Food - Entertaining & special occasions
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Fondue and Hot Dips  by Joanna White
Fondue pots offer a simple, but always delicious, casual approach to entertaining and family eating, and this book will give you a vast variety of ways to keep yours filled with creamy cheese fondues, both lean and hearty hot dips, luscious sweet dips and every manner of warm concoctions 'dip-able'

Paperback,  128 pp,  $12.95. Buy now

Wedding Catering Cookbook  by Christie Katona
Your wedding may be the happiest day of your life, but, if you are not careful, it may also be the most expensive! Take control of the food at your wedding, and with it you'll take control of the cost, the quality, and the beauty of presentation of a vitally important part of your special day. This book, written by an experienced cookbook author and professional caterer, is the perfect aid to help you cater your own wedding. From the special requirements of calculating quantities of food and drink per guest, to detailed tips on preparation and presentation, this book covers all aspects of catering your wedding. Take the worry out of feeding your wedding guests, with The Wedding Catering Cookbook. Of course, this book is also very suitable f

Paperback,  155 pp,  $12.95. Buy now

The Almost No-fat Holiday Cookbook  by Bryanna Clark-Grogan
From the author of the highly acclaimed The (Almost) No Fat Cookbook comes another tasty collection of very-low-fat recipes, this time with a focus on holidays from around the world. Satisfying, festive meals that are heart-healthy and easy on the waistline.

Paperback,  160 pp,  $18.95. Buy now

Kosher by Design Entertains; Fabulous Recipes for Parties and Every Day  by Susie Fishbein
Susie Fishbein has done it again! A new cookbook with all of the elegance and flair of the original best-selling Kosher by Design, with more magnificent photography, great ideas and an array of fabulous recipes! Each recipe is simple yet elegant enough for any Shabbat, holiday, party or everyday meal. In addition, Susie reveals the secrets of successful hostesses. From an outdoor picnic to a formal anniversary dinner, Susie knows how to make your guests feel at home. Kosher By Design Entertains features: Over 250 brand new recipes and 200 stunning color photographs Triple-tested recipes ensure accuracy, ease of preparation and elegant presentation Nine different party formats Tips on creating the perfect ambience Special Passover index Reso

,  335 pp,  $48.95. Buy now

Kosher by Design; Picture Perfect Food for the Holidays & Every Day  by Susie Fishbein
The editor of "The Kosher Palate" has produced a cookbook that focuses on elegant kosher cuisine that is easy for modern cooks to create at home. Each section is preceded by a description of a festival and its customs, and includes a suggested menu and kosher wine list. Color photos

,  303 pp,  $48.95. Buy now

Aroma  by Daniel Patterson and Mandy Afiel
A New Way of Thinking About Food and Fragrance Turn a brilliant natural perfumer loose in a chef's kitchen and you get vanilla perfume, saffron, ginger, and blood orange bath salts, and a cucumber mist. Turn a brilliant chef loose in a perfumer's pantry and you get rose-infused steamed bass, peach-jasmine sorbet, and scores of other startlingly original recipes using floral and herbal aromas. Aroma permeates every cuisine, from ancient to modern, in every culture and at every level, but what this pioneering cookbook, by chef Daniel Patterson and perfumer Mandy Aftel, makes evident is that aroma, not taste, is our primary experience of food. Without aroma there is no flavor. By focusing on aroma, we intensify all aspects of food, and immeasu

,  256 pp,  $49.95. Buy now

Fandango: Recipes, Parties, and License to Make Magic  by Sandy Hill and Stephanie Valentine
Features 125 recipes that run the gamut from traditional American and Mexican food to exotic Indian, rustic Italian and Spanish, and even a wee bit O'Scottish. This work is about entertaining. It includes food that is rustic, inexpensive, and simple to cook: a fiesta luncheon of Mexican dishes, or the Summer Day barbecue

,  313 pp,  $62.95. Buy now

The Gourmet Potluck  by Beth Hensperger
"A collection of straightforward, sophisticated recipes scaled to serve 10 to 16 people, each including prep timeline, serving dishes and utensils needed, transportation notes, and reheating requirements"--Provided by publisher

Paperback,  120 pp,  $26.95. Buy now

Mom's Best Crowd-pleasers  by Andrea Chesman
Forget the stressful dinner party for twelve. How many home cooks really drag out the china, silver, and linen more than a few times a year these days? Mum's very best crowd-cuisine is fun, relaxed, and informal. From a hungry group of the kids' friends looking for afternoon munchies to a potluck office farewell party to a barbecue for the neighbourhood, today's typical gatherings are casual occasions to share hearty, homemade food. Mom's Best Crowd-Pleasers is full of recipes that reflect the way Mum really cooks today, simply tailored to feed eight or more people. Most recipes are designed to feed eight hungry people, but author (and home cook) Andrea Chesman provides advice throughout on expanding recipes, stretching dishes when the dinn

Paperback,  208 pp,  $15.95. Buy now

How to Throw a Great Derby Party  by Sue Wylie
Almost as famous as the race itself, the Kentucky Derby party is a celebrated rite of spring. With its roots in the heart of horse country, the Derby party has a rich history in Kentucky. Horse owners and breeders fete their guests with extravagant dinners, top-class entertainment, and free-flowing libations. Derby party fever has swept the country, and these days fun seekers celebrate the Run for the Roses in cities and towns across the country. Indeed, the largest Derby party outside of Kentucky takes place in Washington, D.C. How to Throw a Great Derby Party contains recipes for mint juleps and more, tips from famous hostesses, trivia, and history

