I’ve long praised Ina Garten for her fabulous cooking style and collection of recipes, and I suspect I will be doing that for a long time to come. Ina’s show and books are always great. Her fifth book, Barefoot Contessa at Home, is wonderful.

I received this book as a gift for a very special occasion. This book focuses on simple yet delicious meals made for your family and friends at home. One reason I enjoy cooking myself is to make great meals that will make people happy. There are several recipes in this book you …read more

For fans of Ina Garten and her show, Barefoot Contessa on Food Network, having a collection of favorite recipes in one book is a real treat. While all of Ina’s books are great, her Barefoot in Paris book is filled with wonderful, French-inspired recipes. The thing that I loved about these recipes is that they truly are easy for the everyday cook. You don’t need to be a whiz in French cooking to pull them off.

There are recipes for every course of a meal, along with generous photos and even a story or two from Ina on …read more