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36 quotes by Ina Garten

Ina Rosenberg Garten (/ˈaɪnə/ EYE-nə; born February 2, 1948) is an American author, Emmy Award winning host of the Food Network program Barefoot Contessa, and former White House nuclear policy analyst. Known for designing recipes with an emphasis on fresh ingredients and time-saving tips, she has been noted by Martha Stewart, Oprah Winfrey, and Patricia Wells for her cooking and home entertaining. Garten had no formal training; she taught...
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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... →

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I love to take something ordinary and make it really special.

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In the summer you want fresh, light and sort of quick things; in winter you want things that are comforting, so your body really tells you you want... →

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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... →

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Grilled cheese and tomato soup is the ultimate comfort meal.

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Take one flower that you like and get lots of them. And don't try to 'arrange' them. It's surprisingly hard to do a flower... →

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The most important thing for having a party is that the hostess is having fun. I'm very organized. I make a plan for absolutely everything. I... →

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I always like to have flowers on the table. I think they make it look special.

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I worked for the Office of Management and Budget in the White House, on nuclear energy policy. But I decided it would be much more fun to have a... →

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Creme Brulee is the ultimate 'guy' dessert. Make it and he'll follow you anywhere.

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If you think about a Thanksgiving dinner, it's really like making a large chicken.

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I absolutely adore Thanksgiving. It's the only holiday I insist on making myself.

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I learned that the hardest party to pull off successfully is Saturday night dinner. This meal is expected to be elaborate: appetizers, first course... →

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