Food - Entertaining & special occasions
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Clare's Kitchen  by Clare Latimer
A selection of recipes for lunch, buffet, cocktail and dinner parties. The keynotes are ease of preparation, low cost, and healthy, tasty food. Many of the dishes can be prepared in advance and each menu is carefully planned so that the host or hostess can enjoy the party.

Hardback,  192 pp,  $49.95. Buy now

The Art of Garnishing  by Nam
Here are clear instructions on how to create 30 stunning displays of flower designs carved from common vegetables, as well as 22 arrangements for holidays and special occasions. Instructions are easy to follow and no special tools are required.

Hardback,  128 pp,  $55.95. Buy now

Kitchen Suppers  by Jenny Baker
This cookery book is designed for those who enjoy good food and entertainment at home, but don't have the time required to prepare and present formal dinner parties. It is presented via a series of supper menus, assembled according to seasonal availability

Paperback,  192 pp,  $21.95. Buy now

'The Silver Palate Good Times Cook Book  by Julee Rosso
Offers more than 450 recipes for formal, informal, and family entertaining and suggestions for making any occasion special.

Paperback,  414 pp,  $26.95. Buy now

Absolutely Unforgettable Parties  by Janet Litherland
Parties with pizzazz -- parties that everyone talks about -- happen when some creative person gets things rolling. Twenty-three absolutely unforgettable party themes for all seasons and occasions are included -- a TGIF (Thank God It's Friday) Party a Murder We Wrote (whodunit participation) Party a Kidnapping Caper (for teens only) Party -- these and many more. Each party plan tells how to do it, gives food suggestions with recipes, reproducible party game papers, checklists and lots more, plus 'do-it-yourself' invitations professionally designed! Just add the specifics and photocopy them. Everything made easy. Success assured -- these ideas have al been party-tested. We know they're good. Enough parties here for a year or two of fun. Guara

Paperback,  192 pp,  $20.95. Buy now

Big Book of Outdoor Cooking and Entertaining  by Cheryl Jamison and Bill Jamison
Bursting with more than 850 recipes and hundreds of tips and how-tos for grilling, barbecuing, smoking, rotisserie roasting, planking, big-pot frying, and boiling, The Big Book of Outdoor Cooking and Entertaining is the only backyard cookbook you'll ever need. Whether it's hot little tapas, a serious steak, a juicy burger, flavourful fish, a pan full of paella, pizza or pasta topped with grilled vegetables, or chicken done to a turn, Cheryl and Bill will coach you to perfect results. And to round out those party meals, they offer an enormous selection of starters, sides, drinks, and desserts that will win raves from family, friends, and guests.

,  548 pp,  $49.95. Buy now

Elements of the Table: A Simple Guide for Hosts and Guests  by Lynn Rosen
Table settings at formal dinner parties can be intimidating for both hosts and guests. Lynn Rosen comes to the rescue with this practical, charming, and informative guide to all things tabletop. Organized by category, Lynn's advice is sensible, her explanations are clear, and her historical asides will provide plenty of lively dinner conversation. Readers will learn about china, silver, table decor, and much more. Elements of the Table covers everything from lines to basic etiquette, so the next dinner party (whether one is hosting or attending) will be a relaxed celebration

,  128 pp,  $26.95. Buy now

Tea Party  by Tracy Stern
Tracy Stern is passionate about tea. She has created wildly popular lines of teas and tea-based beauty products and has hosted hundreds of stylish tea parties to celebrate all sorts of occasions. She has introduced a new generation to the pleasures of tea without any of its traditional stuffiness. In Tea Party, she starts with tips on choosing and brewing teas - from white and green teas to herbal rooibos and different black teas. Tea Party then shares more than 75 recipes, both savoury and sweet, as part of twenty themed tea parties. Above all, the focus is on fun, not fuss. The party suggestions are perfect for afternoons with friends, bridal and baby showers, cocktail and dinner parties, picnics and brunches. Hip and inspiring.

,  208 pp,  $40.95. Buy now

Jewish Holiday Cooking; A Food Lover's Classics and Improvisations  by Jayne Cohen
In Jewish Holiday Cooking, Jayne Cohen shares a wide-ranging collection of traditional Jewish recipes, as well as inventive new creations and contemporary variations on the classic dishes. For home cooks, drawing from the rich traditions of Jewish history when cooking for the holidays can be a daunting task. Jewish Holiday Cooking comes to the rescue with recipes drawn from Jayne Cohen's first book, The Gefilte Variations - called an outstanding debut by Publisher's Weekly - as well as over 100 new recipes and information on cooking for the holidays. More than just a cookbook, this is the definitive guide to celebrating the Jewish holidays. Cohen provides practical advice and creative suggestions on everything from setting a Seder table wit

,  592 pp,  $39.95. Buy now

Decorative Napkin Folding for Beginners  by William Oppenheimer and Natalie Epstein
22 different napkin folds enable even a beginner to make napkins in the shape of a heart, clown's hat, love knot, silverware holder, boot, etc. Step-by-step drawings and instructions show exactly where and how to make each fold. Photo of each finished napkin. 22 napkin folds. 63 drawings

Paperback,  48 pp,  $6.95. Buy now

More Decorative Napkin Folding  by Lilian Oppenheimer and Natalie Epstein
Turn a good meal into a gala occasion and delight your guests with the festive touch of an ingeniously folded napkin. This rich selection is illustrated in clear, step-by-step drawings accompanied by easy-to-follow directions. Introduction. 22 napkin folds. 22 black-and-white photographs plus 11 in color on covers. Several numbered diagrams for each fold.