,  100 pp,  $20.95. Buy now

Entertaining  by H.D.R. Campbell
-- Combination guidebook and planner -- Handy shopping lists for supplies -- Space to record memorable occasions -- A useful pocket for storing materials

,  144 pp,  $33.00. Buy now

The Pleasure of Your Company  by Kimberly Schlegel
An expert in the field of entertaining, Kimberly Schlegel has created a book brimming with ideas, inspirations, how-tos, invaluable tips, and creative ideas for parities of all kinds. More than twenty events are profiled, detailing the vital secrets of successful party giving. Schlegel shares information on everything from choosing a venue and caterer to designing an invitation that will inspire your guests, to choosing a theme to picking the refreshments, all the while stressing this important principle: the key to successful entertaining is thoughtfulness and attention to detail, not a massive budget

,  208 pp,  $87.95. Buy now

Suddenly a Centerpiece  by Sher Simon
Anyone can quickly pull together one of these twenty-five original table centrepieces for entertaining or seasonal decorating. Suddenly a Centrepiece presents 25 projects that will instantly transform a dining table from blah to brilliant. Each centrepiece is super-easy yet interesting, beautiful, and impressive. The projects require no crafting experience and combine wonderful craft materials, faux florals, candles, foods, or textiles with decorative objects and dishes that you already have. A little of that, a little of this, and you have a centrepiece to perk up your table. Full of fresh ideas, the designs include centrepieces for every season, holiday gatherings, and casual or special entertaining. Includes 25 table centrepieces for ent

Paperback,  112 pp,  $23.95. Buy now

The Everything Fondue Party Book  by Belinda Hulin
- The fondue craze from the 1970s is experiencing a resurrection - Follows in the tradition of the successful The Everything Fondue Cookbook Complete with over 300 recipes and party ideas, The Everything Fondue Party Book is the key to a happening party! Recapturing the glam from their 70s heyday, fondue parties are increasingly popular around the globe. Why? They're easy to plan, decorate, prepare for, and display--besides that, they're fun! Readers will find more than 300 tasty recipes to inspire their entertaining, including: - Broth fondues - Dessert fondues - Cheese fondues - Cocktail suggestions to match the entrees - Decorating advice for just the right decor With these tips and more, The Everything Fondue Party Book is a fun and inf

Paperback,  324 pp,  $29.95. Buy now

Perfect Parties: Tips and Advice from a New York Party Planner  by Linnea Johansson
Ever wish you could host a glamorous bash like the ones covered in People magazine? You can� with tips and ideas from Linnea Johansson, party planner extraordinaire. She� s thrown celebrations hosting some of the biggest names in the Big Apple, including Jennifer Lopez, Donald Trump, Reese Witherspoon, Sean Combs, and Martha Stewart. And on these fully-illustrated and festive pages is her best advice for planning a fabulous event. She covers everything from invitations to decorating, from hors d� oeuvres to cocktails. So look no further for ways to create a New Year� s Eve extravaganza, birthday blowout, or even just a very special night out with friends. Whatever questions you have, Linnea has the answers

,  153 pp,  $27.95. Buy now

Instyle Parties 
In Style Parties is organised in three sections, and the book includes: the basics of party preparation, including what to serve and how to create the perfect atmosphere complete party guides for every occasion, from dinner parties for 8 to cocktail parties for 30 and a listing of the country's top resources for food, drink, and decor, from artisan cheeses and exotic chocolates to flowers and dishes. With its elegant illustrations and vibrant images of celebrity-studded events, colourful drinks, luscious foods, and sophisticated decor, In Style Parties puts the fun of parties first. This beautiful designed, all - purpose, indispensable guide shows readers how to think like a movie star while organising like a caterer. The reward is in enjoy

Paperback,  192 pp,  $32.95. Buy now

Ghoulish Goodies  by Sharon Bowers
Everyone loves Halloween. It's a celebration that is pure fun and childish joy, an excuse to dress up and eat treats. Packaged sweets may be the common reward for trick or treating, but plates of Spiderweb Cookies or big bowls of Sticks and Stones caramel Corn are perfect contributions to school Halloween events

Paperback,  128 pp,  $19.99. Buy now

Party Food for Kids  by Caroline Marson

,  64 pp,  $18.95. Buy now

Gathering in the Garden: Recipes & Ideas for Garden Parties  by Shelley Snow and Elaine Husband
A beautifully illustrated unique gift book full of ideas and recipes for unforgettable gatherings in the garden

,  143 pp,  $27.95. Buy now

William Yeoward on Entertaining  by William Yeoward
William Yeoward's passion for good company and sumptuous dining is the inspiration behind the vivacity, fun and elegance of his table settings and the beauty of his tableware designs for which he is internationally renowned. The imagination and style which William brings to creating a convivial atmosphere is unsurpassed. In Entertaining, his second book, William shows you how to emulate his sense of occasion with 21 inspirational table settings and menus of delicious, seasonal food to enrapture your guests. He applies his unique touch to creating a Wedding Buffet and a Christmas Lunch, but also shows how more mundane occasions can be lifted into the realms of fantasy and drama. Try the Yeoward touch on your al fresco dining with the Car Boo

,  160 pp,  $59.95. Buy now