Your neighbor denounces cellular telephones as instruments of the devil. Your niece swears that no one expects thank-you letters anymore. Your father-in-law insists that married women have to take their husbands' names. Your guests plead that asking them to commit themselves to attending your party ruins the spontaneity. Who is right? Miss Manners, of course. With all those amateurs issuing unauthorized etiquette pronouncements, aren't you glad that there is a gold standard to consult about what has really changed and what has not? The freshly updated version of the classic bestseller includes the latest letters, essays, and illustrations, along with the laugh-out-loud wisdom of Miss Manners as she meets the new millennium of American misbehavior head-on. This wickedly witty guide rules on the challenges brought about by our ever-evolving society, once again proving that etiquette, far from being an optional extra, is the essential currency of a civilized world.

The third book with kate spade new york, all in good taste is a charming entertaining guide to throwing chic, stylish get-togethers. The culture of entertaining is just as important as the food and drinks you serve, the flowers on your table and the music on your speakers; all in good taste sends rigid rules out the door and invites in unpretentious ideas that are easy, festive, and authentic, always with an air of deliberate polish. Filled with how-to's, personal essays, anecdotes, menus, tips, recipes and a liberal dash of style, all in good taste will transform you into the hostess everyone wants an invitation from. The book covers all of the essential lost arts-how to shuck an oyster, curating a stellar guest list, dinner-table topics, cocktails in the city-right alongside modern conundrums like food photo etiquette and innovations like serving pot pies in teacups. Whether you entertain a little or a lot, or just love being the person everyone wants to sit next to at dinner, all in good taste is the modern classic you'll treasure and dog-ear for years.

Though many of the rules deal with matters of etiquette--such as whom should rise for whom in mixed company--many concern far deeper matters that touch on personal philosophies about judgment, honor, success and conscience. As a peek into the manners of a bygone age, this is an intriguing work. As a peek into a great mean in his formative years, this is an extraordinary one.He was an American Founding Father and the new nation's first president, but before that, GEORGE WASHINGTON(1732-1799) was an excruciatingly correct child with a passion for propriety. At the age of 14, he copied out 110 rules for elegant deportment from a work created by Jesuits in the 16th century as a guide for young gentlemen of quality, and through these rules, which he took greatly to heart, we can see the beginning of the man Washington would become taking shape.

"Here it is - the much-requested book to answer all your party needs and put your mind at rest when cooking for a crowd." - Mary Berry In this extra-special updated edition of Mary Berry's popular entertaining cookbook, Mary makes cooking for gatherings of family and friends easy, with over 160 recipes that work well for both small and large numbers of guests. Lavish new photography and bonus festive recipes make this edition a precious self-purchase or an ideal gift for any Mary fan. You'll discover how Mary cooks for her family and friends during the Christmas party season, and for other occasions and celebrations throughout the year. Her timeless guidance and expert tips will help you cater smoothly and successfully on a small scale for dinners and lunches around a table, or on a larger scale for drinks parties, buffets and teatime. Adapting quantities is made easy. Recipes provide two sets of ingredients for serving either 6 or 12 guests, plus there is new advice on how to scale up recipes for any number. Discover tips for preparing in advance, simple shortcuts and stylish presentation ideas - and cook up a feast the stress-free way with Mary.

What if Questlove threw a potluck dinner, and everybody came? He picked the guests. The guests picked the recipes. The result is the ultimate potluck cookbook Questlove is best known for his achievements in the music world, but his interest in food runs a close second. He has hosted a series of renowned Food Salons and conversations with some of America's most prominent chefs. Now he is turning his hand to creating a cookbook. In Mixtape Potluck Cookbook, Questlove imagines the ultimate potluck dinner party, inviting more than fifty chefs, entertainers, and musicians-such as Eric Ripert, Natalie Portman, and Q-Tip-and asking them to bring along their favorite recipes. He also pairs each cook with a song that he feels best captures their unique creative energy. The result is not only an accessible, entertaining cookbook, but also a collection of Questlove's diverting musical commentaries as well as an illustration of the fascinating creative relationship between music and food. With Questlove's unique style of hosting dinner parties and his love of music, food, and entertaining, this book will give readers unexpected insights into the relationship between culture and food. Disclaimer: The cover material for this book is meant to mimic the texture and tactile qualities of tinfoil and is intentional.

