Easy Entertaining

by Peggy Post; Peggy Post

• ISBN13: 9780062736642
• ISBN10: 0062736647
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1999-05-14
• Publisher: HarperCollins Publications

Summary

Whatever the occasion, etiquette expert Peggy Post shows you how to entertain with elegance and ease. From cocktails and dinners to lunches, brunches, and teas, from children's parties to buffets, and everything in between, here is the essential guide you need for all everyday parties and events. Book jacket.

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. vii
Preparing for a Fine Occasion
The Good Host	p. 5
The Good Guest	p. 7
Invitations	p. 16
Setting the Table	p. 26
Parties and Events
The Cocktail Party	p. 39
The Dinner Party	p. 44
The Buffet	p. 57
Lunches, Brunches, and Teas	p. 60
Business Entertaining	p. 69
Children's Parties	p. 85
Theme Parties	p. 91
Last-Minute Entertaining	p. 104
Parties with Children and Pets	p. 108
Houseguests	p. 112
Party Particulars
Introductions and Conversations	p. 121
Gift Etiquette	p. 134
Mealtime Manners	p. 144
Accidents, Mishaps, and Boorish Behavior	p. 181
Working with Caterers	p. 185
Tips on Toasts	p. 189
Index	p. 195
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