After cooking every recipe in Ina Garten’s Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics, I’m sharing the dishes that stood out most, from Baked Shrimp Scampi and Roasted Potato Leek Soup to Turkey Roulade, Niman Ranch Burgers, and French Apple Tart. This cookbook review highlights beginner-friendly recipes that build real kitchen confidence.
My favorite recipes from Ina Garten’s Barefoot in Paris, from Herbed-Baked Eggs and Chicken with Morels to Beef Bourguignon, Cauliflower Gratin, and iconic French desserts. A practical guide to the best Barefoot Contessa French recipes to cook from Ina’s Paris-inspired cookbook.
Cooking through Ina Garten’s Barefoot Contessa Family Style? Here are the 10 best recipes to try first, from her famous Flag Cake to comforting Turkey Sausage Lasagna and Chicken Stew with Biscuits. I
After seven years away, I returned to Chicago ready to eat! From Pequod’s pan pizza and Daeji Dough Company’s brisket roll to Daisies’ beet agnolotti and Bayan Ko’s adobo wings, these are the dishes I loved most, plus a few favorite neighborhood spots and places still on my list for next time.
A guide to the best restaurants in Portland, Maine, including special-occasion dinners, lobster rolls, seafood, pizza, bakeries, cocktails, food shops, and casual neighborhood favorites. This list highlights pots in Portland and nearby Greater Portland, with favorite dishes, reservation tips, and practical notes for planning where to eat.
2025 was a quieter year at home- more routine, more cooking, and a deeper rhythm in the kitchen. From favorite dishes I made to recipes I developed and the cookbooks that inspired me most, this roundup captures what I cooked, loved, and learned along the way.
Elevate your holiday entertaining with this curated collection of Ina Garten’s finest main courses. From her iconic Sunday Rib Roast to elegant vegetarian options and pasta dishes, these 25+ recipes deliver the perfect centerpiece for your festive table.
If you need inspiration for your holiday cookie tin or Santa’s plate, this roundup features my all-time favorite Ina Garten cookie and candy recipes. From warm, spiced classics like Spicy Hermit Bars to no-bake English Chocolate Crisps, elegant chocolate bark, and plenty of buttery shortbread, these treats are festive, easy, and irresistible.