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!

Delia has long been the person we turn to for stress-free Christmas celebrations. This year, she celebrates 40 years of writing recipes and brings you Delia's Happy Christmas - the definitive guide to all aspects of cooking for Christmas.

This cookbook will help you to plan your Christmas festivities to the very last culinary detail, acting as an invaluable Christmas organiser from reminding you to make your Christmas pudding and chutneys in November to giving you a crucial countdown for the Last 36 Hours.

Delia's Happy Christmas will give you 150 recipes, including 100 new recipes and 50 much-loved classics, plus menu plans and shopping lists, illustrated with glorious full-colour photography. There are recipes for all your favourite traditional dishes - Delia's Classic Christmas Cake recipe has been in print for over 40 years and has never been bettered, but Delia has also created Chestnut Cupcakes recipe to satisfy modern tastes. Of course there is Delia's foolproof recipe for a Traditional Roast Turkey and all the trimmings, and The Only Traditional Christmas Pudding as well as ideas for parties, boxing-day suppers, vegetarian feasts and what to do with leftovers.

Organisation is the key to success. If you follow Delia's Christmas calendar, you will be sure to create a very special Christmas. And even if you don't, there is always Delia's The Last-Minute Christmas - a chapter for those who leave things to the eleventh hour.

Everyone needs Delia at Christmas.

Well-known fashion designer Linda Allard offers a charmingly illustrated cookbook featuring recipes for more than 150 easy-to-make, sure-fire interpretations of classic dishes. Lovingly illustrated in Allard's own watercolors.


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'A must-have book for anyone interested in baking for their mental wellbeing.' - Kim Joy 'This book is jam-packed with bakes that will become your classics.' - David Atherton 'I love how Steph celebrates the joy in baking and the power of food for our mental health . . .' - The Food Media (Dr Hazel Wallace) ****** Put a smile on your face with 50 delicious bakes, each designed to bring you joy in both the making and the tasting. Great British Bake-Off finalist, Steph Blackwell, discovered the healing power of baking while struggling with her mental health. Baking allowed her to release stress and anxiety and restore a sense of calm contentment. In Bake Yourself Happy she shares her favourite recipes and shows how every stage of the process will boost your mood and improve your wellbeing. From foolproof bakes and weekday bread to decadent cakes and sweet tarts, Steph provides mouth-watering recipes guaranteed to make you (and your friends and family) smile.

"Come Over..." Whether you're a beginner looking for simple, impressive recipes to feed friends and family, or a seasoned host hoping to inject your repertoire with stylish, interesting ideas, you'll find all you need in Dinner & Party. Rose's stance on entertaining is that the cook shouldn't be banished to the kitchen; cooking for guests needn't be fussy or hard to juggle, but instead made up of dishes - some classics, some novel - that can be prepared in advance, dressed up to impress last minute and enjoyed by everyone. Practicality is central to a book updating the etiquette for entertaining in our times. With this in mind, Part 1: Dinner showcases easy options for every course, all alongside thoughtful advice about how to source ingredients, when to begin preparation and how to serve. Meanwhile, Part 2: Party provides tried and tested catering ideas for larger groups, from indoor picnics, to standing parties and Christmas dinners. With sample menus, including an innovative guide to putting the right dishes together through the seasons, this is the friendly, practical guide to making entertaining easy in the 21st century, bringing everyone together.

Entertain for every season of the year with one of the South's most acclaimed luxury interior designers and tastemakers. Join Shayla Copas on a tour of sixteen glamorous celebrations ranging from Cinco de Mayo and the Kentucky Derby to traditional gatherings such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Eve, and at venues as diverse as the Arkansas Governor's Mansion and a show-stopping horse stable. In addition to ideas and sources for tabletop settings and clever details, Copas shares themed menus and mouth-watering recipes from contributing chefs. With more than 250 luscious color photographs, this book will elevate readers' creativity as they plan their next luncheon, dinner, or poolside soiree.

