Entertaining - General & Miscellaneous, Appetizers

Hors D'Oeuvres

Name: Hors D'Oeuvres
Author: Eric Treuille
ISBN: 9780131570863

by Eric Treuille, Victoria Blashford-Snell

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Overview

Entertain with style and confidence using these inspirational recipes from around the world. Hors D'oeuvres shows you how to plan and prepare for a party so that you can relax and enjoy it too, featuring fuss-free recipes that can be prepared ahead of time, menu suggestions for a variety of occasions, and essential tips on planning and portion allocation. For a formal party there are delicious bite-sized treats such as tangy Thai shrimp skewers, buckwheat blinis with sour cream and caviar, and mini chocolate truffle cakes. For an informal gathering there are easy options such as spiced nuts, mini California rolls, or tostaditas with roast corn salsa.

About the Author, Eric Treuille

At the age of 13, Eric Treuille was apprenticed to the city's charcuterie-traiteur (caterer). There he mastered the art of classic French cooking. Work as a chef took him from Paris to London, where he is the director of London's Books for Cooks cooking school. He is the author of DK's Hors d'Oeuvres, Pasta, and Ultimate Bread.

Victoria Blashford-Snell trained at Le Cordon Bleu, and runs a highly successful catering company.