History students and Victorian enthusiasts looking for comprehensive information on dining practices of Victorian America will find this book a vital resource. Revealing the history of 19th-century dining, clothing, and etiquette, the volume includes sample menus and explicit instructions explaining how to recreate a dinner, tea, breakfast, or lunch in the 21st century. Collectors of china, crystal, and silver will also find this book helpful because it provides a photograph of each piece of tableware that was used, with a history and description of the item.

After explaining the different dining styles and the way they evolved into rituals of the Victorian era, a formal dinner is examined course by course. The Schollanders present the history and uses of various wines and show they were matched with different foods. They also explain the evolution of silver, crystal, and china pieces. Additionally the book includes an explanation of the seating order at the Victorian table, correct Victorian table manners, invitations and menu cards, correct dress for dinner guests, correct table settings, the role of servants, and step-by-step instructions for recreating a formal Victorian dinner, tea, breakfast, or lunch.

The Book of the Courtier, Baldassare Castiglione's classic account of Renaissance court life, offers profound insight into the refined behavior which defined the era's ruling class. The courtly customs and manners of Italy to a great extent characterized the Renaissance, which elevated art and expression to new heights. Baldassare Castiglione published this book with the intention of chronicling the manners, customs and traditions which underpinned how courtiers, nobles, and their servants, behaved. Although ostensibly a book of etiquette and good conduct, Castiglione's treatise carries enormous historical value. He derived his observations directly from the many gatherings and receptions conducted by society's elite. Conversations with the officials, diplomats and nobility of the era further enhanced the accuracy of this book, imbuing it with an authenticity seldom seen elsewhere.

"Where IS Your Mother?" offers answers to the everyday questions regarding basic etiquette and simple grace. Fun, easy, and informative, this guide will open the doors to rediscovering the importance and ease of basic etiquette and simple grace in today's world. This is not "just another book on etiquette"-each chapter is filled with sound information and great tips presented in a simple, informative, and straightforward manner. The easy strategies for more gracious living within are founded on classic eighteenth-century guidelines, re-imagined for today's considerably more complicated life, society, and lifestyles. Many basic (and not-so-basic) etiquette questions are addressed, along with the mystery of whether or not Grandma was really telling the truth about the power of the magic words of etiquette: "please, thank you, " and "excuse me. "The presentation of these guidelines has been simplified, eliminating the intimidation of the subject matter, but the basics are very much in line with the Old World etiquette lessons-lessons that author Ava Carroll-Brown feels should not only be taught and followed but practiced regularly. "Where IS Your Mother?" is a wonderful addition to any reference library and the perfect gift for anyone at any occasion.

The ultimate recipe collection for feeding a crowd When the mood calls for food that feeds the people we love, this every-eventuality entertaining bible will have you covered. With over 400 recipes and page after page of mouthwatering photographs, this book is filled with dishes to suit all types of gatherings and celebrations. There are canapes and slow cooks, brunches, bakes and barbecue spreads, as well as meat, fish and vegetarian dishes and the most decadent seasonal feasts. What's more, every recipe has been Triple-Tested in the Good Housekeeping kitchens to ensure it works perfectly, every time. From one of the world's most trusted brands, this book is full of convivial, flavour-packed food to reunite over and indulge in.

El arte de servir a los demas nos ayuda a conocer el mundo de otra manera."40 anos de experiencia en servicio al cliente interno y externo, tanto en mi pais Republica Dominicana como en la ciudad de Nueva York y Nueva Jersey en Estados Unidos. Este libro servira de gran aporte al conocimiento de aquellos que deseen convertirse en servidores profesionales brindando asi un excelente servicio hasta a los clientes mas exigentes. Un bartender debe de tener amplios conocimientos practicos y teoricos de coctelerias, licores y en general de todo cuanto concierne a su labor profesional. El camarero profesional es una persona con caracteristicas excepcionales, sus cualidades deben ser numerosas, ademas de necesitar una buena salud fisica, mental y emocional. Ser un camarero profesional requiere experiencia pero mas que eso requiere un alto grado de relaciones humanas, disciplina, responsabilidad y entusiasmo. El conocimiento incompleto de sus responsabilidades puede resultar en un servicio deficiente.