Every home chef should have an entertaining guide, one that can help with every aspect of home party planning. Luckily there's a brand new book out that's a must have for home party throwers. It's perfect for gatherings large and small.
Dawna Pitts wrote Entertaining Is My Love Language (Freisen Press 2023), a gem of a book. It has everything , even how to prepare for a party .The book has an international vibe to it thanks to the author being born in Seoul , Korea . Her love of travel and international good food is evident.There are dishes with a nod to her Korean heritage along with dishes from France, Italy and the Mediterranean. What I love is that she also includes the little things like the difference between large and smaller forks and spoons, along with what plates are for each course. Another plus is that she includes water glasses which not even restuarants have these days.There are also how tos on writing the perfect place card - also important and what centerpieces to use for both large and small crowds. This section has excellent tips like try not to put out fragrant blooms . The aromas can interfere with guests' taste buds. She also has tips on house organization with telling readers how to have an uncluttered house and how to recycle everything for a second use. However I think most hosts know how to look good for a party without her advice. That tidbit was just a bit condescending.
The recipes are interesting.They're grouped together so you can throw a party for any occassion . A summer birthday party can use her al fresco menu of mezze or hors d'oeuvres, grilled rack of lamb and an elegant overnight pavlova There's also tabbouleh and tzaki for extra dishes to this summery feast, reminiscent of Greece and the Middle East. Another fun, summery dinner is a salad buffet. Guests can choose from a variety of protein like shrimp, turkey, and ham along with a a good array of veggies, cheese and bread. Ms Pitts puts an Asian twist on this with a bowl party. It's a salute to poke that Hawaiian classic full of sushi grade fish like salmon and tuna and black seaweed or nori. The dessert for this is Yuja. jello ,a light gelatin made with citrussy Asian fruit yuja. Of course there are fun parties like the sundae one with an array of ice creams, syrups and toppings. The breakfast get together is another neat idea with all the trimmings for a good hearty meal. There are also inspiration tours tha include recipes. Ms. Pitts covers the globe with these, hopping from Viet Nam to France to Australia to name a few. The end of the book has interviews with party planners who give helpful advice.
All home chefs and party lovers should take a glance at this book. Entertaining Is My Love Language is the definitive guide to anything party. Is it worth adding to your library? Possibly.
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