Entertaining

Beautiful Wrappers–Fresher Cheeses Protect cheese in style with fabulous wrappers perfect for storing and pretty enough to use as cheese “gift wrap.” Learn More

By Kit Wohl Foreword by Martha Stewart
An inspiration for a generation of chefs, James Beard set the standard through his cooking, teaching, consulting, writing, and media appearances. In honor of Beard’s unrivaled legacy as the father of the gourmet movement, the James Beard Foundation established the annual James Beard Awards, which recognize excellence in food, beverage, and other culinary industries. Learn More

By Sarah Copeland Photographs by Sara Remington
This cookbook is an indispensable reference for modern couples looking to spend quality time together in the kitchen. Inside are more than 130 recipes for both classic and contemporary cooking that are perfect for day-to-day à deux and special occasions with family and friends. Learn More

By Joyce Lock
Serving up all-new trivia questions, Foodie Fight is back to test everyone’s culinary knowledge in the ultimate rematch! Learn More

By Bakerella
Bakerella is back with an adorable kit that makes presenting these cute little treats as easy as can be! A colorful booklet contains ten cake pop designs including new projects and old favorites along with step-by-step instructions for the uninitiated. Also included is a cake pop stand to hold cake pops after decorating, and enough clear cello bags, cake pop sticks, gift tags, and ribbon to wrap up 48 pops. This kit is a perfect gift for bakers and crafters alike! Learn More

By Colman Andrews Foreword by Mario Batali Photographs by Christopher Hirsheimer
Following the success of their 2010 James Beard Foundation Best Cookbook of the Year, The Country Cooking of Ireland, Colman Andrews and Christopher Hirsheimer achieve the formidable feat of illuminating the world’s most beloved cuisine in an entirely new light. Learn More

By Christie Matheson Photographs by Alex Farnum
Bundt-style cakes appeal to everyone—busy home bakers appreciate how simple they are to make, and cake lovers adore the endless (and delicious!) variety of shapes and forms they can take. Learn More

By Stephanie Izard with Heather Shouse Photographs by Dan Goldberg
Stephanie Izard knows how to inspire, captivate, and cook up a storm. Fan favorite and the first and only woman to win on TV’s Top Chef, she’s also the chef and owner of the acclaimed Girl & the Goat restaurant in Chicago. The Girl in the Kitchen collects more than 100 of Izard’s best recipes, from innovative appetizers like Asian-Spiced English Peas to luscious desserts like Quince and Fig Cobbler with Vanilla Mascarpone. Learn More

By Betty Rosbottom Photographs by Susie Cushner
Sunday Roasts contains 80 tantalizing recipes for slow-roasted meats, fowl, fish, and vegetables that compel a Sunday cook to enjoy good food and good living. Learn More

By Chester Hastings Photographs by Joseph De Leo
Today’s specialty cheese market is booming, and many once obscure cheese varieties are now widely available. The Cheesemonger’s Kitchen collects 90 delightful recipes that move cheese into a meal’s starring role. Learn More

By Anne Taintor
Who doesn’t enjoy a well-made drink and the opportunity for a little creative misbehavior? Anne Taintor’s deliciously wry artwork is the perfect complement for the dozens of fabulous drink recipes in this chic collection. Learn More

By Frank Camorra and Richard Cornish Photographs by Alan Benson
Centuries-old traditions and exciting innovations, super-spicy and divinely mellow dishes, charcoal-fired meats and abundant vegetables—Spanish food truly has something for everyone. In Rustica, award-winning chef Frank Camorra journeys through his native land to deliver more than 120 savory and sweet recipes tailored to the home kitchen. Learn More

By Christine Hanna,Photographs by Sheri Giblin
Over 19 million people visit the California wine country every year to enjoy the area's renowned wine, food, and landscapesand the casual lifestyle. Christine Hannaaward-winning winemaker, mother, and consummate hostessepitomizes the regions laid-back... Learn More

