The Barefoot Contessa
Ina Garten didn’t just write a cookbook—she created a lifestyle. The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook delivers simple, elegant recipes with a warm, approachable tone that makes you feel like you’re cooking with your best friend in the Hamptons. From roast chicken that launched a thousand date nights to comfort-food sides with gourmet flair, it’s a masterclass in unfussy entertaining. Fans don’t just cook from this book—they build their personalities around it.
The Barefoot Contessa 's Rankings
Cookbooks
Rank: #2 (see rankings)
Win Rate: 66.3%
Streak: 🔥 5-match winning streak
Best matchups (highest win rate)
- The Barefoot Contessa vs Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking - Wins 100.0% of battles
- The Barefoot Contessa vs Jerusalem: A Cookbook - Wins 100.0% of battles
- The Barefoot Contessa vs The Silver Spoon - Wins 82.4% of battles
Worst matchups (lowest win rate)
- The Barefoot Contessa vs Joy of Cooking - Loses 70.0% of battles
- The Barefoot Contessa vs How to Cook Everything - Loses 50.0% of battles
- The Barefoot Contessa vs Mastering the Art of French Cooking - Loses 37.5% of battles