Entertaining Cooking Tips and Recipe Ideas

Jerry ErricoSometimes less isn't more -- more is more, and nothing illustrates that better than "fancy" dinner recipes. Whether you're entaining guests, or just want an elegant dinner for yourself, we've got ideas from duck to lamb that are impressive and delicious. Fancy Dinner ... Read More

Jill Johnson / jpistudios.com The Oscars 2011 are the perfect excuse for a party -- there's nothing more fun than admiring and critiquing the glittering, gazillion-dollar, red-carpet fashions while lounging in jeans (or, gasp, sweats) with your friends. But even if your attire isn't ... Read More

AlamyI'm thinking about baby shower food because my extended family is really expecting! A cousin, two nieces, and a grandniece will all have little ones this year. My own children are grown (with babies of their own!) so I look forward to the arrival of the new generation. Sadly, they all ... Read More

Frances JanischA true adult birthday party doesn't need balloons, streamers and party hats -- it's all about a dignified, delicious dinner with good friends, sparkling conversation, lots of laughs, and great wine. A dinner with food that you love but would never bother to make for yourself. So ... Read More

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EatingWellNot everyone entertains year-round. Many of us host get-togethers only during the holidays, so we may be a little out of practice when that time of year approaches. With all the roasts, sides, desserts and drinks to be planned and prepared, who has time to worry about fussy ... Read More

AlamyUnless you've hired a professional bartender for your holiday party, the notion of making individual cocktails for you guests is absurd. You're the host, after all -- you should be mingling, laughing, and generally making merry, not stuck behind ice buckets and stacks of glasses. But we ... Read More

AlamyReally, is there such a thing as a Super Bowl party without nachos? Crispy chips topped with melted cheese -- what could be better? We've got a dozen ways to riff on this party favorite; just start with your favorite chips. Oh, one thing: Hold the lettuce -- it can make for a soggy nacho ... Read More