ENTERTAIN WITH STYLE AND FRESHNESS! Libation-loving siblings Andre and Tenaya Darlington show you how to make cocktails from every era, reimagined for a contemporary palate. Dial back the sugar, and load up on quality ingredients. The New Cocktail Hour shows you how to mix incredible craft cocktails and gives you a complete history of classic recipes and spirits. You've never seen a cocktail book like this before! Unique features include: 214 vintage and modern recipes, complete with tasting notes Tips on pairing cocktails with everything from pizza to oysters Suggested brands for building a well-stocked bar Seasonal ideas for syrups, shrubs, and garden-to-glass drinks Advice for hosting craft cocktails parties at home

Starting a tea room? Have a tea room, bored with your same old recipes? Need new recipes? This cookbook is for you! Master Tea Room Recipes is a collection more than 100 afternoon tea recipes from the award winning tea room, An Afternoon to Remember. Each recipe is formulated to serve large quantities of people and is written in a step-by-step format so it's easy for your staff to prepare. Need a fabulous chicken sandwich recipe for 100? It's here in this book. Need to make soup for 40 people? We'll show you how in this book! Wondering how in the world you can serve 100 sandwiches in one morning? We'll show you how. Our collection includes tips on preparing items ahead of time, planning menus, making scones, making and storing tea sandwiches, sample menus and more! If you're just starting a tea room you must have this book! It will save you tons of time and money!

MAKE YOUR CELEBRATIONS MEMORABLE! Packed with planning strategy and original ideas, Celebrate Everything!, from recognized celebrations expert Darcy Miller, is the ultimate guide to making special occasions unforgettable. Darcy invites readers to dozens of parties she's thrown, and shares hundreds of chic and cheerful ideas for ways to make a celebration personal. It's a blueprint for making the best occasions in life even better, filled with fun ideas to inspire: * everything from baby showers to birthday parties plus themes that turn any day into a celebration* D.I.Y. craft projects and recipes* insider sources and pro tips* Darcy's own inspirations

Farewell to faux pas! South Korea is one of the greatest economic success stories of the past 60 years, and more and more Westerners are traveling to this bustling, modern country for business and pleasure. But no matter why you visit, an understanding of Korea's etiquette and culture is essential to an enjoyable and successful trip. With Etiquette Guide to Korea, you'll never need to worry about making an embarrassing mistake. This authoritative guide covers everything the courteous traveler needs to know, including the importance of names and how to use them, shaking hands versus bowing, table manners for celebrations and everyday meals, and how to negotiate in Korea. Also included are invaluable lists of Korean vocabulary and helpful phrases, making this book the most important item you can pack for your trip or extended stay in Korea.

Always be on your very best behaviour and avoid those small yet utterly cringeworthy social gaffes by doing things the 'right way'. This work corrects over 40 errant actions displayed by the modern miss and mister, from loading the toilet roll incorrectly to flamboyant public sneezing. Graded in difficulty, the reader progresses through the programme at their own pace (it even explains how to accept the barrage of compliments your beautiful behaviour will attract). Every entry is gathered from international experts, supported by no-nonsense illustrations (showing the wrong and the right ways) to smooth every student of etiquette through the minefield of manners.

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From one of America's finest food writers, the former restaurant critic for "The New York Times, "comes a definitive, timeless guide to Thanksgiving dinner--preparing it, surviving it, and pulling it off in style.
From the planning of the meal to the washing of the last plate, Thanksgiving poses more--and more vexing--problems for the home cook than any other holiday. In this smartly written, beautifully illustrated, recipe-filled book, Sam Sifton, the "Times"'s resident Thanksgiving expert, delivers a message of great comfort and solace: There is no need for fear. You can cook a great meal on Thanksgiving. You can have a great time.
With simple, fool-proof recipes for classic Thanksgiving staples, as well as new takes on old standbys, this book will show you that the fourth Thursday of November does not have to be a day of kitchen stress and family drama, of dry stuffing and sad, cratered pies. You can make a better turkey than anyone has ever served you in your life, and you can serve it with gravy that is not lumpy or bland but a salty balm, rich in flavor, that transforms all it touches. Here are recipes for exciting side dishes and robust pies and festive cocktails, instructions for setting the table and setting the mood, as well as cooking techniques and menu ideas that will serve you all year long, whenever you are throwing a big party. Written for novice and experienced cooks alike, "Thanksgiving: How to Cook It Well" is your guide to making Thanksgiving the best holiday of the year. It is not fantasy. If you prepare, it will happen. And this book will show you how.
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"If you don't have "Thanksgiving, " you are not really having Thanksgiving. This book is as essential to the day as the turkey itself. It's an expert, gently opinionated guide to everything from the cranberry sauce to the table setting to the divvying up of the leftovers, but it's also a paean to the holiday and an evocation of both its past and its promising future. Sam Sifton's Thanksgiving world is the one I want to live in."--Gabrielle Hamilton, bestselling author of "Blood, Bones, & Butter"
"The charm of Sam Sifton's "Thanksgiving" is that he proposes that home cooks treat this culinary Olympics like any other dinner party--don't panic, deconstruct your tasks into bite-size pieces, and conquer that fear of failure. Sam could talk a fledgling doctor through his first open-heart surgery. It's all here--from brining to spatchcocking, sides to desserts--and served up with a generous dollop of reassuring advice from one of America's most notable food writers."--Christopher Kimball, editor of "Cook's Illustrated" and host of "America's Test Kitchen"