Paperback,  48 pp,  $8.95. Buy now

Help! My Apartment Has a Dining Room Cookbook: How to Have People Over Without Stressing Out  by Kevin Mills and Nancy Mills
"When I'm cooking for friends, I tend toward Very Easy recipes. It's just like when I read a collection of short stories -- I'll always read the shortest ones first." -- Kevin Mills

Paperback,  304 pp,  $22.95. Buy now

Best Party Book 
Here are 1,001 tips and ideas for planning the perfect party. Penny Warner presents hundreds of fresh party-planning ideas for invitations, decorations, food, favors, gifts, and games for all kinds of celebrations. Black-and-white illustrations

Paperback,  160 pp,  $12.95. Buy now

Themed Baby Showers: Mother Goose to Noah's Ark: Hundreds of Creative Shower Ideas  by Becky Long
Special event planner Becky Long revolutionizes the baby shower with this inspired, creative guide to throwing a fantastic fete. With fifteen entertaining and adorable themes complete with invitations, decorations, gifts, favors, and food, this book is the ideal tool for celebrating mothers-to-be. Hostesses looking for ideas to make their showers memorable will love quick and easy suggestions, such as "A Star is Born, " "Somebunny Special." and "It's Potty Time!"

Paperback,  128 pp,  $13.95. Buy now

The Party: A Guide to Adventurous Entertaining  by Sally Quinn
Washington hostess Sally Quinn offers a fresh, irreverent look at what really makes a party great, offering plenty of advice on how to entertain for any occasion. 13 line drawings

Paperback,  224 pp,  $22.95. Buy now

Friendship Teas to Go  by Emilie Barnes
Charming paintings of delicate cups and tranquil settings by popular artist Susan Rios beckon readers to savor tea moments. Emilie Barnes introduces simple and clever ways to take the pleasures of tea anywhere and everywhere. A dozen themed chapters include new recipes, memorable stories, and special tips for transforming any moment: Shower Tea ? Every occasion can be simple and elegant with tea?lightful ideas Neighbors Tea ? Greet new and old friends and serve up community in a cup Princess Tea ? Honor royal women with stars and decadent treats This latest delight for every tea lover's collection will inspire readers to infuse daily life with goodness to go

,  64 pp,  $23.95. Buy now

The Gentle Art of Hospitality  by Alda Ellis
Alda Ellis, a bestselling author and popular speaker, is well-known for her wonderful, gracious entertaining and beautiful home decorating. She draws on her experiences and abundant creativity to provide ideas for stress-free hospitality and simple, festive decorating for all occasions. Whether readers want to have one or two friends over for tea or throw an elaborate party, The Gentle Art of Hospitality offers great advice. From eye-catching table settings to delicious recipes, from innovative lighting to fragrant flowers, Alda shares quick and inexpensive suggestions for making homes unique and special. Women will enjoy implementing these easy-to-do tips so their families and guests will feel at ease and welcome the minute they arrive.

,  64 pp,  $22.95. Buy now

You're Invited: A Special Occasions Cookbook  by Mary Engelbreit

,  144 pp,  $41.95. Buy now

Weir Cooking in the City: More Than 125 Recipes and Inspiring Ideas for Relaxed Entertaining  by Joanne Weir
Award-winning chef, author, and TV cooking show host Joanne Weir serves up big city style and flavor in a brand new book of 135+ delicious recipes and ideas for entertaining

,  335 pp,  $70.00. Buy now

Paula Deen & Friends; Living It Up, Southern Style  by Paula H. Deen and Martha Nesbit
Sharing a delicious meal is everyone's favorite way of bringing together friends and loved ones. In her new cookbook, "Paula Deen & Friends: Living It Up, Southern Style," Paula Deen -- author, restaurateur, and Food Network star -- turns to her friends to share their stories, ideas for entertaining Southern style, and, most important, more than 150 of the prized recipes they serve to their family and friends. With the trademark Southern charm that has made her beloved by fans everywhere, Paula's new book features delicious, down-home entertaining menus, with recipes that are guaranteed to be instant crowd-pleasers. Whether you're planning an intimate family dinner, hosting an elegant cocktail party, or feeding a hungry crowd for lunch, the

,  224 pp,  $36.95. Buy now