From awkward schoolgirl to Caterer to the Stars, Mary Giuliani weaves together a collection of hilarious memories, from professional growing pains to her long journey to motherhood, never losing her sense of humor and her love for everyone’s favorite party food, pigs in a blanket.

Mary’s utterly unremarkable childhood was everything she didn’t want: hailing from a deeply loving yet overprotective Italian family in an all-Jewish enclave on Long Island. All she wanted was to fit in (be Jewish) and become famous (specifically a cast member on Saturday Night Live). With an easy, natural storytelling sensibility, Mary shares her journey from a cosseted childhood home to the stage and finally to the party, accidentally landing what she now refers to as “the breakthrough role of a lifetime” catering to a glittery list of stars she once hoped to be part of herself.

Fresh, personal, and full of Mary’s humorous, self-deprecating, and can-do attitude against all odds, you’ll want to see where each shiny silver tray of hors d’oeuvres takes her next. You never know when the humble hot dog will be a crucial ingredient in the recipe for success, in building a business or simply making life more delicious.

Host Simple Backyard Gatherings with a Lavish Outdoor Living Aesthetic"With recipes and pairings that are as gorgeous as they are delicious, The Outdoor Table will completely change your next alfresco meal." -Lisa Dawn Bolton, author of On Boards #1 New Release in Garden Furnishings, Table Setting, Brunch & Tea, Family Activities, Salads, and Cookies, Holidays, and Decorating Create gorgeous get togethers that are fun for everyone-including you Bring simple-yet-beautiful entertaining to your own backyard, the park, the beach, the forest, or other outdoor spots. Perfect for anyone who is searching for innovative hosting ideas, is a fan of fresco dining, or has an open-air space that is ideal for outside fun, The Outdoor Table gives you the tools to take your get-togethers from mundane to fabulous. Outdoor living made delightful. You can sit back with loved ones, mingle with coworkers, or host a group in en plein air and see just how simple outdoor entertaining can be. This laid-back outdoor living kit helps you host like a pro. Author Alanna O'Neil shares her insights and strategies for creating simple-yet-elegant gatherings, and with her help, you can create them too. Find the perfect aesthetic party decor to set the stage, create simple-yet-scrumptious bites your guests will love, and tuck away perfectly curated recipe lists for future gatherings while you enjoy endless conversations with company. With The Outdoor Table, you'll be the go-to host for anything under the sun-or stars. Inside this unique party book, you'll find: Aesthetic party essentials like decor and innovative location suggestions Dinner party do's-from delectable dishes to table setting displays Recipes that allow you to get out of the kitchen and spend time with your friends If you liked Nothing Fancy, Tables & Spreads, or Barefoot Contessa Parties!, you'll love The Outdoor Table.

Save time getting meals to the table with simple, homestyle recipes that can be ready in a jiffy! Bbrimming with over 200 recipes for whipping up quick & easy meals for a hungry family. Every recipe features shortcut ingredients, quick-to-fix directions or handy make-ahead tips. Inside you'll find: Time-saving shortcuts to shave minutes off of prep time Make-ahead tips that make mealtime a breeze Time-saving shortcuts to shave minutes off of prep time Make-ahead tips that make mealtime a breeze Ingredient swaps to help customize recipes

How to face the big occasion with confidence and carry it off with style. So you will be 'saying a few words' on the Big Day. The problem is, we don't get much practice, do we? That's why this practical book will prove so useful to you. Whether you are the best man, the bridegroom, the father of the bride, or other speaker, you will find all the tips and advice you need to prepare and deliver a brilliant, unique and memorable speech that even the most seasoned public speaker would be proud of! Now in its fully revised and updated 7th edition. Contents: Preface; 1. Etiquette and all that; 2. Preparing a great speech; 3. Getting mentally prepared; 4. Rehearsing and delivering your speech; 5. Making the father of the bride's speech; 6. Making the bridegroom's speech; 7. Making the best man's speech; 8. Other speeches; Resources; Index.

Have you ever wished you could live in an earlier, more romantic era? Ladies, welcome to the 19th century, where there's arsenic in your face cream, a pot of cold pee sits under your bed, and all of your underwear is crotchless. (Why? Shush, dear. A lady doesn't question.) UNMENTIONABLE is your hilarious, illustrated, scandalously honest (yet never crass) guide to the secrets of Victorian womanhood, giving you detailed advice on: ~ What to wear ~ Where to relieve yourself ~ How to conceal your loathsome addiction to menstruating ~ What to expect on your wedding night ~ How to be the perfect Victorian wife ~ Why masturbating will kill you ~ And more Irresistibly charming, laugh-out-loud funny, and featuring nearly 200 images from Victorian publications, UNMENTIONABLE will inspire a whole new level of respect for Elizabeth Bennett, Scarlet O'Hara, Jane Eyre, and all of our great, great grandmothers. (And it just might leave you feeling ecstaticallygrateful to live in an age of pants, super absorbency tampons, epidurals, anti-depressants, and not-dying-of-the-syphilis-your-husband-brought-home.)

