Oscar-nominated actress Stephanie Hsu’s dance card has been full. She captivated us all in her breakout films "Joy Ride" and "Everything Everywhere All at Once," along with roles in the Emmy-Winning “Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” and “Poker Face.” Next year, she’ll appear alongside Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt in "The Fall Guy." Even with a busy calendar, Stephanie finds time to dream of coastal farms and appreciate the little things. For her, a good gift must bring the recipient a sense of delight, something she feels deeply for her 1 in 100 pick (a seed starter kit).

Can you tell us a bit about your gift pick and why you chose it?

The seed starter gift is perhaps the most “me” gift I could ever give or receive! I am a self-proclaimed seed witch, meaning I like to plant seeds both literally and metaphorically. Whether that means scheming, connecting people, planting ideas or calendula, I love offering the beginnings of possibilities and watching and helping them grow.

What are the roots of this seed mastery?

I worked on a farm in college, and one of my favorite things about my time there, was that we always had something to give, to gift. Because the land was treated with such care, the food was abundant, and we always had plenty to share with anyone who came through. All from the power of a seed! Or many!

So, who would you gift this to?

Anyone and everyone!

What would be your dream gift if there were no limitations?

I would love to give universal, free, top-tier education to all… and I would love to receive a farm, preferably in a coastal location. Call me.

“I like to plant seeds both literally and metaphorically.”

With the year coming to a close, do you have a favorite memory of 2023? And anything you hope to do in the New Year?

I shook real-life hands with Jay-Z and Beyoncé the night of the Oscars and I haven’t been the same since. Next year, I hope to continue to move through this wild ride I’m on with gentleness and curiosity. I hope to spend more time with loved ones. And also become a roller skater.

What sparked your interest in community gardening?

“Food sharing is the most basic form of human reciprocity.” I’ve always loved this philosophy and I’ve always loved the people who are brought together to break bread, especially when it is home grown. There is so much nourishment in every step of gardening, from seed of the idea, to the labor, to the people you can care for and feed with your harvest. Even if it is just one tomato.

What are your top 3 considerations when gift-giving?

• Will this person actually use this or will it go to waste
• will this bring someone delight
• is this a business I feel excited to support

One more, what was your last Google search?

Flights.google.com/EVERYWHERE