Why 'Sex and the City' Stars Were Seriously Jealous of 'The Sopranos' - It Wasn't the Ratings!
For years, Sex and the City and The Sopranos were considered titans of television, each dominating their respective genres. While seemingly worlds apart – one a glamorous exploration of single life in New York City, the other a gritty mob drama set in New Jersey – the shows shared a surprising connection: they both filmed on the same soundstage in Queens, New York.
But the shared location wasn't the only thing linking these iconic series. As Kristin Davis recently revealed on her podcast, there was a deeper, more delicious reason for envy amongst the Sex and the City cast: the meatballs. Yes, you read that right. The cast of The Sopranos were renowned for their incredible, authentic Italian food, a perk generously shared with those working on the set.
“It was just… amazing,” Davis gushed about the food provided during The Sopranos filming. “The food was so good. They had a real Italian chef, and the meatballs were just… phenomenal. We didn't have that on Sex and the City.”
Davis explained that while Sex and the City had catering, it simply couldn't compare to the home-style, Italian feasts enjoyed by the Sopranos crew. “We had catering, of course, but it wasn’t, like, a real Italian chef making meatballs,” she lamented. “It was just… not the same.”
This revelation provides a charming glimpse behind the scenes of two of television's most beloved shows. It highlights the subtle differences in production styles and the unexpected ways that cast members bonded (or, in this case, envied each other) over shared experiences.
The contrast is particularly striking given the shows' very different tones. The Sopranos, with its focus on family, tradition, and the comforts of home, naturally incorporated authentic Italian cuisine into its narrative. Sex and the City, while celebrating indulgence, leaned towards trendy restaurants and designer cocktails, reflecting the characters’ sophisticated, urban lifestyle.
Ultimately, Kristin Davis’s story is a lighthearted reminder that even amidst the glamour and success of Hollywood, the simple pleasures – like a perfectly made meatball – can spark envy and create lasting memories. It's a testament to the power of food to connect people and add a touch of warmth to even the most high-pressure environments.
