Entertaining

by Donna Hay, Patricia Tinslay (Photographer)

From the editors of Marie Claire magazine and the creators of The New Cook and Inner Health, Outer Beauty comes this modern guide to entertaining. From delectable appetizers to the perfect martinis, this book will take your parties to new heights. Whether you're hosting an informal weekend gathering or an all-out New Year's bash, this book offers all the planning, decorating, and cooking advice you need.

Awards James Beard Foundation / Kitchen Aid Book
1999 - Best Food Photography Category
Entertaining (Shortlisted)

Genres: Cookbooks, Cooking, Food, Nonfiction

200 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1998

About the author

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Donna Hay is an Australian food stylist, author, and magazine editor. Her food, recipes and styling focuses on basic ingredients, simply prepared and beautifully photographed – hallmarks of her work which have set the benchmark for food publishing worldwide and inspired a whole new generation of cooks.

Reviews

[☕︎ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very interesting. You'd have to be very social and a passionate host to attempt most of these though 😂 A lot of elegance in the style and presentation, very beautiful.

Also as a South Asian person can't help but be confused how such small quantities are acceptable in parties in Western societies.

Had some nice organising and dining advice. Hope to try some of the baking recipes.

[Michelle · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book was recommended by a friend who works at a food mag, and lovely as it is I honestly have made about 2 recipes from it. It's mostly good for its beautiful pictures, which are inspiring in the best way.

[Serge Pierro · Rating 4 out of 5]

The nice photography by Petrina Tinslay accentuates the food styling of Donna Hay. The clean "Australian look" is apparent in all of the shots. And there many interesting recipes, too!

[seri · Rating 3 out of 5]

beautiful book, but a lot of the recipes require special ingredients