Simple Soirees: Seasonal Menus for Sensational Dinner Parties [SIGNED FIRST EDITION]

Knickerbocker, Peggy

Verlag: Stewart, Tabori & Chang, New York, 2005

Beschreibung

As new condition glossy color illustrated boards contained in a fine condition non price-clipped color photographic dust jacket. Includes Foreword by Diane Johnson; Introduction: Giving Great Dinner Parties; Acknowledgments; Sources; and Index. Profusely illustrated with color photographs. The upper spine edge has some light to moderate rubbing (see photographs). A 3 inch by 1 inch silver "Autographed" sticker is affixed to the lower right side of the jacket front. Signed by the author with thick black Sharpie/marker at the bottom of the second free front photographic endpaper. "Peggy Knickerbocker lives in two of the greatest food cities in the world, Paris and San Francisco, and she loves to give dinner parties wherever she is. In Simple Soirees the food journalist and former caterer and restaurateur shares her passion, her welcoming spirit, and her secrets for creating a memorable party, whether it's a romantic dinner fro two, a birthday party for a special friend, or a cocktail fundraiser. The book includes 100 of the author's favorite recipes, organized into seasonal menus, such as Warm Figs Wrapped in Serrano Ham, Roasted Salmon with Peas and Mint, Heirloom Tomato Salad, and Blackberry-Peach Crisp for summer, or Steak au Poivre, Braised Fennel and Garlic, and Double-Ginger Gingerbread for fall. With an emphasis on fresh, local ingredients, the menus are always stylish and often feature an element of surprise. Knickerbocker also offers planning and preparation suggestions, time-saving advice to make entertaining easy and fun. With beautiful photographs that capture the essence of the simple soiree, this delightful book will appeal to food lovers and party lovers alike." - from the inner front jacket flap. "This is a superb, useful, charming cookbook, not only for experienced cooks, but for anyone who cares about good food. Peggy Knickerbocker's writing captures the special spirit of home dining; her recipes are impeccable; and Christopher Hirsheimer's beautiful photographs bring it all to life. A magnificent collaboration!" - Paula Wolfert, author of The Mediterranean Kitchen. "These romantic and delicious dinners are inspired by the beauty of real food and the pleasure Peggy derives from offering these dishes to her friends. We forget that food is deeply about nourishment and love, not about speed and convenience." - Alice Waters, chef and owner, Chez Panisse. "The best dinner parties are created with great care and attention to every detail, and sometimes it is the most minute detail that brings both host and guests to an elevated level of happiness. Let Peggy Knickerbocker's book be the go-to guide for throwing the ultimate party - whether it's a knock-down blowout or a simple dinner for six. With SImple Soirees as your guide, your next party can be a truly festive one." - Mario Batali, chef and author. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 006112

Bibliografische Details

Titel: Simple Soirees: Seasonal Menus for ...

Verlag: Stewart, Tabori & Chang, New York

Erscheinungsdatum: 2005

Einband: Hardcover

Illustrator: Hirsheimer, Christopher (photography)

Zustand: As New

Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Fine

Signiert: Signed by Author(s)

Auflage: 1st Edition