Books like The art of easy entertaining by Hallie Harron

Planning a dinner party? Throwing a special meal for the family? Or just having a few friends round for a cosy dinner? You needn't be daunted by the prospect or stuck for ideas. Simply turn the pages of this book and you'll find an absolute host of wonderful, inspiring ways to make special occasion food—from the wickedly extravagant and exotic to budget-conscious dishes that look and taste expensive. The clear step-by-step illustrations take you through the methods without a hitch. **BP Lifestyle Cookery Series** Created in the famous kitchens of Good Housekeeping, this series brings you lots of exciting recipes, all illustrated in colour. **Titles in the Series** Summer Cooking - Perfect recipes for hot and cold summer meals Eating Italian - Delicious recipes for family and friends Slim & Healthy Cookery - Exciting recipes for a healthy diet Chinese Cooking - Simple ways to cook Chinese style Easy Entertaining - Mouthwatering recipes for special occasion meals Microwave Cookery Made Easy - Delicious meals for busy people + Every recipe illustrated in colour + All recipes double tested + Step-by-step drawings make cooking easy + Notes on freezing and preparation times + Every recipe calorie counted

Comprehensive guide to designing, writing, costing, marketing, and merchandising menus for the foodservice industry, incorporating current trends, nutrition data, and practical tools.

Martha Stewart’s cookbook offers practical recipes, entertaining ideas, and décor tips for hosting effortlessly—delicious hors d'oeuvres, drinks, desserts, and inspiring table settings.