Brendan Tait

In Ina's words...FABULOUS and What's not to like?, Feb 22 2006

This volume is typical Ina: easy, delicious, wonderful, and guaranteed success. Although this book is not for catering to large crowds, the recipes can be easily multiplied. Her themed menus help anybody who is planning an event, yet doesn't know exactly want to serve. On the other hand, you can mix and match, and still be guaranteed success. This book is a must have for any Ina fan, as well as the beginner, intermediate, and experienced cook, as well as anybody who caters. There is something for everybody in this book, even the picky.

One of the biggest draws of this book is that Ina preaches that just because you are the host or hostess of the party, that doesn't mean you have to… Read more

Never disappoints., Feb 22 2006

If you are a fan of Ina Garten's, this book is a must have. Simple, easy, fun and delicious are the outcomes of all recipes. I've never had one of her dishes go wrong. The thing I love most about this book is that you can take the base for a recipie (eg., Roasted Squash Soup) and make different variations. I use at least 4 of her recipes a week, and they never disappoint. From grandparents to children, there is something for everybody, and you can never go wrong. How wonderful is that? Her style of writing like she talks is informal yet familiar and warm, inviting you to make one of Ina's favourites, one of yours too. This one is definately a must have!