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

Think you’ve got what it takes to be the “Next Food Network Star“? If you are good on camera, can cook like nobody’s business, and convey the appeal of your recipes to others, you might have a good shot. The network is currently taking applications for their 2010 season.

In the past, people with a high-level of cooking expertise from either culinary school or hands-on chef experience has competed. But this past winner a few weeks ago, Melissa D’Arabian, wasn’t a classically trained chef. She was an at-home cook with four kids who needed to get dinner …read more