Cristina Pardo debuts 'La Mesa' on Antena 3 with mix of nerves and hope

Cristina Pardo, a familiar face at Atresmedia for two decades, is preparing to launch 'La Mesa', her new prime-time program on Antena 3, after years leading 'Más Vale Tarde' on laSexta. In her first public comments, she admitted to feeling both excitement and nerves: "Estoy con ilusión, a la expectativa, pero algo de nervios tengo" Source: El Confidencial. She hopes the show will be entertaining yet rigorous, adding, "que el rigor no se confunda con el rigor mortis" Source: La Vanguardia.

Format and expectations

Antena 3 describes 'La Mesa' as neither a typical political talk show nor a series of interviews, but a live space with its own identity, combining information and entertainment Source: La Vanguardia. The program will air after 'El Hormiguero', with Thursday as the most likely slot, though Wednesday is not ruled out Source: El Confidencial. Pardo acknowledged the challenge of starting a new format: "Normalmente arrancar el programa es un incordio, porque hay una mezcla de ilusión y dificultades" Source: El Confidencial.

Personal routine

Beyond the professional news, Pardo shared details of her daily habits. At 49, she maintains a strict morning routine: "Me levanto a las 6 de la mañana y desayuno dos cafés y una tostada con aceite picante" Source: El Español. She prefers savory breakfasts and practices boxing at home as her only sport Source: El Español. These personal insights paint a picture of a disciplined and energetic presenter ready for her new challenge.