Food - Entertaining & special occasions
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Books 61 to 80 of 222 - Entertaining & special occasions

Perfect Party Food Made Simple  by Bridget Jones
Whether throwing a cocktail party, a birthday buffet or having friends around for supper, this book has all the information and recipes you will need. Dishes include Goat's Cheese Souffl�, Beef Wellington, and traditional Roasted Stuffed Turkey. The section on outdoor eating includes barbecue and picnic dishes, including Barbecued Chicken and Herbed Greek Pies.

Paperback,  264 pp,  $24.95. Buy now

Jeanne Bice's Quacker Factory Christmas  by Jeanne Bice
< p> < strong> Quack Up Your Holidays < /strong> < /p> < p> Are you longing for the festive twinkling of holiday lights but yours are tangled and on the blink? Ready to wrap your Christmas gifts but can't remember where you hid them? Would you like to get your friends together for a holiday open house but don't know when you'd find the time or what you'd serve them? Relax. Or, as Jeanne Bice, founder of The Quacker Factory says, & quot Don't get your tinsel in a tangle & quot < /p> < p> Jeanne Bice, known to millions of fans as & quot the Head Quack& quot of the clothing line, The Quacker Factory, and designer-crafter extraordinaire, is here to show you how to make your home fittingly festive without the fuss. With the home-spun charm that

Paperback,  244 pp,  $39.00. Buy now

Short on Time; Fabulous Food Faster  by Susie Fishbein
From Susie Fishbein, author of the most popular kosher cookbook series ever, comes a tantalizing new volume tailored for the time constrained cook in all of us! Featuring the high quality approach associated with the first three volumes, Fishbein serves up uncompromisingly delicious recipes that are short on prep and long on taste and eye appeal. Destined to be a best seller, Short On Time may reinvigorate a treasured American tradition: a home cooked evening meal together! Says Fishbein, ?This is the book all my friends ? and their friends ? have been waiting for!? Features Include: 140 brand-new delectable recipes Full-color photo illustrates each finished recipe Clearly stated prep and cooking times Speedy clean up Calls for common ingre

,  306 pp,  $48.95. Buy now

Drinkology Eats  by James Waller and Ramona Ponce
Third in the series of -ologies comes Drinkology Eats, combining food and drink. A handy and accessible guide to entertaining and serving guests, Drinkology Eats discusses the hows and whys of pairings, and offers menus (with recipes) for a variety of themes and occasions. The book begins with the basics of eating while drinking: eg why certain kinds of food work better with alcohol than others. The rest of the book contains great bar snacks, drinks served in food, wine and cheese pairings, champagne toasts, martini menus and cocktail parties. It also contains traditional foods for different occasions and cultures, such as a Scandinavian Fondue Party, a Christmas gathering and a Turkish dinner

,  384 pp,  $39.95. Buy now

Best-loved Main Courses for Special Occasions  by Jenny Fleetwood
Cook to impress with these 70 elegant recipes catering for every occasion from the most formal affair to an intimate dinner for two. This authoritative book offers everything the cook can possibly require in order to organise a great party, luncheon or dinner to remember, from advice on planning and table presentation, to tips on ingredients and preparation, to the recipes themselves, all shown in step-by-step photographs for guaranteed success every time you cook. Formal or informal, smart or casual, the comprehensive information and inspirational recipes given here will help any host entertain in the confidence they have created a spectacular lunch or dinner party everyone has enjoyed.

Paperback,  128 pp,  $24.95. Buy now

Good Housekeeping Family Cookbook 
There is a movement now towards families and friends eating together and eating home cooked food with ingredients that are considered. Family Cookbook is about bringing people together to eat simple and good food every day. It is for people who have a family as well as for those who live with friends or a partner. With over 120 recipes divided into chapters including Stocking the Storecupboard, Cooking for One or Two, Cooking with Children, Quick Weekday Meals, Weekend Recipes and Cooking Family Meals for Special Occasions, Family Cookbook is the everyday cookbook you'll turn to again and again for inspiration. Recipes range from the simple, such as pork and noodle stir fry, to encourage non-cooks into the kitchen, to Thai chicken curry and

,  192 pp,  $35.00. Buy now

Festive Food of Mexico, Revised Edition  by Elisabeth Lambert Ortiz
Brings together many favourite recipes illustrating the seasons and celebrations of the Mexican year. This book combines Tortillas, Enchiladas and Guacamole with more unusual dishes, such as Sweet Tamales and the inauspiciously named Bread of the Dead, which contains orange blossom water, and is eaten on All Souls' Day

,  96 pp,  $14.95. Buy now

Festive Food of America, Revised Edition  by Martina Nicolls
The variety of American food owes much to the rich mix of cultures. The abundance of the New World lends itself to the traditional feasts and festivals that are still celebrated by many of the people who found refuge in America, bringing customs from the Old World to blend with the new. This book examines culture and cuisine of America

,  128 pp,  $14.95. Buy now

Festive Food of India and Pakistan  by Louise Nicholson
Examines varying feasts and festivals of the culturally eclectic and colourful part of the world

,  96 pp,  $14.95. Buy now

Festive Food of Italy, Revised Edition  by Maddalena Bonino
It only takes a saint's day or a sagra in the fairground to inspire a mouthwatering menu-in-the-making in any Italian kitchen. And because the Italian cuisine is so rich in fresh flavours and vibrant colours it is perfect for celebrating every festival under the sun. This work talks about the festive food of Italy

