Barefoot Contessa Season 19 Episode 5 Fun in the City
- TVG
- July 27, 2013
In Barefoot Contessa season 19 episode 5, titled "Fun in the City," host Ina Garten takes viewers on a culinary adventure through New York City. The episode begins with Ina taking a stroll through the Union Square farmers market, where she picks up fresh ingredients for her recipes.
The first stop on her tour is a visit to her friend Eli Zabar's specialty food store, where Ina samples some of his fresh baked bread and selects some delicious cheeses to use in her dishes. She then heads to Eataly, an indoor Italian marketplace, to gather ingredients for a refreshing appetizer of Prosciutto with Fig and Cheese.
Next up, Ina visits with her friend, chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, who gives her a tour of his restaurant's rooftop garden. Ina is inspired by the array of fresh herbs and vegetables, and decides to incorporate some of the produce into her lunch menu. Jean-Georges also shares his recipe for Summer Corn Soup with Ina, which she recreates back in her own kitchen.
Ina then heads to her apartment to whip up a scrumptious lunch, featuring dishes such as Grilled Summer Squash and Orzo Salad with Roasted Vegetables. She also shares a recipe for Peach and Blueberry Crumble, a delicious and easy dessert that's perfect for summertime entertaining.
Throughout the episode, Ina provides helpful tips and tricks for cooking with fresh, seasonal ingredients, as well as suggestions for how to entertain guests in the city. Viewers will be inspired to try out some of Ina's recipes and explore the rich culinary offerings of New York City.