After more than twenty years of running Barefoot Contessa, the acclaimed
specialty food store, Ina Garten published her first collection of recipes. The
Barefoot Contessa Cookbook was an overnight sensation, but it's the kind of
success that can only be grounded in years of experience. In it, Ina shared her
ideas for familiar food but with outstanding flavor and -- most important of all
-- recipes that really work. Now, with Barefoot Contessa Parties Ina shares secrets she has gleaned from her
years not only as a caterer but as a dedicated party giver. The keyword here is
fun. Ina's parties are easy to prepare and