{"product_id":"9780847863556","title":"The Art of the Host","description":"\u003cb\u003eAlex Hitz, \"the very best host in the world\" says the \u003ci\u003eWall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, shares more than 100 timeless, tried-and-true recipes for classic comfort foods to serve with his inimitable style of gracious entertaining.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHaving played host to the A-list and beau monde from Atlanta to Park Avenue to Beverly Hills, Alex Hitz is a consummate entertainer and bon vivant--who can really cook. Elegance, comfort, and wit (and always a little decadence) suffuse every detail of every delightful and delicious occasion. Defying diets and trends, Alex treats guests like family with rich, Southern-inspired food and the generous traditions of Southern hospitality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConceived as full menus, each occasion offers recipes and tips for ultimate success, from his always-\u003cbr\u003eperfect-every-time Thanksgiving table and epic Boxing Day buffet to a bright Easter brunch and an intimate Valentine's Day supper. In addition to twelve expertly curated menus, Hitz provides can't-fail recipes for his essential dishes, classic recipes every confident cook should have in their back pocket, from perfect vinaigrettes and homemade mayonnaise to Bel-Air Onion Puffs, Risotto alla Milanese, To-Die-For Ale-Braised Brisket, and Caroline's Tipsy Ambrosia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEver the raconteur, Hitz delivers common-sense rules--including for the art of being a guest, and what always or never to do as a thoughtful host--providing readers with the skills and confidence to establish their own signature style.","brand":"Alex Hitz","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":48035679076564,"sku":"9780847863556","price":67.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/9208\/files\/BNCImageAPI_05988bab-40c9-4933-85d9-29f581d0fba3.jpg?v=1780368243","url":"https:\/\/penguinshop.ca\/products\/9780847863556","provider":"Penguin Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}