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"If you cannot entertain after reading this book, it is possible that you are hopeless and shall be condemned to wandering the earth alone forever." - Pat Conroy, Bestselling Novelist "A clear, concise road map to the art of successful and fun entertaining invaluable." - Bob Woodrum, Managing Director, Kom-Ferry International "Grab is, read it, study it, and do what the authors suggest, and you will reap dividends you never dreamed possible." - Ida Crawford Stewart, Former Vice President of, and Personal Assistant to, Estee Lauder Filled with Practical, Easy-to-Follow Advice for Planning Fabulous Parties! Do you want to throw a holiday cocktail party next year but don't know where to start? Would you like to entertain the office crowd but you're not sure what kind of food to serve? Or do you just need some tips on making small talk? Don't stress! Let Entertaining For Dummies bring fresh ideas to your social gatherings! Whether you'd like to host your daughter's sweet sixteen birthday party or invite your boss over for dinner, this handy reference will help you achieve entertaining success time and time again! Inside, you'll discover how to:Plan and execute any event from holiday parties to family picnics to elegant black-tie dinnersPut together a fabulous guest list and send distinctive invitationsDesign a balanced menu - regardless of whether you love to cook, hate to cook, or don't have time to cookCreate a warm and comfortable atmosphere in any spaceMake your guests feel welcome and comfortable from the moment they walk in the doorBoost your career by hosting a business gathering in your homeTreat your family to special events such as picnics, surprise birthday parties, and Sunday dinnersHost themed events such as costume parties, tropical escapes, or trips back in timeManage a large party without blowing your budget or losing your mind.…
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- Title
- Entertaining for Dummies
- Author
- Suzanne Williamson
- Publisher
- For Dummies
- Publication year
- 1997
- Condition
- Good
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0764550276
- ISBN 13
- 9780764550270
Whether you’re a homemaker in need of creative ideas for your next big party, or a busy professional who needs to impress the boss without spending a bundle, Entertaining For Dummies covers all the bases — from planning, to decorating, to cooking, to hosting. Regardless of the size of the event or its purpose, you’ll find helpful tips on these topics and more:
- Planning large or small events
- Designing distinctive invitations and a balanced menu
- Creating a comfortable atmosphere in any space
- Making your guests feel welcome
- Hosting a business gathering in your home
- Treating the family to special events like picnics, birthday parties, and Sunday dinners
- Hosting theme events like costume parties
Renowned entertaining speaker Suzanne Williamson offers all the expert advice you need to make every event a success — from black–tie parties to backyard barbecues. She’ll give you all the tools and tips you need to get organized and get your party off the ground. Whether you’re entertaining for a dozen or a thousand, you’ll find everything you need right here:
- Organize a last–minute party
- Use your imagination to create a unique atmosphere
- Drinks—from cocktails to coffee
- Table settings and food presentation
- Hire a disc jockey or band
- Cope with accidents, emergencies, and unplanned occurrences
- Entertain during the holidays
- Parties for children from tots to teens
- Entertain for business associates or government officials
- Solutions for common cooking disasters
If you want step–by–step help on getting your party off the ground, or just a reliable reference for trouble–shooting those unforeseen emergencies, Entertaining For Dummies is the only book you need. It’s full of creative ideas that making throwing your next party a blast — and a breeze.
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Founded in 2002, World of Books is a leading online destination for buying and selling both preloved and new books, committed to making sustainable reading accessible to all. With a mission to help people read more and waste less, World of Books offers a huge range of affordable, high-quality books — giving both new and preloved titles a second life. The company also operates World of Books – Sell Your Books, an easy-to-use platform that allows customers to trade in unwanted books for cash, helping to keep books in circulation while promoting sustainability. As a Certified B Corp, World of Books is driven by a vision to become the world’s largest and most sustainable dedicated online bookstore. The company measures its success through the positive environmental impact it creates, the value it provides to customers, and its ability to operate profitably while supporting its sustainable mission …
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