Elegant Entertaining: Unique Ideas for Hosting Festive Gatherings throughout the Holidays
Elegant Entertaining: Unique Ideas for Hosting Festive Gatherings throughout the Holidays

Author: Palmer Friedman

Publisher: Nicholas Horne

Published: 2024-10-26

Total Pages: 162

ISBN-13:

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Elevate your holiday entertaining with this inspiring guide filled with creative ideas for hosting festive gatherings throughout the year. From Christmas to Thanksgiving, Hanukkah to New Year's Eve, this book offers a variety of unique themes, décor suggestions, and menu options to impress your guests. Learn how to create elegant tablescapes, DIY crafts, and unforgettable party favors that will make your celebrations truly memorable. With tips on setting the mood with music, lighting, and ambiance, you'll be able to host stunning events that cater to all of your guests' senses. Whether you're planning a cozy winter night by the fireplace or a lively summer barbecue in the backyard, this book has you covered with seasonal recipes and cocktail suggestions to suit any occasion. From traditional holiday classics to modern twists on familiar favorites, you'll find a range of culinary creations to delight your taste buds and impress your friends and family. And with advice on how to manage logistics, invitations, and logistics, you'll be able to host stress-free gatherings that leave a lasting impression on your guests. With an emphasis on inclusivity and creativity, this book offers tips for accommodating guests with dietary restrictions, crafting personalized décor, and making the most of your budget without sacrificing style. Whether you're a seasoned party planner or a first-time host, this guide will help you navigate the challenges of holiday entertaining with grace and ease. Prepare to dazzle your loved ones with the most enchanting celebrations of the season.

You're Invited
You're Invited

Author: Stephanie Booth Shafran

Publisher: Rizzoli Publications

Published: 2020-02-18

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13: 0847863719

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In her first book, noted hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran shares her secrets for planning and giving brilliantly executed parties at home. Taking at-home entertaining to an entirely new level, sophisticated L.A. hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran--recently named by the Salonniere as one of the top hostesses in Los Angeles--has a gift for celebration. From the table settings to the decor to the color-coordinated menus, every party she hosts showcases a myriad of inspired elements. In her first book, she shows readers how to set the stage for eight parties, from an elegant housewarming in her Jeffrey Bilhuber-decorated home to a classic California pool party to a festive Christmas brunch. She also shares advice on palette creation--blue and white for a ladies' charity luncheon, and deep burgundies for a gentleman's wine and cigar party. Each chapter ends with tips for that theme, whether it is entertaining alfresco or having parties for a charitable purpose. Shafran also includes a guide to her party essentials: inspiration, invitations, flowers, tablescape, linens, seating, the bar, and select recipes.

Confessions of a Serial Entertainer
Confessions of a Serial Entertainer

Author: Steven Stolman

Publisher: Gibbs Smith

Published: 2015-03-09

Total Pages: 310

ISBN-13: 142363716X

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Menus and anecdotes give away one man’s secrets for entertaining in style. Steven Stolman has a gregarious personality. He loves to entertain: cocktail parties in Palm Beach, football game-day gatherings in Wisconsin, family Passover Sedars in Connecticut, and dinner parties in his New York apartment. “Of all our friends, we have the smallest places, yet we seem to do more entertaining than anyone.” It’s about the people and the food, he says. He also loves old community and church cookbooks from the 1950s to the ’70s. And these are his inspirations for party food: dips and cheese spreads with crackers, family recipes for delicious roasts, breakfast casseroles, and desserts. What Stolman confesses is that he hates hostess gifts and isn’t afraid to say so. He advises women not to take a purse to a party and just “tuck it behind here” to avoid holding it—thanks for ruining my furniture arrangement! He advises about the importance of having silver serving pieces and how to dress for a cocktail party or a dinner party (at least try!). And he confesses that even when he has hired servers to pass hors d’oeuvres, he can’t help but carry a tray around himself! This book will give any novice party host ideas and confidence, and it will inspire seasoned hosts to simplify and enjoy the party. Steven Stolman is the author of 40 Years of Fabulous and Scalamandré: Haute Décor. He divides his time among homes in Palm Beach, New York, and Milwaukee.