,  96 pp,  $14.95. Buy now

Bite Size: Elegant Recipes for Entertaining  by Francois Payard
Cocktail parties are loved by everyone. But fun as they are to attend, the thought of hosting one can be a little daunting - until now. With "Bite Size," legendary chef Fran�ois Payard shows home cooks how to prepare simple, sensational appetisers that will leave guests impressed and hosts with energy to spare. Recipes use simple ingredients for spectacular results such as Prosciutto-Wrapped Gnocchis, Sweet Corn Madeleines with Caviar and Cr�me Fra�che, and Crab and Mango Salad in Apple Cups. Each recipe is accompanied by a lush, full-color photograph of the finished dish. Whip up a few of these easy "Bite Size" treats and pop the cork on a bottle of bubbly - it's time to enjoy the party!

,  170 pp,  $36.99. Buy now

A Passion for Parties  by Carolyne Roehm
Carolyne Roehm, one of America's leading tastemakers, trendsetters, and lifestyle experts showcases her passion for entertaining in this glorious sequel to "At Home with Carolyne Roehm." In "A Passion for Parties," Carolyne Roehm presents her dazzlingly creative ideas for every kind of event, from a black-and-white dinner dance to a spring tulip celebration. Original themes, detailed decorating tips, gorgeous table settings and floral arrangements, as well as more than forty outstanding and surprisingly easy recipes-are all here to lend your next occasion the sumptuous touches that are the hallmarks of Carolyne Roehm's style. The book offers practical advice and inspiration and even a way to partake in these breathtakingly exquisite events,

,  255 pp,  $69.95. Buy now

Rachael Ray's Open House Cookbook: Over 200 Recipes for Easy Entertaining  by Rachael Ray
Rachael Ray's new Open House Cookbook provides a fabulous collection of tempting, easy recipes to entertain a crowd

Paperback,  223 pp,  $25.95. Buy now

As the Tables Turn  by Sue Doody and Michael J. Rosen
Lindey's, the legendary bistro in Columbus 's historic German Village, has served over half a million meals. This is an intimate, hilarious, and most delicious biography of a legendary neighborhood bistro. Includes 25 recipes of classic Lindey's dishes and cocktails

,  320 pp,  $34.95. Buy now

Feast  by Nigella Lawson
Containing over 300 recipes and more than 200 photos, this title talks about families and food, about public holidays and private passions, and about how to celebrate the small pleasures. It includes almost everything from Christmas, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah and Eid, to Passover and Easter; from Meatless Feasts to Midnight Feasts, and more

Paperback,  480 pp,  $55.00. Buy now

Instant Entertaining  by Donna Hay
From an impromptu weeknight dinner for two to a celebration for twelve� instant entertaining is everything you need to make your occasion an instant success. Donna's menu planners provide a simple way to plan the menu from entrees through to dessert. Beautifully packaged in a hardcover format with translucent protective jacket� the book is is photographed in the style for which Donna has become known worldwide.

,  192 pp,  $49.99. Buy now

Holly Clegg's Trim and Terrific Home Entertaining the Easy Way  by Holly Clegg
Updated with Hollys new series look is this beautiful hardcover cookbook for everyone who loves to entertain. Gorgeously illustrated, this cookbook is a complete guide to cooking for company and planning a party-while eating healthy and delicious food! Expert at creating user-friendly recipes tailored to the busy, health-conscious consumer, Holly provides simple and stylish decorating suggestions and tips for advance preparation. From a sumptuous but streamlined spring brunch buffet with Shrimp and Cheese Grits Casserole and Baked Praline Orange French Toast, to a barbecue bash with Glazed Chicken, Roasted Potato Salad, and Pasta Coleslaw, these are recipes that make special occasion cooking seem simple and health-wise, as well as delicious

,  144 pp,  $41.95. Buy now

Simply Green  by Danny Seo
Features 50 projects that are split up into themes - Dinner Under the Stars, Saturday Dinner Party, Housewarming, Beach Party, and Birthday Party. This work presents eco-friendly ideas for throwing the perfect event or get-together.

Hardback,  176 pp,  $27.95. Buy now

Festive Food of Spain  by Nicholas Butcher
The Spanish excel in celebrating their religious and seasonal festivals with style and culinary flair. Make Paella for friends and family for St Lawrence Day or delicious little Casadielles for New Year's Eve. There is even a recipe for Churros (long hot doughnuts) and Hot Chocolate, which should be eaten on the local saint's day, but don't limit yourself to one day for this satisfying combination. These recipes show Spanish cooking at its best with a wealth of fresh and seasonal ingredients. With stunning food and location photography, this book will delight cooks and travellers alike

,   $14.95. Buy now

Festive Food of China  by Deh-Ta Hsiung
Chinese New Year, Festival of the Winter Solstice, The Sacrificial Moon - all these wonderful, vibrant festivals of the Chinese Lunar Year include delicious feasts, which are enjoyed by friends and family. Rustle up Drunken Chicken to celebrate the Birthday of the City Gods, serve a heart-warming Chicken Hot Pot for Little New Year or make tasty Peking Dumplings for New Year's Day. Including colourful location photography, this is a tantalising collection of recipes that will inspire and excite you throughout the year to cook up a Chinese banquet in style

,   $14.95. Buy now