About the Book: Easy Entertaining for Beginners will take you by the hand and show you everything you need for successful casual entertaining – from what to serve to what to do.
Here are just a few of the 13 complete menus that are included:
* A Romantic Evening for Two
* A Family Fiesta
* Guys Night Out
* My First Thanksgiving
* And much, much more…
Do you lack cooking experience? No worries. All of the recipes are written with simple instructions and use cooking terms designed for beginners.
And, in the Optional Shortcuts section, you’re given options to fill in your menu with purchased food so you can customize how much you want to personally prepare.
Easy Entertaining for Beginners also includes simple decorating ideas and music and drink suggestions (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic) in every chapter.
My Thoughts: This book is everything it says it is! I know next to nothing about entertaining but if I was planning something I would pick up this book. It has detailed plans and tips for any occasion, the recipes are all clearly written out, optional shortcuts are provided, etiquette tips are given…really she has thought of everything! I really thought, for example, the menu items for a first Thanksgiving were manageable while being sufficient.
Recommended for those who need help with entertaining…like me!
You might also want to visit Patricia Mendez’s website here.
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October 15th, 2008 at 7:12 am
This sounds like it would be helpful to anyone that likes to entertain alot or once in awhile
October 15th, 2008 at 1:33 pm
I loved this book! I can’t wait to have an excuse to throw a party and use some of its ideas.
Cheryl
October 15th, 2008 at 3:59 pm
Thank you for your review. It is encouraging to hear that readers find the recipes delicious and doable. I designed the book for beginners who want to learn to entertain but may have never done so in their lives. Happy Entertaining!
October 15th, 2008 at 9:58 pm
I have read about this book. When I entertain, I am always uneasy. A book such as this one may come in handy! Cindi
October 15th, 2008 at 10:31 pm
I think I need this book. I like to entertain but it’s always super stressful for me.
October 16th, 2008 at 4:04 am
I like the idea of a book with menus. I’m so lazy this would help me alot.
October 16th, 2008 at 5:16 am
I get so stressed out when we entertain. Thank goodness my hubby is a whiz in the kitchen.