Secrets from a Caterer's Kitchen: the Indispensable Guide for Planning a Party

During almost two decades of catering everything from the Academy Awards to a fete for Queen Elizabeth to an intimate dinner for Julia Child to a ?Roller-Disco? Bat Mitzvah, Nicole Aloni has learned more than a few tricks-of-the-trade. And whether you?re planning your umpteenth dinner for twelve, or you?ve only just figured out that there?s a kitchen in your apartment, Secrets From a Caterer?s Kitchen is the manual on entertaining.

This comprehensive, accessible and easy-to-use book offers insider tips and guidance about:

Menu preparation for both large and small gatherings Finding special locations for events Decorating advice for ?theme? festivities Creating invitations Maintaining a budget Over 125 tried-and-true party recipes

Whether it?s a candlelight dinner, a kid?s birthday party, or a holiday extravaganza, you can put on a show like a pro?and keep your guests guessing?with Secrets from a Caterer?s Kitchen!