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The Sedaris name on anything is usually a good sign that you should buy whatever it's endorsing - canned ham, new authors, small towns with a lot of heart, etc. When I learned of Amy's venture into a crafty, photo collage, cookbook, entertainment and etiquette guide I knew it was going to be informative, ridiculous and hilarious - it's all that and more. From the first few pages Amy reveals herself a master of everything. The combination of recipes adorned with the most unappetizing photographs to grace a cookbook since 1978 (it’s the green lighting…), her costumed presence overlooking party planning and troubleshooting advice and the great ideas for kitsch-tastic gatherings creates a book you can giggle at as well as apply to your next party. This book won’t let any Amy Sedaris fan down. She’s consistently funny, always creative and an urban crafty entrepreneurial icon. All I’m saying is that you might need two of this book: one for the kitchen and one for the coffee table…and maybe an alternate book for the bathroom, but that one must be relegated to its venue.Read full review
Some if the material is "off color" and some of language is crude. The actual book is colorful and some of the content interesting. Recipes are the best part. Cute & Fun to look through but not sure I'd recommend it . Can't say content is "compelling" So didn't say yes or no!!!
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
This is a great book, ideal for a hostess gift or fun treat for a friend. Hilarious Amy Sedaris offers tips for entertaining & recipes, all a bit tongue-in-cheek, but some are actually useful. Most of all, though, you'll find yourself amused & chuckling over her ideas & suggestions for hospitality & gracious hosting. The book is visually stimulating with lots of funny photos & illustrations. I purchased this book to give as a gift because I already had my own copy.
Amy Sedaris is the ultimate hostess and this book tells how you can be too. Learn how to entertain anyone, from a gypsy to a rich old uncle. Her style and poise is unshakable even when her blind date brings a friend to her house. She covers all topics from hostess gifts to garage sales to cookware. It is a great read and a fantastic laugh. I loved the book so much I have since bought 2 more for friends. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who loves to entertain with a twist. I will always have a garage sale at my dinner parties now and always make a cheese ball. My favorite are the "Captain's Mouthwatering Bite Size Blue-Ball Cheese Balls".
This was a great find, a wacky themed cookbook by a witty commedianne; I loved this read, from the inset cover to the very last page, it was a hoot! My personal favorite recipie: The Meat Cake! I work at a fancy hotel and we host the ladies republican luncheon and when I came out with the cake, those broads finally cracked a smile and actually laughed when I showed them the book. By the end of the "meeting" we were all sloshed on gin and bologna and went back to my house and watched strangers with candy! Sincerely a great book & buy, KellieO.
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