“Selena Gomez’s Secret Recipe for Romance: How Benny Blanco Won Her Heart Through Her Stomach”
In a world where celebrity relationships often feel as manufactured as fast food, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco are serving up something refreshingly authentic – with a side of Mexican Pizza. The multi-hyphenate star, who has been consistently redefining what it means to be a modern renaissance woman, took to Instagram yesterday to celebrate her beau’s nomination for PEOPLE’s 2024 Sexiest Man Alive with a dash of humor and a heap of heart.
The culinary confession came as Gomez, radiant at 32, shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse of Blanco’s PEOPLE magazine spread, where the producer extraordinaire recreated his now-famous homemade version of her beloved Taco Bell Mexican Pizza. “Not only do you love me unconditionally… You always get me my Taco Bell Mexican Pizza,” the “Love On” songstress declared, her words dripping with both playfulness and profound appreciation.
But it’s not just about the fast food – though Blanco’s dedication to mastering the art of Taco Bell’s signature meat blend (a process he describes with endearing candor as “disgusting, but delicious”) speaks volumes about his devotion. The 36-year-old music virtuoso has elevated the concept of culinary romance to new heights, insisting that the secret ingredient in any relationship is the willingness to cater to your partner’s desires, quite literally.
“Even if you’re terrible at cooking, [your partner will] like it because you did it,” Blanco shared with PEOPLE, dispensing wisdom that feels both timeless and thoroughly modern. His commitment to authenticity – firmly declaring “lying is bad!” when jokingly suggesting the Postmates alternative – reveals the refreshing sincerity that has clearly captured Gomez’s heart.
The couple, who began their romance in 2023, have mastered the art of finding magic in the mundane. Their shared predilection for early mornings has become a sacred ritual, with Blanco describing these dawn hours as “our moment before the rest of the world wakes up.” It’s in these quiet interludes that their connection seems to flourish most profoundly, away from the glare of spotlight and scrutiny.
Gomez’s Instagram story featured another revelation, a quote that read like a love letter to their connection: “I still haven’t figured out how to sit across from you, and not be madly in love with everything you do.” In an industry where relationships often feel choreographed for public consumption, their romance radiates with an authenticity that can’t be manufactured – much like Blanco’s lovingly crafted Mexican Pizza.
As we await the revelation of PEOPLE’s 2024 Sexiest Man Alive, it’s clear that in Gomez’s eyes, Blanco has already claimed a far more coveted title – that of true partner, best friend, and dedicated culinary apprentice in the name of love.