Inside these pages Martha shares all her best good things - the original life hacks for the home - to make your life easier, more fun, more delicious, and more efficient. These practical tricks cover all areas of Martha's domestic expertise, including cooking, crafting, gardening, organising, entertaining, and more. From clever ways to solve common problems (use lip balm to lubricate a stuck zipper) to time-saving tricks (label window screens to avoid confusion when they come down for cleaning) to stress reducers (colour-code kids' bathroom gear to make mornings less hectic), every one of these ideas will make you wonder, 'Why didn't I think of that?' Also included are ways to use what you have (infuse vinegar with herb blossoms), streamline your stuff (use just a few handy tools for many different purposes), or just make life a little more luxurious (serve party snacks in pretty decanters). Whether functional, delightful, or a little bit of both, these are the details that enliven and inspire every day - that's a good thing!

Isa Moskowitz is the vegan punk rock version of Ina Garten: a cook and lifestyle idol for a growing population. This is Isa's highly anticipated holiday cookbook--a book about entertaining that actually entertains. Here, she shows how make hosting all kinds of gatherings a breeze, with 150 mouthwatering new recipes designed to please any palate and fit any celebration, even when guests are picky, allergic, or carnivorous. You'll find menus for any situation (from Thanksgiving and Christmas to Cinco de Mayo and the Super Bowl) and a wealth of crowd-pleasing recipes like Buffalo Cauliflower, Cream of Porcini Mushroom Soup, Chipotle Mac and Cheese with Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Almond Crusted French Toast, Irish Creme Whoopie Pies, and more. With advice on everything from holiday parties to casual get-togethers like BBQs and brunch, The Superfun Times Vegan Holiday Cookbook is an accessible and fun breath of fresh air that can improve any and every celebration

This beautiful guide includes creative ways to style a table - for dinner, a cocktail party, brunch, picnic in the park, and other fun occasions. Whatever the size of your home or budget, How to Set a Table features stylish, modern ideas for welcoming friends and family in your home. This pretty gift book serves as a practical step-by-step guide to entertaining - with information on etiquette, place setting basics, centerpieces, mixing and matching, essential glassware, napkin folds, and unexpected ideas for using the great tableware you can find at flea markets. How to Set a Table updates a classic topic for a new generation of hosts.

Are You Ready to Dine and Party Like it's the 1920s? Step into the Jazz Age world of The Great Gatsby. Integrated with today's food variety and culinary creativity-and updated by award-winning chef Ron Oliver-this easy, entertaining cookbook gives you everything you need to put on the perfect 1920s theme event or to just enjoy easy lunch, dinner, and party suggestions for four or more. Add a dash of cocktail recipes served during Prohibition, a dollop of the fashion of the flappers, and an exciting garnish of the magical music of the Jazz Age to create your perfect soundtrack! The result? A deliciously delightful feast to titillate the taste buds and stimulate the senses for a memorable meal and glorious gathering of any size! Get ready to indulge in five fabulous parties and mealtimes mentioned in both F. Scott Fitzgerald's literary classic and big screen adaptations of The Great Gatsby: * The 1920s version of high tea, la-di-da or not * A fun, festive, and fantastic ladies' luncheon * The diner-style comfort food you might get at a Speakeasy (if you knew the password!) * A yummy five-course, homestyle sit-down dinner * An easy-to-prepare, casual to formal, pull-out-all-the-stops party This appetizing, full flavor spectrum cookbook of classic American cuisine features: * Step-by-step party prep timelines to make putting together any size event as low stress as possible * Recipes for eight that are easily adjusted up or down * A champagne and bubbly guide * Quotes from The Great Gatsby * 1920s music and fashion tips, plus fun facts about the times People in the Roaring '20s really knew how to celebrate and eat. Now it's our turn!

During almost two decades of catering everything from the Academy Awards to a fete for Queen Elizabeth to an intimate dinner for Julia Child to a “Roller-Disco” Bat Mitzvah, Nicole Aloni has learned more than a few tricks-of-the-trade. And whether you’re planning your umpteenth dinner for twelve, or you’ve only just figured out that there’s a kitchen in your apartment, Secrets From a Caterer’s Kitchen is the manual on entertaining.

This comprehensive, accessible and easy-to-use book offers insider tips and guidance about:

Whether it’s a candlelight dinner, a kid’s birthday party, or a holiday extravaganza, you can put on a show like a pro—and keep your guests guessing—with Secrets from a Caterer’s Kitchen!

