Ina Garten's Recipe for Joy and Lasting Connection
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Resources & Recommendations
Books
- "Ina Garten's Cookbooks" - Mentioned as being good for those who are late to cooking because they are easy, not overly complicated, and contain delicious recipes.
- Ina Garten's Memoir - Referenced for its insights into her life, including her relationship with work and her late-life reconciliation with her father.
People Mentioned
- Julia Louis-Dreyfus - Comedic genius, social activist, actress, and friend of Ina Garten, who posed questions for Ina.
- Jeffrey Garten - Ina Garten's husband, frequently referenced for his supportive role in her life, career, and their long-standing relationship.
- Jennifer Garner - Mentioned for her quote about people becoming less willing to try new things as they get older due to fear of failure.
- Tina Fey - Friend of Ina Garten, mentioned for her humor and for interviewing Ina at the Brooklyn Academy of Music.
- Strom Thurmond - Senator mentioned in the context of Ina Garten's work on nuclear energy policy in the 1970s.
- Sylvan Malul - Hairdresser at the Watergate salon who first cut Ina Garten's signature bob haircut.
- Aaron French (from Lost Kitchen) - Young chef/food writer that Ina Garten is interested in, known for sending out recipes.
- David Remnick (at The New Yorker) - Had a conversation with Ina Garten about bay leaves.
- J.P. Morgan - Credited with the quote, "Go as far as you can see and when you get there you'll be able to see farther."
Organizations & Institutions
- White House - Where Ina Garten worked on nuclear energy policy during the Ford and Carter administrations.
- State Department - Where Jeffrey Garten worked, mentioned in conjunction with Ina's White House job.
- The New Yorker - Magazine known for its cartoons, which both Amy Poehler and Ina Garten enjoy.
- Brooklyn Academy of Music - Venue where Tina Fey interviewed Ina Garten.
Websites & Online Resources
- Instagram - Ina Garten enjoys seeing content related to gardens on Instagram.
Other Resources
- Fake Roast Chicken - A gift from Ina Garten to Amy Poehler, symbolizing the joy of cooking and community.
- Harry's Berries - A berry farm (likely in California/Northwest) known for its high-quality strawberries, mentioned by Ina Garten.
- Pepperidge Farm Stuffing Mix - An ingredient Ina Garten used to create a bread pudding for a "store-bought Thanksgiving" recipe for The New York Times.