The Art of the Party.

The Art of the Party

Kay Plunkett-Hogge

Mitchell Beazley

c/o Octopus Books

9781784724634 $14.99 www.octopusbooksusa.com

The Art of the Party: Drinks & Nibbles for Easy Entertaining offers nearly a hundred easy recipes for cocktails and finger food that can be made in advance, and shows hosts how to produce both classic cocktails and modern innovations. The focus on quick, easy drinks and finger foods are accompanied by full-page color photos and feature an international flare for such recipes as the Asian-influenced Mini Laarp Lettuce Rolls, savory 'Soup Shot' cocktails, various roasted and spiced nuts, and small sandwiches such as a Grilled Cheese with Ham and Hot Peppers. Any host who likes to entertain but wants easy, foolproof small dishes and drinks will find this a delightfully varied collection.