I always like to have flowers on the table. I think they make it look special. Ina Garten flowermakespecial Change image and share on social
I try to greet my friends with a drink in my hand, a warm smile on my face, and great music in the background, because that's what gets a dinner party off to a fun start. Ina Garten backgrounddinnerdrink Change image and share on social
When I wrote 'Barefoot in Paris,' I wanted to make simple recipes that you could make at home that tasted like French classics. Ina Garten barefootclassicfrench Change image and share on social
Creme Brulee is the ultimate 'guy' dessert. Make it and he'll follow you anywhere. Ina Garten bruleecremedessert Change image and share on social
I don't like sitting at a table that's too large, where everyone is too far apart. That's a party killer. Ina Garten killerlargeparty Change image and share on social
The most overrated tool: a pasta maker. Why make it when you can buy it? It's a lot of work! Ina Garten buylotmake Change image and share on social
I love to take something ordinary and make it really special. Ina Garten lovemakeordinary Change image and share on social
My favorite fall or winter lunch is big steaming bowls of soup. I usually invite people for around 12:30 and have two hearty soups like shrimp corn chowder and lentil sausage soup, which can be made a day or two ahead. Ina Garten aheadbigbowl share on social
Grilled cheese and tomato soup is the ultimate comfort meal. Ina Garten cheesecomfortgrill Change image and share on social
Instead of going out to dinner, buy good food. Cooking at home shows such affection. In a bad economy, it's more important to make yourself feel good. Ina Garten affectionbadbuy Change image and share on social