Barefoot Contessa in Paris: Easy French Food You Can Make at Home - Tapa dura

"Beloved all over the planet (not only for her food), Ina Garten has become the inspiration in the kitchen for so many of us. Her ease, warmth and grace make her shows as delectable to watch as her food is to eat." (Gwyneth Paltrow)

Whether shared in a cosy French bistro or in the comfort of your own home, the romance and enduring appeal of French country cooking is irrefutable. In Barefoot in Paris Ina Garten helps you bring that spirit, and those evocative dishes, into your own kitchen. Packed full of easy to follow recipes and ideas for adding a special twist to classic dishes, this is the perfect fare for family and friends.

·Hearty boeuf Bourguignon is served in deep bowls over a garlic-rubbed slice of baguette toast
·Croque monsieur is decadently rich, eggy and oozing with cheese
·Ina's kir royale includes the addition of raspberry liquor, a refreshing alternative to the traditional recipe
·Creamy vichyssoise is given a fresh tasting lift with the addition of courgettes

Barefoot in Paris is suffused with Ina's love of the city, of the bustling outdoor markets, bakeries, fromageries and charcuteries. It's the perfect guide to Paris and its wonderful celebration of food.