Home is where the heart ought to be. But nowadays too many of us are missing the human connection and emotional replenishment that only a rewarding home life can bestow. Designer Rosanna Bowles wants to change that. In Coming Home, she shares a year-round plan for establishing traditions-and, in the process, making memories-that will restore home to its central place in your family's life. Taking her cues from the seasons' changing moods-spring's awakening, summer's vibrancy, fall's bittersweet transition, and winter's introspection-Bowles creates a calendar of activities, rituals, and celebrations that will bring you back home in the deepest and most fulfilling sense. And because the table is where family and beloved friends most often come together, she provides more than fifty favorite recipes-for simple family meals and sumptuous holiday feasts-that deliciously express each season's character.

It's almost magical, the way a favorite food can cheer you up! Our Favorite Casserole Recipes has over 60 are the dishes we grew up loving...tried & true favorites we want to share with our families today. Oven-Bake Ragout and Homestyle Pork Chops will have everyone asking for seconds, while Dilly Tuna Casserole and Deep Sea Delight are deliciously easy to prepare. Our veggie casseroles are chock-full of flavor...Tangy Corn Casserole and Summery Herbed Tomato Pie are so tasty! No matter what the occasion...dinner for an ill friend, a family reunion or neighborhood block party, our favorite casseroles are simply delicious and always welcome.

Complete reprint of the rare classic bestseller "BOOK OF ETIQUETTE Volume 1" originally published 1921 in New York. This is volume one of two volumes. For more vintage books about wines, cocktails, bartending and cooking feel free to take a look at: www.VintageCocktailBooks.com

In SHARE, Santos serves up the unique communal dining he has made his signature in his Lower East Side restaurants. This cookbook offers over 100 extraordinary "big platter" recipes for his creative take on old school favorites, specifically made for family-style dining, as well as small plates that are fun to serve when entertaining. From Crab Cake Corn Dogs to Spicy Lamb Souvlaki with Tzatziki; from Grilled Cheese Dumplings and Tomato Soup to Korean Short Rib Tacos with Classic Kimchi, SHARE is comfort food at its highest level. These scrumptious dishes will have everyone at the table reaching for seconds!

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.

Contains information on how a lady should face the predicaments of life.

Through photos, interviews, how-tos, and recipes, this book offers a guide to creating your own Cowboy Christmas and a celebration of the style, traditions, food, and family celebrations unique to the lifestyles of American cowboys. Featuring ranch families, rodeo cowboys, and communities with western-style Christmas celebrations, this book will highlight the things that make a Cowboy Christmas special. Each chapter will feature traditions, recipes, decorations, and stories from the interviewees.

"Can I just be Marissa, please? I want to be hilarious and sexy and smart and insanely knowledgeable about wine." -Mindy Kaling A fresh, fun, and unpretentious guide to wine from Marissa A. Ross, official wine columnist for Bon Appetit. Does the thought of having to buy wine for a dinner party stress you out? Is your go-to strategy to pick the bottle with the coolest label? Are you tired of choosing pairings based on your wallet, instead of your palate? Fear not! Bon Appetit wine columnist and Wine. All The Time. blogger Marissa A. Ross is here to help. In this utterly accessible yet comprehensive guide to wine, Ross will walk you through the ins and outs of wine culture. Told in her signature comedic voice, with personal anecdotes woven in among its lessons, Wine. All the Time. will teach you to sip confidently, and make you laugh as you're doing it. In Wine. All The Time., you'll learn how to: * Describe what you're drinking, and recognize your preferences * Find the best bottle for you budget and occasion * Read and understand what's written on a wine label * Make the perfect pairings between what you're drinking and what you're eating * Throw the best damn dinner party your guests will ever attend * And much more

From breakfast through brunch, lunch and dinner (with some sweet treats for dessert), the book is packed full of recipes and cooking techniques designed to help readers create their own unique American diner experience. Through several visits to America, Kenny McGovern spent time observing the traditions and treats offered by American diner outlets to customers around the clock. As well as experiencing the delicious dishes on offer, Kenny immediately became captivated by the atmosphere and community connection offered by local eateries. The value placed on the local diner cannot be overstated and their ethos is to be admired - honest cooking, delicious food and reasonable prices, accompanied by service with a smile!

Shall we promenade? Dear Reader, Welcome to the definitive guide to navigating the social season. Learn about etiquette in all its forms. Within these abundant leaves you will be gifted with all the instruction and patronage necessary to take your place in society. Sort your Dandies from your Rakes, your Merry Andrews from your Bucks. All of the menagerie of beau monde's are contained within. So read on dearest reader and bury oneself in the pool of knowledge that will equip oneself to Woo a Duke and become the talk of the ton. Yours sincerely Lady Whistleblower

In What's a Hostess to Do?, entertaining expert Susan Spungen explains everything you need to know to host a party effortlessly and with elegance. Susan shows the hostess how to make it look easy--whether the occasion is an informal brunch, a sit-down dinner, a buffet for a crowd, or an impromptu birthday celebration. It's all arranged in 313 easy-to-digest entries that take readers through every aspect of entertaining. The tips are time-saving ("Ten Great Assembled Dessets"), money-saving ("In Praise of Cheap Wine"), energy-saving ("Ten Jobs to Delegate"), and face-saving ("How to Handle Uninvited Guests"), plus there are 121 recipes to make entertaining easier than ever berfore. With helpful illustrations and full-color photographs, What's a Hostess to Do? is a stylish and instructive guide filled with expert advice from a party-throwing pro.