home experiences for her most recent book, Ali’s Well That Ends Well, a collection of essays that reminds us, among other things, that those dreadful months weren’t all sourdough starter and Clorox wipes. Those who can’t get enough of Wentworth’s humor and verve are best served by her podcast, Go Ask Ali, in which she interviews friends, family, and newsmakers for a more nuanced understanding of what’s going on in the world. Herewith, she shares her key components to the good life. —Ashley Baker
Airline: American. I have so many miles that my grandchildren will be using them.
Airport: Any one that is tiny, remote, and near water.
App: Instacart. I get cravings.
Bag: Ziploc.
Bedtime: I’m always in bed by eight. My husband gets up at 2:30.
Bike: A two-seater. I can barely ride a bike.
Birthday: Alone with a cake.
Boyfriend/girlfriend: Mariska Hargitay.
Breakfast, weekday: A smoothie.
Breakfast, weekend: Cinnamon rolls.
Car: A 1976 red convertible Karmann Ghia. I had one when I was young and wild and didn’t need a bra.
Cocktail: I’ve never liked alcohol. I love a citrus mocktail.
Cocktail appetizer: A huge cheese board.
