“I think when you’re with someone that’s chubbier and less attractive, you just feel hotter.

She spoke withPage Sixduring the event, detailing her preferences for casual first-date sites.

“I like Cracker Barrel, Cheesecake Factory, Olive Garden, and Red Lobster, and Outback.

Hoda Kotb during a speaking engagement

Do not diss any of those.

“Life is beautiful.

Try things, go out, get out of your house and your apartment.

Hoda Kotb at an event

I feel like life is meant to be experienced, and [you should] step out into it.

I love it,” she gushed toEntertainment Tonight.

Hoda Kotb at an event