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Cookbooks that focus on entertaining are always useful because while we might throw ceremony out the window for our own dinners from time to time and eat off paper plates in front of the TV, we always try to put something memorable together for guests. For some, this means spending all day - or even multiple days - prepping and working in the kitchen. Jennifer Rubell, described by some as the "perfect modern hostess," knows enjoying yourself and spending time with guests is just as important as the food. In her book, Real Life Entertaining, readers will find both conventional and "real life" tips on preparing, serving and enjoying food at your own parties.
The book provides complete menus for all kinds of occasions, from Rustic Chicken Dinner for 4 with a pair of friends to a Fanch French Toast Brunch for 8 and a one-pot Butternut Squash and Barley soup that will feed a big family of up to 16 diners. Every section includes who to invite, what the guests can bring (because they always ask) and tips for setting the mood before getting to the recipes themselves. It doesn't focus on dessert, but there are instructions for a few easy basics: a cheese course, fruit and chocolate plate and four delicious ice cream sauces.
Jennifer will be at the 2006 Miami Book Fair, Nov. 12-19, so if you'll be attending the event, perhaps you'll be able to pick up some "real life" tips in person.
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9-12-2006 @8:22AM Jim said... Jennifer incorporates her relaxed, lively style into a variety of festive themes, from an evening of red wine and bruschetta, to a New York-style brunch, to a one-pot meal of the easiest -- and tastiest! -- meatballs you'll ever make. The recipes are simple and the ingredients lists are short, so you can whip up party-friendly fare such as Thai Chicken Wings, Sesame-Mint Pita Chips, and Grilled Shrimp with Garlic and Citrus in mere minutes.
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