Ina-Garten

Ina Garten is an acclaimed American cook book writer and Emmy Award-winning host on Food Networks current oldest show Barefoot Contessa that began in 2002, and has been aired for 27 seasons till 2020. Ina began her career working in the White House, writing the nuclear energy budget and policy documents. Though she initially found it fascinating, eventually she stopped her interest. So she purchased the Barefoot Contessa a small speciality food retailer. Prior to selling the company it took her more than 18 years building it to an extremely successful business. Many more cookbooks and magazine columnists that came later. She also appeared on the Food Network TV show also debuted with great hit. The company sells numerous things, from food ingredients food preparation to kitchenware, storage and even cooking equipment. Ina herself, a self-taught chef, has never studied at the culinary institute or at the hotel. She is a simple cook and for her entertaining manner. She is well-known for her simple recipes such as Skillet Baked Lemon Chicken, Macaroni and Cheese using Beef Bourguignon as well as balsamic-roasted Brussels Sprouts.