A Gentleman Entertains: A Guide to Making Memorable Occasions Happen Book

Contents

Introduction....................ix
Making Ready....................1
A Gentleman at the Bar....................5
Having a Few Friends Over for Drinks The Casual Cocktail Party....................13
Big Bash Theory A Full-House Cocktail Party....................37
A Gentleman in the Kitchen....................49
Alone at Last A Romantic Dinner for Two....................67
Among Friends The Dinner Party (4 to 8 Guests)....................77
Private Screening Gathering around the Television....................91
Relative Success Holidays with the Family....................101
Outside Chances Weekend Cookouts....................111
On the Rise Brunch for a Bunch....................119
My House Is Your House (Sort of) Out-of-Town Guests....................127
Fender Bender Potluck Tailgate Party....................141
In the Line of Duty The Business Lunch with Clients or Coworkers....................147
Away from Home Dinner in a Restaurant....................153
Disaster Relief Dealing with the Unexpected....................159
Basic Equipment....................173
Glossary....................176
Index....................181
Recipe Index....................193