Julie Reiner, the co-owner of The Clover Club in Brooklyn and The Flatiron Lounge in Manhattan, has written a book that provides inspiration for the rest of us, not only the cocktail geeks. She wants to balance the needs of the everyday drinker with those of the passionate mixologist. Recipes are organized around seasonality and occasion, with different events and themes appropriate to the specific time of the year. Each section will include a mixture of holiday-inspired drinks, classic cocktails, and innovative new drinks, all along with fun cocktail lore. Tricks, tips, and techniques--such as batching and infusions, tools of the trade, notes on spirit types, and easy substitutions to utilize what you already have on hand--will round out the amazing amount of information in Reiner's book.

The ultimate cookbook for al fresco eating, with more than 80 recipes for cooking outdoors. Rustle up your choice of sweet and savoury dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Alongside traditional campfire favourites such as bbq chicken, corn on the cob, and kebabs, you'll find recipes for stuffed flatbreads, gnocchi, and even apricot cakes in a jar. With step-by-step instructions and evocative photography, the recipes are easy to follow. Each recipe has a symbol that tells you the best way to cook it, be it an open fire, grill, or camping stove. As well as outdoor cooking hacks and clever tips, you'll find checklists of camping essentials, ideas for using local produce, and basic recipes for camping must-haves such as bbq sauce and ketchup, plus new favourites like dukkah. Outdoor cooking can be magical, so break out of the kitchen, light your fire, and enjoy delicious recipes from The Campfire Cookbook - the perfect culinary companion for any camping trip or outdoor cooking.

Food made for sharing recipes for 16 potluck parties that celebrate the seasons, friends, and delicious food. Frosty winter fetes, lush springtime soirees, sultry summer get-togethers, and crisp autumn affairs no matter what the season, it s always a good idea to gather a group of friends to share a celebratory meal or some festive nibbles. This cookbook is the perfect guide for throwing potluck get-togethers where the food truly shines. Create a winter wonderland that serves up comforting foods like Wild Rice Stuffed Mushrooms, Roasted Salted Figs, and Hot Buttered Rum. Spring to life with early-season dishes like Pistachio-Crusted Asparagus with Feta Vinaigrette, Rhubarb Buttermilk Bread, and Chicken Potpie. Revel in the dog days of summer with an ice cream social, complete with a sundae bar and homemade Blackberry Mint Ice Cream. Celebrate the harvest with an apples to apples party featuring Apple Sage Mac and Cheese, Apple Butter Brie en Croute, and Candied Apples. With creative ideas for making each party special, "Handmade Gatherings" offers a fresh take on dining with friends

Treat the whole family with ridiculously quick, easy and awe-inspiring desserts that anyone can rustle up in just SIX MINUTES 'The queen of store cupboard baking' Huffington Post Creating mouth-watering sweets, treats and desserts has never been easier. With minimal ingredients and time-saving shortcuts, these easy and delicious recipes won't compromise on flavour or wow factor. The best part? They're guaranteed to be on your plate in just six minutes. This revolutionary new cookbook proves that baking doesn't have to be time-consuming, stressful or expensive. Perfect for home cooks and impatient foodies, these 100 recipes are easy, affordable and simple and ready to eat in 360 seconds - that's less time than it takes to drink a cup of coffee! Satisfy your sweet tooth with: - PIMM'S CUPCAKES - MICROWAVE BROWNIES - BUTTERSCOTCH BANOFFEE PIE - CINNAMON CRONUTS - NUTELLA GRIDDLE COOKIES - UNICORN BARK - HALLOUMI FRITTERS Put the fun and magic back into baking. It has to be tried to be believed . . .

Prepare for a monster bash this Halloween with this delightful book packed with more than 100 ideas for indoor and outdoor decorations, games, jack o'lanterns, recipes and party favors. Christine and Rosa show you how to create your own "Sleepy Hollow" complete with tombstones, hovering ghosts, frightful lanterns and a tunnel of terror. With their sure-fire recipes, you'll be able to conjure up a variety of devilish delights in the kitchen and you'll be decorating and displaying dressed-to-thrill pumpkins.