Town & Country Elegant Entertaining
Town & Country Elegant Entertaining

Author: Francine Maroukian

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 184

ISBN-13: 9781588160096

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Town & Country sets the standard for gracious living, and this most elegant guide to entertaining shows how to make any occasion unforgettable. Each stunning photo is an inspiration: every table looks beautiful, every dish delicious, every decoration exquisite. Whether the plans include a formal dinner, relaxed buffet, cocktail party, open house, or outdoor event, these ideas plus loving, careful planning will ensure success. Here are basic guidelines for being a good host and advice on finding the approach that's right for you and appropriate to the celebration. Inside stories from those renowned for their entertaining abilities reveal how they make people feel comfortable and get them to mingle, how they handle the cooking and decorating, and how they stay cool and collected through it all."The author lives in Philidelphia, PA."

Entertaining with Disney
Entertaining with Disney

Author: Amy Croushorn

Publisher: Insight Editions

Published: 2019-09-24

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 1683836545

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Celebrate your love of Disney with this gorgeous guide to creating magical and memorable events. Does your best friend love The Little Mermaid? Is your Lion King-obsessed sister hosting a baby shower? Would your family movie night benefit from a little Aladdin magic? This is the party planning guide for you! Entertaining With Disney is the only official Disney guide to exceptional events ranging from Halloween pumpkin carving, elegant dinner parties, fun birthday bashes, and sophisticated New Year eve soirees. Written by party planning expert Amy Croushorn, this is a must-have event planning guide for Disney Princesses of all ages. — Over 90 years of Disney Inspiration in One Book. From Mickey Mouse to The Little Mermaid, to Frozen, this book is rich with Disney history and beloved characters. — A party for every occasion. With ideas spanning Brunches, Barbecues, Birthdays and Dinner Parties, this is a true year-round event planning guide for all Disney fans. — Elegant Recipes. Learn how to make Ariel’s Ocean Toast, Simba’s Charcuterie Board, Elsa’s Eggnog and many more Disney themed dishes, drinks, and desserts. — Stunning Decorations. Parties are more than just food! Dress up your event with easy to make items such as a “Never Grow Up” party backdrop, Magic Carpet Picnic Blanket, and a Maleficent Welcome Wreath.

Bite Size
Bite Size

Author: Francois Payard

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 2006-10-17

Total Pages: 180

ISBN-13: 0060887222

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From the elegant hors d'oeuvres to the sparkling Champagne, 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 François Payard shows home cooks how to prepare simple, sensational appetizers that will leave guests impressed and hosts with energy to spare. François knows how to throw a good party. In addition to his renowned New York restaurant, Payard Pâtisserie & Bistro, he runs the upscale catering company Tastings. Several times a week, he prepares sophisticated canapés and light bites for hundreds of people. In Bite Size, he presents a collection of his favorite recipes made easy for everyday cooks. Along with chapters on meat, fish, vegetable, and cheese hors d'oeuvres, François includes a wealth of helpful hosting tips, hints, and serving suggestions—try serving soup in shot glasses, for example. The innovative recipes use simple, easy-to-find ingredients for spectacular results such as Prosciutto-Wrapped Gnocchis, Sweet Corn Madeleines with Caviar and Crème Fraîche, 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!

Entertaining Chic!
Entertaining Chic!

Author: Claudia Taittinger

Publisher: Rizzoli Publications

Published: 2020-09-15

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 0847862240

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Claudia Taittinger, of the famed Taittinger Champagne family, shares her secrets for hosting successful dinner parties with sophistication and style, including tried-and-true recipes sure to delight even the most discerning guest. Having played host to high society from Paris to New York and learned the art of cooking and presentation from some of France's most celebrated chefs at the Hôtel de Crillon in Paris, Claudia Taittinger is a consummate entertainer and bon vivant--who can really cook. Elegance, refinement, and graciousness color every detail of every delightful and delicious occasion. Drawing on traditional rules of French savoir faire, Taittinger guides readers to hosting unforgettable events. Starting with the type of occasion--from sophisticated formal parties to holiday gatherings and intimate dinners--and using exquisite photography, she illustrates how to tailor the table and create the appropriate mood and ambience. Each event is paired with mouthwatering recipes, from a classic Eggplant Terrine and always comforting Salmon Coulibiac to a delicious Duck Breast with Roasted Figs and Wild Mushrooms. Taittinger deftly combines colors, finishes, textures, and floral arrangements to set the stage for the perfect occasion while sharing time-honored principles of social etiquette, making the grandeur of the Parisian lifestyle accessible for everyone and inspiring the reader to host dinner parties with incomparable French flair.

