America Entertains: A Year of Imaginative Parties [Hardcover]

David Tutera (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2003

David Tutera takes us on a year-long road trip of throughly American parties, from a garden soiree in Washington, D.C., to a sultry Valentine's day dinner in New Orleans. Over 200 full-color photos of these spectacular events to inspire readers to bring the ideas into their own parties at home. Included with each party are recipes for drinks such as Smoky Martini for the Dallas wedding reception, main courses like Slow-Baked Salmon with Chardonnay-Butter Sauce served at the Santa Fe Summer Solstice dinner, and desserts like Cranberry Bread Pudding with Bourbon Carmel Sauce for the August Beach Supper. Each party is organized into what Tutera calls the "Three E's" - Essentials, Extras, and Extravagances - for varying budgets and time constraints. Essentials are the easily achieved techniques necessary for creating the right atmosphere such as a color scheme or the sound of a Cuban Samba; Extras are for a small indulgence, such as chocolate-dipped rose petals or an imported saki; Extravagances are once in a lifetime indulgences such as a carpet of tropical flowers. "Tutera Tips" that provide insider knowledge from this talented professional including where to seat your most eccentric relatives at a reception or what to do with your guests' coats.

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About the Author

David Tutera has been planning parties for 18 years and his star-studded client list includes Elton John, Barbara Walters, The Prince of Wales, and the Rolling Stones.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 224 pages
• Publisher: Stewart, Tabori and Chang; 1st Ed., 1st prtg. edition (October 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1584792841
• ISBN-13: 978-1584792840
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.9 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #178,095 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars MY ENTERTAINING SURVIVAL GUIDE, January 9, 2004

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Angela Gengaro (New York City, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: America Entertains: A Year of Imaginative Parties (Hardcover)

America Entertains was my holiday survival guide! The December in NYC Party gave me so many festive home decorating ideas and amazing recipes. My guests simply couldn't stop eating the Molasses Christmas Crinkles or drinking the Mistletoe Martinis.

Valentines Day is just around the corner, I am already reviewing David's February in New Orleans Chapter. I know my husband will love chocolate-covered rose petals and Sinfully Red Cocktails but I'm guessing I will be enjoying them more than him!!!

David, thank-you so much!!

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another Amazing Treat!, February 27, 2004

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Janice Polizzotto (Hermosa Beach, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: America Entertains: A Year of Imaginative Parties (Hardcover)

David is truly an amazing talent who can transform any idea into magnificent! I loved his first book and was so delighted to have book number two. His ideas are fresh, original and imaginative and the recipes are incredible too. If you are looking for the perfect party planning book, this is IT! David Tutera is magic!

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars HIT OF THE PARTY!!!, November 23, 2003

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Lisa (Los Angeles, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: America Entertains: A Year of Imaginative Parties (Hardcover)

This is the must read for any person who is planning on entertaining this holiday season or hosting for the simplist of occasions.
David helps to guide those who do not have an eye for creativity or who just need a push to take their ideas futher. This book is insightful and entertaining to read. David Tutera is the best little secret to share with your friends.