Food for Family & Friends

There are few things more enjoyable than a get-together with friends and family but how do you get the ambience just right and cook food your guests will enjoy? Here you'll find inspirational ideas for table settings and more than 150 perfect recipes; everything you need to host stylish gatherings at home. An introduction looks at choosing tableware and linens, setting a table and using lighting and flowers to add decorative touches.

The recipe collection begins with ideas for CASUAL BRUNCHES. Delight your friends with Granola, Nectarine and Ricotta Parfait or Smoked Salmon Kedgeree. Simple ideas for NIBBLES & SHARING PLATES include Spicy Cajun Mixed Nuts and a Warm Marinated Olives and Serrano Ham Platter. Simple STARTERS & SALADS to try are Stuffed Giant Mushrooms with Feta and Herbs and Twice-marinated Beef and Edamame Salad.

EFFORTLESS MAINS include Coq au Leftover Red Wine; Slow-cooked Spiced Pork Belly with Apple and Fennel; and Gnocchetti Pasta with Chorizo and Seared Prawn. When you feel like pushi.