What better way to spend time on a warm summer evening than entertaining family and friends with a great meal, whether it's just burgers and steaks or an exotic seafood feast! Great Grilling for Friends & Family offers more than 80 recipes along with superb ideas for making the event just that extra bit special: ac includes flame-kissed appetizers; innovative burgers, steaks, chops and ribs; sizzling skewers; fish and seafood; pleasing poultry; show-stopping meal salads; and slow-cooked roasts ac kitchen-tested recipes are Guaranteed GreatTM ac full-colour photos throughout ac helpful how-to photos ac imaginative presentation and party ideas ac preparation tips and tricks ac beverage suggestions

This title features 200 fabulous main dish ideas. It is the complete collection of main-course recipes with over 800 step-by-step photographs. It is the essential guide for dinner parties, special occasions, spectacular entertaining, big events and the times when you need to impress the most. It features classic dishes such as Coq au Vin, Provencal Beef and Olive Daube, Risotto with Asparagus, and Turbot Sashimi Salad with Wasabi. It includes additional quick and easy ideas for superb starters, tempting accompaniments and desserts, to frame a perfect meal with ease. Blending classic and contemporary cuisine, this tried-and-trusted collection of recipes is all you need to host a successful dinner party. Whatever the event, there are ideas here from light lunches and suppers for friends and family to al fresco dining and formal dinner parties. With recipes that draw on many cultures, cuisines and traditions, you can enjoy classic world foods such as Roast Rib of Beef, Chicken Biryani, Lamb Moussaka, and Baked Salmon with Watercress Sauce. With tips on planning, preparation and presentation, table settings and creating the right atmosphere, this is the essential cookbook for everyone who entertains.

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!

The ultimate Christmas cookery companion for every household from Britain's most trusted kitchen. Christmas with Good Housekeeping provides every recipe you need for the most delicious festive season with family and friends. With over 140 recipes for jovial perfection, chapters offer mouth-watering ideas for canapes, starters, vegan & vegetarian options, baked goods, showstopper desserts, edible gifts, and not to forget Christmas lunch with all the trimmings! Accompanied with stunning photography, specially curated to answer key questions for readers surrounding Christmas cookery, Good Housekeeping reveals not only their tried and tested recipes, but also their tips for getting ahead, saving time, loving your leftovers, and making the most out of your festive gatherings. With all bases covered for the big day, this definitive cookbook will be one you'll come back to year after year.

Easy, delicious vegan recipes for the whole family, from the star of TV's What's Cooking, Omari? Find something for everyone in this easy-to-use family cookbook from the UK's youngest, award-winning vegan chef, Omari McQueen. With over 30 plant-based recipes to share with family and friends. From a quick snack to planning a party, Omari is here to help! Bright, vibrant photography Recipes from around the world Suitable for children aged 8+ Omari McQueen's Best Bites Cookbook won the PETA Best Vegan Cookbook Award, 2021. The plant-based recipes include: Mini Vegan Sausage Rolls Fried Mac 'n' Cheese Spicy Nuggets Fully Loaded Nachos BBQ Jerk Mushroom Steak Apple Crumble Gooey Marshmallow Cookies Sprinkle Sponge Tray Bake Cake Pops. "I can't wait to inspire other kids to experiment and have fun with vegan food in the kitchen." -Omari As seen on TV and YouTube: Omari was featured on Gordon Ramsey's Future Food Stars. Omari's TV series launched November 2020. Find Omari on YouTube as Omari Goes Wild.

There is nothing as cosy or relaxing as a day spent baking in the festive season. Freshly-baked cookies are very much a part of the advent period - filling your home with the scent of warm, sugary dough is sure to raise a smile before a single bite is taken out of them! Joy to the World sweetens the lead-up to Christmas with 24 favourite biscuit and cookie recipes from around the world -- one for every day before Christmas. Try the famous gingerbread from Sweden, Christmas cantucci from Italy, or millionaire's shortbread from Scotland. The recipes are simple, fun and festive, and make a tasty gift or indulgent treat. Beautifully designed with charming photographs throughout, Joy to the World will make your Christmas extra special, and the book itself is a stylish stocking filler for the baker in your life.