From the author of Secrets from a Caterer's Kitchen, the only 55 recipes you'll ever need to entertain with style and confidence. 

Features:
* 55 essential dishes with lots of variations for every occasion
* 38 versatile menus-from casual meals to elegant repasts
* The basics of how to roast, grill, or steam meat, fish, and vegetables 
* From napkins to utensils-what every home entertainer needs
* Hints and tips from the professionals to make every gathering as much a pleasure for the host as it is for the guests 
* Crowd favorites and exotic cocktails 
* Expert wine selections