Ina-Garten

Ina Gardner is author of numerous popular American cooking books. Ina also hosts Barefoot Contessa on Food Network. It has been running since 2002. Ina Garten began her professional career at the White House where she wrote nuclear energy policies and budget reports. She initially adored the intellectual stimulation of the job, but quickly lost enthusiasm. Instead she bought Barefoot Contessa, a specialty store for food. Her store was extremely successful for 18 years before she decided to sell it. After that, she started the first book. The other cookbooks came out, as magazines too. In the meantime, her Food Network television show too was launched and quickly became an instant hit. In addition, she sells everything from equipment to cooking items and even containers. Ina has never attended any cooking academy and has never had any experience in a restaurant. Ina is completely self-taught. Ina is well-known as a cook who is simple and has her entertaining manner. Her most well-known recipes include Skillet-Roasted Lemon Chicken Beatty's Chocolate Cake Mac and Cheese Beef Bourguignon Balsamic-Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Lemon Bars.