Celebrations A Joyous Guide To Holidays From Past To Present

This book will help you host the best holiday celebrations. Taking their cues from holidays past, the authors guide you through a year of effortless entertaining -- from one New Year's Eve to the next. You'll discover holiday folklore & fascinating facts, such as the origins of Valentine's Day & the firework-inspiring birth of the U.S. McCann & Benedict then fashion their festivities according to honored traditions inspired by different moments in time. Along with recipes & menus, you'll find innovative ideas for floral decorations, dramatic lighting effects, food presentation, & place settings. Detailed craft instructions make creating memorable scenes simple & inexpensive. Will help you plan a whole year of fabulous parties. Color photos.McCann, Jim is the author of 'Celebrations A Joyous Guide To Holidays From Past To Present', published 2004 under ISBN 9780756773274 and ISBN 075677327X.