Perfect Parties: The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide

By Alison Price

Book Overview

Everyone dreams of throwing a fabulous party, one that lingers in the memory long after the last guest has gone. In "Perfect Parties, " Alison Price dishes the secrets of the most A-list affairs, offering the last word in effortless chic and memorable entertaining. Clearly and simply, Alison makes easy every step of organizing a successful party--from invitations, menu-planning, and table settings to recipes and preparations for cocktail parties, buffets, dinner parties, and outdoor feasts. Abounding in stunning color photos and imaginative and achievable ideas, "Perfect Parties "will give you the confidence to relax and have fun--even as the host. Alison Price has been a professional party planner for more than 15 years; among her clients are Dame Judi Dench, the Getty family, Sir Elton John, and members of European royalty.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1552855635
• ISBN13: 9781552855638
• Release Date: January 2003
• Publisher: Whitecap Books
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 1.95 lbs.

Customer Reviews

fabulous

i LOVE this book. we entertain a lot and i have so many books on the subject. this book, however, leaves nothing to chance and covers every base, soup to nuts. i know i will be using this as a reference constantly. i am so glad i bought this book, highly recommend it for all interested in party giving!

Perfectly Inspirational

This book explains the how-tos and wherefores of party-giving so straightforwardly and inspirationally you're bound to be a smashing host / hostess, no matter what your level of expertise. Must arrange a cocktail party? A dinner do? A supper buffet? Perhaps you're in an al fresco picnicking mood, or have the yen for a garden fete. Not to worry, it's a snap. Everything's in here, explained in plain English and gorgeous photographs: decor and plans and food and more. Included is a helpful timeline / checklist for your more involved parties, which removes all doubt as to when to book the venue (6 to 12 months ahead of time), clean the silver (5 days ahead of time), and uncork the wine (2 hours before your guests arrive), plus all the nitty gritty in between. Get hold of this book, browse it through, then phone up friends and throw a bash! Forward by Sir Elton John (what doesn't that man do?)