Fans of a certain multi-award-winning HBO® dramatic series and lovers of fine eating everywhere made The Sopranos Family Cookbook a runaway #1 bestseller, thanks to its intimate vignettes and delectable Old Country recipes. But that just got the party started. Now comes the ultimate guide to making every event the perfect occasion, served up by the Garden State’s …
Dishes is the dish obsessive’s dream come true―a definitive guide to the colorful, wonderful dinner plate, with hundreds of patterns organized thematically and annotated with historical details and charming anecdotes that span centuries and continents. The book is chock-full of everything a dish lover could hope for, including more than 600 of history’s most stunning plates; profiles of …
This book has been written for the modern cook who doesn’t do pointless garnishes or serviette origami, and who likes nothing more than bringing people together around a table—or a picnic blanket—preferring to enjoy guests’ company rather than sweat away in the kitchen.Journalist and former magazine editor Sasha Wilkins of LibertyLondonGirl.com has been cooking for her family and …
This title provides innovative designs for easy-to-sew or no-sew edge finishing and embellishing and techniques for super-fast folded …
In Tablescapes: Setting the Table with Style and Flair, socialite, high-end event planner, and consummate hostess Kimberly Schlegel Whitman shows how to set the stage for special-occasion meals by setting a beautifully creative table with flair and panache. Featuring some of the most exquisite china, silver, and crystal, Whitman shows how she develops decorating themes appropriate for any …
Your table is not only the place where you gather for meals–it is also a canvas for your creativity and for the treasures you’ve gathered over the years. Each day offers you a chance to surround yourself with what you love, whether you’re enjoying cereal from a punchy yellow gnome bowl, inviting friends over to test your latest …
Every occasion calls out for something extra, whether it’s flowers you set on the table, foods to honor a special gathering, or the selection of music. For both hostess and guest, consideration of those around you is among the most important qualities for any enjoyable occasion. A smile and sense of humor are also essential, and before the …
With inspiration and zest, a host of talented quilters bring a smorgasbord of exciting projects to the table! Enjoy stunning graphic designs by Natalie Barnes, Audrie Bidwell, Josée Carrier, Jenifer Dick, Amy Ellis, Heather Jones, Thomas Knauer, Jessica Levitt, Angela Walters, and Candi Weinrick.Feast your eyes on 11 tantalizing quilt runners ranging from modern to traditional–a great valueTry …
Tabletops: Easy, Practical, Beautiful Ways to Decorate the Table
Hospitality is the art of generously welcoming guests into your home, and Barbara Milo Ohrbach’s Tabletops will make this a delightful experience for all to share.Whether you are having a party, sitting down with friends and family, or celebrating a holiday, the pleasures of eating at a beautiful table help to make the meal truly memorable. In this …
The Menu: Development, Strategy, and Application offers an indispensable business resource for creative culinarian and hospitality manager students transitioning into careers. This text bridges understanding and action by avoiding a prescriptive approach in favor of recommendations and examples of best practices that bolster the creative process. Contextual exercises throughout each chapter help today’s student actively transform learning …