

The Art of Cooking with Ina Garten
19 snips Dec 27, 2024
Ina Garten, the beloved host of 'Barefoot Contessa,' reflects on her culinary journey, emphasizing her preference for cooking in solitude despite her warm public persona. She shares insights from her memoir 'Be Ready When the Luck Happens,' detailing her early kitchen experiences and the personal joys of cooking. Meanwhile, Alex Barasch explores the alluring world of erotic thrillers, inspired by the film 'Baby Girl,' discussing themes of power and desire while examining the genre's evolution and cultural significance.
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Dreaded Dinners
- Ina Garten dreaded dinnertime growing up because her mother, a dietician, wasn't interested in food.
- Meals lacked joy, featuring plain dishes like broiled chicken and canned vegetables, especially the dreaded Harvard beets.
A Lonely Childhood
- Garten wasn't allowed to cook as a child; her mother wanted her to study.
- This isolation led to her current love for cooking for others and connecting with people.
Solo Cooking
- Despite enjoying company, Garten prefers to cook alone.
- She finds cooking challenging and needs space to concentrate to ensure good results.