A gorgeous, full-color illustrated cookbook and personal cultural history, filled with 100 mouthwatering recipes from around the world, that celebrates the culinary traditions of strong, empowering immigrant women and the remarkable diversity that is American food. Born in Italy, Anna Francese Gass came to the United States as a young child and grew up eating her mother's Italian cooking. But when this professional cook realized she did not know how to make her family's beloved meatballs-a recipe that existed only in her mother's memory-Anna embarked on a project to record and preserve her mother's recipes for generations to come. In addition to her recipes, Anna's mother shared stories from her life in Italy that her daughter had never heard before, fascinating tales that whetted Anna's appetite to learn more. So, Anna began reaching out to her friends whose mothers were also immigrants, and soon she was cooking with dozens of women who were eager to share their unique memories and the foods of their homelands. In Heirloom Kitchen, Anna brings together the stories and dishes of forty strong, exceptional women, all immigrants to the United States, whose heirloom recipes have helped shape the landscape of American food. Organized by region, the 100 tantalizing recipes include: Magda's Pork Adobo from the Phillippines Shari's Fesenjoon, a walnut and pomegranate stew, from Iran Tina's dumplings from Northern China Anna's mother's meatballs from Southern Italy In addition to the dishes, these women share their recollections of coming to America-stories of hardship and happiness-that illuminate the power of food, and how cooking became a comfort and a respite in a new land for these women, as well as a tether to their native cultural identities. Accented with 175 photographs, including food shots, old family photographs, and ephemera of the cooks' first years in America-such as Soon's recipe book pristinely handwritten in Korean or the measuring cup Anke tucked into her suitcase before leaving Germany-Heirloom Kitchen is a testament to female empowerment and strength, perseverance, diversity, and inclusivity. It is a warm and inspiring reminder that the story of immigrant food is, at its core, a story of America. Profiled women and countries: Gina (Calabria, Italy) Maria (Calabria, Italy) Lisetta (Sardinia, Italy) Kanella (Greece) Stacey (Scotland) Emilia (Ukraine) Tsilia (Ukraine) Marina (Moscow) Bea (Serbia) Monika (Poland) Susanne (Hamburg, Germany) Anke (Berlin, Germany) Tina (North China) Daisy (South China) Chizuko (Japan) Soon (Korea) Magda (Philippines) Lydia (Philippines) Khurshed (India) Shobhana (India) Shari (Iran) Cheri (Iraq) Lucy (Armenia) Irene (Lebanon) Shekaiba (Afghanistan) Fethie (Palestine) Nikita (Haiti) Janet (Mexico) Haydee (Puerto Rico) Rocio (Peru) Angela (Cuba) Maria (Dominican Republic) Morgana (Brazil) Sheila (Panama) Jennipher (Ghana) Safoi (Morocco) Amina (Egypt)

This follow-up to Julia s bestseller Julia Reed s South showcases her entertaining know-how and that of her noted chef friends and her love of New Orleans. Held in a variety of venues, from courtyards to gracious interior spaces, the gatherings menus include such dishes as grillades, grits, and seafood gumbo, and cocktails ranging from the traditional Sazerac to a Satsuma Margarita. Featured are an elegant holiday dinner, a crawfish boil, and a lunch under the live oaks. All are presented in luscious photographs and include tips on setting tables, arranging flowers, and crafting playlists to create a festive mood. Julia s introduction traces the evolution of New Orleans cuisine, from its Creole beginnings to the culinary contributions of other ethnic groups. Sidebars cover iconic watering holes and local specialties such as the po-boy and the muffuletta, as well as events ranging from Mardi Gras to raucous St. Patrick s Day. This enticing cookbook is the ultimate primer is for every party-giver and anyone interested in laissez bons temps roulez.

Cake and style queen Katherine Sabbath has long known the heartwarming effect of bringing a knockout cake or a plate of brownies to a party or gathering. As a self-confessed introvert, she learnt early in life that baking sweet treats to share is a powerful tool to connect with people and show them she cared. In Bake My Day, Kat shares over 50 of her most beloved bakes so that you too can sprinkle sweet joy everywhere you go. Start off simple with Crack for Chocolate Lovers or Instant-Hit Caramel Slice, flex your spatula with Rose and Fig Love Cakes or a Rippin' Raspberry Slice, then go next-level with the Choc-Studded Party Starter or Vintage Dreams Showstopper. With clear instructions, step-by-step photography and the most wonderfully outrageous designs, Kat provides all you need to bake your way to people's hearts at your next staff morning tea, local fundraiser or birthday party. Ready to bake someone's day?