Lidia's Celebrate Like an Italian: 220 Foolproof Recipes That Make Every Meal a Party: A Cookbook, Cover may vary

The beloved TV chef offers the only cookbook you'll need to give any gathering--from a dinner for two to a wedding--a delectable, welcoming Italian flavor. No one throws a party like Lidia Bastianich! And now, in this delightful new cookbook, she gives us 220 fantastic recipes for entertaining with that distinctly Bastianich flare. From Pear Bellinis to Carrot and Chickpea Dip, from Campanelle with Fennel and Shrimp to Berry Tiramisu--these are dishes your guests will love, no matter the occasion. Here, too, are Lidia's suggestions for hosting a BBQ, making pizza for a group, choosing the perfect wine, setting an inviting table, and much more. Beautifully illustrated throughout with full-color photographs and filled with her trademark warmth and enthusiasm, this is Lidia's most festive book. Whether you're planning a romantic picnic for two, a child's birthday party, a holiday gathering, or a simple weeknight family dinner, Lidia's flavorful, easy-to-follow recipes and advice will have you calling to your guests: "Tutti a tavola a mangiare!";Aperitivi -- Aperol Spritz -- Aperol Veneziano -- Campari and Soda -- Campari Americano -- Fragoli Prosecco -- Fragoli Daiquiri -- Negroni -- Vodka all'Aceto Cocktail -- Pear Bellini -- Amaro Bellini -- Limoncello Martini -- Boulevadier -- An Italian in Manhattan -- The Panache -- Vin Brule -- Sgroppino -- Prosecco Punch -- Blackberry Basil Spritzer -- Grapefruit Fennel Spritzer -- Cherry Almond Spritzer -- Spiced Fruit Compote -- Bomba Calabrese Bloody Mary -- Appetizers -- Stuffed Mushrooms -- Bakes Stuffed Vegetables -- Stuzzichini -- Stuffed Artichokes -- Roasted Olives with Orange and Rosemary -- Prosciutto di Parma "Purses" -- Carrot and Chickpea Dip -- Stewed Summer Vegetables Sicilian Style -- Baked Goat Cheese, Fava, and Artichoke Dip -- Sports Party -- Marinated Mushrooms -- Spicy Giardiniera -- Stewed Savory Peppers -- Meatless meatballs with Cheese and Quinoa -- Italian Deviled Eggs -- Herb Frittata Roll-Ups -- Brunch Italian Style -- Frittata with Zucchini and Potatoes -- Spinach Flan with Fresh Tomato Coulis -- Individual Eggplant Custards -- Rice Frittata -- The Versatility of Bruschetta. The beloved TV chef and best-selling author offers the only cookbook you'll need to give any gathering—from a dinner for two to a wedding—a delectable, welcoming Italian flavor. No one throws a party like Lidia Bastianich! And now, in this delightful new cookbook, she gives us 220 fantastic recipes for entertaining with that distinctly Bastianich flare. From Pear Bellinis to Carrot and Chickpea Dip, from Campanelle with Fennel and Shrimp to Berry Tiramisu—these are dishes your guests will love, no matter the occasion. Here, too, are Lidia's suggestions for hosting a BBQ, making pizza for a group, choosing the perfect wine, setting an inviting table, and much more. Beautifully illustrated throughout with full-color photographs and filled with her trademark warmth and enthusiasm, this is Lidia's most festive book. Whether you're planning a romantic picnic for two, a child's birthday party, a holiday gathering, or a simple weeknight family dinner, Lidia's flavorful, easy-to-follow recipes and advice will have you calling to your guests: "Tutti a tavola a mangiare!" Bastianich Loves To Entertain, Whether It's For A Wedding Or A Relaxed Get-together. Here She Gives You Everything You Need To Add The Right Amount Of Italian Flair To Turn A Weeknight Dinner Or A Picnic With Friends Into A Dining Experience. Introduction -- Planning A Party? Where To Start -- Aperitivi -- Appetizers -- Salads -- Soups -- Vegetables And Sides -- Poleta, Risotto, And Pasta -- Fish And Seafood -- Poultry And Meat -- Desserts. Lidia Matticchio Bastianich And Tanya Bastianich Manuali ; Photographs By Steve Giralt. Includes Index. 220 Foolproof Recipes That Make Every Meal A Party--cover.