As we head into the peak of summer entertaining and backyard barbecues in 2026, having the right kitchen tools is essential. 'People ask me all the time what kind of knives they should get,' Ina Garten announces – and it is easy to see why she is our first port of call.
The Barefoot Contessa has spent decades refining our culinary habits from her Hamptons kitchen, where she crafts beautiful recipes perfect for warm-weather gatherings. Garten knows better than anyone that the basis for perfectly cooked food begins with the right equipment – specifically, the best chef's knives. So, which ones earn a permanent spot on her countertop?
