Publisher's Synopsis
"This book is the definitive 'How-To' manual for hosting small parties in your home." -Violet Goode
"Ellen is such a gracious hostess. Her annual Tea Party is the highlight of the social season for all English expatriates on the central California coast." -Norah Bennet Just A Few Friends is a complete step-by-step guide to entertaining small groups, from 12 to 150 people, in your home. With guidance from an experienced hostess, you will learn the secrets of:- Menu Selection Based on Group Size, The Season, and the Occasion
- Table Setting, Seating and Decoration
- Planning
- Shopping for Ingredients
- Recipes
- How To Host an English Afternoon Tea
- Plus the Secret Recipe for Colonel Coile's Chutney!
