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Ina Garten

Ina Garten (b. 1948), known as the "Barefoot Contessa," is one of America’s foremost culinary celebrities and the author of several bestselling cookbooks. Her cooking shows on The Food NetworkBarefoot Contessa and Back to Basics — are among the network’s most watched. Ina also writes a column on entertaining for House Beautiful Magazine. She lives with her husband on Long Island.

Ina Garten
Find all of Ina Garten's bestselling cookbooks at Barnes & Noble. The famous American chef, known as the Barefoot Contessa, is also the host of her popular Food Network television cooking series by the same name. Using fresh and seasonal ingredients, the cookbook author encourages her readers to create simple yet delicious dishes. Ina Garten's cookbooks include a wide range of recipes, including popular American dishes and cuisine inspired by her European travels, especially to France. From Ina's Perfect Roast Chicken to Beef Bourguignon, you can find all of Garten's recipes in her books. Choosing the best Ina Garten cookbook depends on your individual cooking style. Explore The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook, Modern Comfort Food, and one of her newest books, Go-To-Dinners to find the best cookbook for your home cooking.

Which Ina Garten book is the best?

The Barefoot Contessa cookbook is still one of Ina Garten's bestselling cookbooks, however choosing the best Ina Garten cookbook depends on your cooking preferences. Whether you're cooking to host parties and entertain guests, want to learn how to create family style dishes, or are just in the mood for some comfort food, there is an Ina Garten book for the cook in you.

How many Barefoot Contessa books are there?

As of 2023, there are 13 Barefoot Contessa cookbooks that have sold millions of copies worldwide.

13 Bestselling Ina Garten Cookbooks in Order

The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook
Barefoot Contessa Parties!
Barefoot Contessa Family Style
Barefoot in Paris
Barefoot Contessa at Home
Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics
Barefoot Contessa How Easy is That
Barefoot Contessa Foolproof
Make it Ahead: A Barefoot Contessa Cookbook
Cooking for Jeffrey
Cook Like a Pro
Modern Comfort Food
Go-To-Dinners