Ina Garten Invites Us Back Into Her East Hampton Home in Season 8 of 'Be My Guest'
Season 8 of Be 'My Guest With Ina Garten' welcomes Allison Janney, Jon Batiste, Hoda Kotb and Michael Barbaro.
Ina Garten and Hoda Kotb, as seen on Be My Guest with Ina Garten Season 8
Ina Garten, the Barefoot Contessa, is back for another season of hosting friends old and new at her East Hampton home for good food and great conversation. New episodes of Be My Guest with Ina Garten begin airing on Saturday, April 11 at 12|11c on Food Network. New episodes will stream the next day on HBO Max and discovery+.
Who Will Visit Ina This Season?
The season kicks off with star of stage, screen and television Allison Janney’s fun-filled visit to Ina’s barn. Upcoming episodes feature get-togethers with award-winning composer, singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and band leader Jon Batiste; journalist, broadcaster and writer Hoda Kotb; and journalist and co-host of The New York Times award-winning podcast The Daily Michael Barbaro.
What to Expect From Season 8
In the season premiere, Ina greets Allison with Baked Fontina. The actress discusses Broadway breaks, figure skating accidents and surprising stage-fright coping strategies. Ina then shows Allison how to make the perfect Cacio e Pepe and Lemon Vinaigrette — two recipes she's always wanted to master.
In the next episode, Ina welcomes Jon Batiste with Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars for a taste of nostalgia before their memorable conversation begins. Jon shares secret superpowers to stay strong in the face of adversity and talks about once-in-a-lifetime performances and making Grammy history. The musical maestro also takes over the kitchen and teaches Ina how to make his Ma’s famous Louisiana-Style Red Beans and Rice.
The following week, Hoda Kotb’s visit begins with Ina showing her how to assemble an Easy Mezze Board with Marinated Herbed Feta. They talk memories, game-changing moments and momentous career decisions before heading to the kitchen for a master class in fried chicken — Hoda’s favorite dish.
Later in the season, Ina turns the tables and puts journalist Michael in the hot seat. After he talks about podcast success, storytelling tactics and his love of cooking, Ina makes him an updated Chicken Marbella recipe and he shows off his go-to cocktail, an Old-Fashioned.
How to Watch Season 8 of Be My Guest
Be My Guest with Ina Garten Season 8 premieres on Saturday, April 11 at 12|11c on Food Network. New episodes will stream the next day on HBO Max and discovery+. Stay updated on Be My Guest by visiting FoodNetwork.com to go behind the scenes with Ina, check out her fan-favorite recipes, get her best entertaining tips and more. Follow #BeMyGuest for highlights and recipes from the show.
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