B. Smiths Entertaining and Cooking for Friends

B. Smith's Entertaining and Cooking for Friends published by Artisan, New York, NY, 1995. 1st Edition 2nd Printing. Hardbound, Paper DJ. Size 4to (up to 12'' tall). Condition: V-Fine in Good- DJ. 176 Pgs. ISBN 1885183062. LCCN 94-45991. By Barbara Smith with Kathleen Cromwell. Photographs by Gentl & Hyers. B. Smith, founding partners and creative genius behind B. Smith's restaurants in New York's theater district and Washington's Union Station, shares her entertaining style, ideas, and advice. In 100 soul-satisfying recipes and chapters on party events such as Cocktail Party for business and Pleasure, a Picnic at the Beach, and a romantic Valentine's Dinner for Two, the author defines her appealing approach to entertaining which, like her popular bistro, is cosmopolitan and elegant, yet casual and fun. She explains the importance of maintaining a sense of spontaneity, being prepared to improvise, and most important, having fun at your own party. Illustrated with color photographs. Description text copyright 2005 BooksForComfort. Item ID 8796.