Easy Entertaining for Beginners by Patricia Mendez (Publication Date August 1, 2008)
Description You don't have to be professional chef or nervous wreck to host great casual at-home entertaining. You will have all of your questions answered, from what to serve to what to do. Even if you have never entertained in your life, you can have a terrific time putting together a superb celebration. Included are 13 delicious complete menus with easy-to-follow recipes, full color photographs, ideas for music, activities and drinks. Checklists ease readers step-by-step through every phase of planning, preparation, and presentation. You will gain confidence and have a terrific time putting together successful celebrations. Occasions include: My First Cocktail Party, Family Fiesta, Dinner with Close Friends, Guys Night Out, My First Thanksgiving and more!
About the Author Patricia Mendez has catered and coordinated special events for 17 years in Southern California. She currently teaches Easy Entertaining for Beginners cooking classes. She has mentored many aspiring hosts and hostesses and when she is not teaching or writing she is throwing fun parties.