By Colleen Mullaney,Photographs by Jack Deutsch
Fairy Parties spills over with magical party themes, simple recipes, easy-to-follow craft projects, fun games, and imaginative costumes. These activities and treats will keep fairy partygoers entertained for hours as they pin roses on wings, danc... Learn More

By Janeen A. Sarlin,with Noelle Shipley,Photographs by Sheri Giblin
Little girls are crazy about princesses! With Princess Tea, party-planning parents of their own little princesses can pull together nine different enchanting tea parties. Vibrant color photos provide inspiration, and brief instructions make simpl... Learn More

By John Piccetti,and Franois Vecchio,with Joyce Goldstein,Foreword by David Rosengarten
The delicate flavors of salumi, including favorites such as salame, prosciutto, and coppa, reflect generations of Italian craftsmanship ready for both the dining-room table and the party tray. Salumi captures more than 50 delicious recipes incorp... Learn More

By Meredith Deeds,and Carla Snyder
Everyone is always looking for new and interesting recipes for appetizers, and in this book you'll find hundreds of dips, nuts, nibbles, salsas, spreads, soups, dumplings, tarts, wraps, and so much more! From ultra-simple hors d'oeuvres like rosemary oliv... Learn More

By Joyce Goldstein,Photographs by Paolo Nobile
With growing numbers of restaurants specializing in "small plates," the antipasto is back in style. These little dishes of savory appetizers or small first courses (perfect cocktail food) whet the appetite, enticing the palate for the meal to comeand can... Learn More

By Rafael Palomino,with Arlen Gargagliano,Photographs by Anastassios Mentis
For people who like to salsa like they like their salsamucho!here are more than 60 recipes in a Latin-inspired cookbook guaranteed to get the party started. With three of the hottest Latin restaurants on the east coast to his credit, Rafael Palom... Learn More

By Michael Chiarello,Photographs by Karl Petzke
Celebrated television, cookbook, and restaurant chef Michael Chiarello is a master of simple, casually elegant cookingand a fabulous host. In this cookbookpacked with great recipes, gorgeous photographs, and inspiring entertaining ideashe shares his se... Learn More

By Diane Morgan,Photographs by Joyce Oudkerk Pool
Diane Morgan -- the diva of dips and champion of chips -- has created more than 50 recipes for everyone's dipping and dunking party favorites. Guests will make a beeline for lip-buzzing salsas scooped up with crispy tortilla triangles. Onion dip made from... Learn More

By Janet Fletcher,Photographs by Victoria Pearson
Nothing complements a good meal with friends like a rustic oak table laden with an exquisite selection of fine cheeses: a grape leaf-lined platter of ricotta with honey, red pears, and roasted chestnuts, or a decorative Spanish tile topped with sheep's mi... Learn More

By Sid Goldstein,Photographs by Paul Franz-Moore,Foreword by John Ash
A glass of wine can be delicious, but when it is paired with the right dish, it can resonate in a magnificent way. This gorgeous cookbook lets any cook plan a meal in perfect concert with a favorite or special wine. Mystified by the art of choosing a wine... Learn More

By Brian St. Pierre,Photographs by Deborah Jones
Many people see the enjoyment of wine as an intimidating and complicated matter, requiring a mastery of arcane rules and rituals. In fact, there's no more to it than putting each wine to the ultimate test: Does it taste good? Wine writer Brian St. Pierre'... Learn More

Text by Janet Fletcher,Photographs by Victoria Pearson
Throw a fabulous party while exploring the delicious world of cheese! This kit includes cards profiling 50 cheesevarieties and the best wines to drink with them, decorative labels on which to write each cheese selection, and toothpicksthat attach the... Learn More

By Diane Morgan
Sometimes the only thing Thanksgiving hosts have to be thankful for is putting their feet up at the end of the day. For novices, orchestrating The Feast is no easy task. And even for old pros it's a bit of a challenge. Enter The Thanksgiving Table: the... Learn More