Simply Divine
Simply Divine

Author: Lisa Vanderpump

Publisher: Running Press Adult

Published: 2011-11-08

Total Pages: 261

ISBN-13: 076244522X

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Lisa Vanderpump has become the breakout star of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Her unique mix of sparkling glamour and down-to-earth style has appealed to thousands of fans. On the show, viewers can see her hosting dinner parties and running her popular Beverly Hills restaurant Villa Blanca with what can best be termed "easy elegance." Now Lisa shares her tips and tricks for creating the perfect gathering: whether you're hosting a cozy winter dinner for six, throwing a poolside BBQ, or just hanging out with your closest friends, Lisa has just the menu and entertaining hints that will make it both simple AND divine. Lisa offers simple d'cor ideas and more than 50 recipes in mix-and-match menus for any kind of "Day", including: - Cozy Days: Wintry days, rainy days, snuggle-in days -; Sexy Days: Intimate Dinners for 2020 by the fireside or by candlelight -; Days to Impress: Formal dinners fit for friends, heads of state..or when the boss comes to dine. -; Holidays: Celebrations, English Christmas, New Year's, Anniversaries -; Sunny Days: Picnics, Pool Parties, and Barbecues -; Lazy Days: Informal Get-togethers, lunches, having the girlfriends over -; Darling Days: Tea parties, baby showers and kids' parties -; Frantic Days: 10-minute meals to whip up from pantry staples

Martha's Entertaining
Martha's Entertaining

Author: Martha Stewart

Publisher: Clarkson Potter

Published: 2011-10-25

Total Pages: 434

ISBN-13: 0307396460

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In this exquisite and very personal book, Martha Stewart welcomes you into her world, where she entertains in the expressive and beautiful style that she has made so famous. Whether a simple blueberry breakfast on a Sunday morning in Maine or a more lavish holiday dinner at Bedford, each of the gatherings is equally memorable, for what Martha cherishes above all is spending time and sharing delicious food with her family and friends. “A meal of substantial finger foods with ingenious cocktails, a sit-down formal dinner, a buffet supper, or something more relaxed such as a backyard barbecue—each is a welcome and inviting way to entertain,” writes Martha. Featuring elegant and casual affairs held throughout the year and a diverse collection of enticing recipes, Martha’s Entertaining shows us—in the broadest and most lovely fashion—what it really means to entertain and host today. From an afternoon Easter egg hunt for children to a festive Halloween dinner held inside her horse stable; from a sophisticated cocktail party on a friend’s yacht in New York Harbor to a spring garden fête amid the most glorious beds of peonies, Martha’s parties offer a glimpse inside her beautiful homes. Each is unforgettable and endlessly inspiring. All of the events feature menus and stories for dreaming and planning, as well as delicious yet approachable recipes: Tomato and Gruyère Toasts, Mini Crab Cakes with Tarragon Tartar Sauce, Tiny Tuna Burgers, Leek and Porcini Risotto, Wild-Mushroom Lasagna, Braised Short Ribs, Roast Turkey Breast with Sage Butter, Rhubarb Crumbles, Blueberry Jam Tartlets, and Chocolate Honey Ice Cream with Butterscotch Sauce, plus some of Martha’s favorite drinks, including Pomegranate Cosmopolitans and Honeydew Mojitos. Mix and match the recipes to create your own distinctive occasion. Set among Martha’s dining rooms, kitchens, gardens, and patios, this is her most intimate book yet, a new classic for hosts and home cooks of every generation.