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Book SynopsisFounder of a global etiquette school and star of her own Netflix series, Mind Your Manners, Sara Jane Ho teaches readers how to thrive socially in a variety of situations, in person and online.Structured around five main ''microcultures'' Friendship and Social Life, Family Ties, Career-ing, Dating & Relationships, Food & Travel Mind Your Manners reveals the subtle differences in expectation within each, and how to read the situation you find yourself in with ease and confidence so that you may respond appropriately.In Sara Jane''s brilliant hands, etiquette becomes fresh, dynamic, and situation-specific, rather than strict and unforgiving. Sara Jane's etiquette is contextual etiquette. Transcending old notions of manners entirely, it is nothing less than the art and science of interacting with others.

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Book SynopsisImprove your manners, navigate uncomfortable social situations, and show greater kindness to others Our world is constantly changing, but something that always remains true? Manners matter. Etiquette is about more than just knowing which fork to use at a fancy dinner or how to write a thank-you note. Modern Etiquette For Dummies shows you how to navigate tricky interpersonal scenarios and tough workplace dilemmas with ease. With the help of Dummies, you'll toss aside stuffy old notions of etiquette and discover how to conduct yourself in various environments. This book is full of helpful tips on tackling today's unique challenges, including how to use the right pronouns, how to behave on social media, how to maintain professionalism in hybrid work settings (like when is it okay to turn off your camera during a Zoom meeting?), and how to put your phone down so you can focus on what matters. Learn important social expectations in informal, formal, and workplace settingsDiscover how to navigate pronouns when unsure of someone's gender identityGet up to date on the etiquette surrounding remote work, video calls, and moreImprove your reputation and communicate better with friends and family This Dummies reference is great for anyone who wants improved manners. Entering the business world? Traveling overseas? Hosting a dinner party? This is the book you need.Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 Part 1: Taking the First Steps to Better Etiquette 5 Chapter 1: Examining Today’s Etiquette Basics 7 Chapter 2: Becoming a Model of Good Manners 21 Chapter 3: Presenting Yourself Positively: Clothing, Grooming, and More 33 Part 2: Fostering Well-Mannered Relationships 49 Chapter 4: Focusing on Courtesy with Your Family 51 Chapter 5: Appreciating the Art of Friendships and Relationships 69 Chapter 6: Showing Civility in the Working World 87 Part 3: Communicating with Courtesy: Saying Everything Right 97 Chapter 7: Engaging in Polite Conversation 99 Chapter 8: Sharpening Your Written Correspondence 111 Chapter 9: Improving Your Phone Etiquette 127 Chapter 10: Crafting Appropriate Emails and Social Media Posts 143 Chapter 11: Communicating in the Business World 157 Part 4: That’s Entertainment! Meals, Parties, and Gifts 181 Chapter 12: Eating Meals with Elegance 183 Chapter 13: Celebrating the Wonders of Wine 209 Chapter 14: Hosting a Memorable Event 221 Chapter 15: Being a Gracious Guest 247 Chapter 16: Giving and Receiving Gifts Graciously 259 Part 5: Making the Most of Special Situations 277 Chapter 17: Marking Life’s Major Events 279 Chapter 18: On the Go: Travel Manners for Land, Sea, and Air 303 Chapter 19: Being Sensitive about Disabilities and Illnesses 323 Part 6: The Part of Tens 337 Chapter 20: Ten Airline Etiquette Tips 339 Chapter 21: Ten Social Etiquette Tips for All of Us 345 Index 351

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Book SynopsisAlexandra Hudson, daughter of the Manners Lady, was raised to respect others. But as she grew up, Hudson discovered a difference between politenessa superficial appearance of good mannersand true civility. In this timely book, Hudson sheds light on how civility can help bridge our political divide.From classical philosophers like Epictetus, to great twentieth-century thinkers like Martin Luther King Jr., to her own experience working in the federal government during one of the most politically fraught eras in our nation''s history, Hudson examines how civilitya respect for the personhood and dignity of otherstranscends political disagreements. Respecting someone means valuing them enough to tell them when you think they are wrong.It's easy to look at the divided state of the world and blame our leaders, the media, or our education system. Instead, we should focus on what we can control: ourselves. The Soul of Civility empowers readers to live tolerantly with o

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Amy Thielen’s steak-night menu of wood-fired rib eyes with fava butter, grilled pickled half-hots, salt potatoes, boiled zucchini with herb oil, and a smoky tomato terrine sounds like a perfect menu to me. Sure, every component can stand on its own—but really, it’s all of them together that has me dreaming of bottles of wine, dim lights, and messy tablecloths. . . . [Thielen] brings her romantic but practical approach to her writing and menus." -- Emma Wartzman - New York"A decade after her debut cookbook, The New Midwestern Table, ex-Food Network host Amy Thielen has produced a sequel. Company’s calling, and the result is menu after menu of plates serving six to 20. . . . Just pick and choose any Thielen recipe you want for dinner; even downscaled, they overdeliver." -- T. Susan Chang - NPR"Though the concept of feeding a group of six, 12, or perhaps even 20 can spark anxiety in the heart of even the most confident home cook, Amy Thielen . . . and her new book will empower you to do just that—casually! . . . . Thielen’s humor and candor, along with the reminiscent-of-a-family-album photography, make the book approachable and fun." -- Vanessa Pamela Friedman - Vogue"Dinner parties should be about love, not stress, and in Amy Thielen’s hands they can be. . . . She offers menus for gatherings casual and formal, small and large, with helpful tips and a welcome eye toward food costs. Whether the host is preparing wood-fired steaks with fava butter from the 'Supper Club Night' menu, spiced meatballs with creamed gravy and mascarpone whipped potatoes for Christmas Eve, a potato tortilla and sausages with mustard-miso sauce for family brunch, or spicy cinnamon flan for an Argentine-style barbecue, the event will be a good time. And that’s what matters most." -- Devra First - Boston Globe"[Company] has a no-nonsense-yet-kind voice that captures the joy one can get from cooking for friends and family, Thielen’s helpful hand ensuring that every dish sings." -- Jackie Varriano - Seattle Times"Your best dinner party menus of 2023 will come from this new cookbook. . . . Reading each of Thielen’s warm descriptions feels like opening the door of her cabin and going inside, finding the buffet table and piling your plate high." -- Maggie Hoffman - Epicurious"Amy Thielen’s relaxed, easy style makes you want to pick up the phone and invite a group of friends over this weekend. The menus are appealing: In the section 'Pent-Up Winter Grilling' you’ll find recipes for Deviled Egg Dip, Bundy Pan Chicken with Bagna-Cauda Butter, Fun-House Baked Potatoes, and more. There’s menus for Saturday night, Holidays, and casual buffets." -- Kathy Gunst - WBUR"Rethink the way you entertain with Amy’s clever recipe and menu ideas." -- Better Homes & Gardens"[Company] emphasizes recipes that are best suited to serving to a crowd, but are also easy to prep ahead of time. Additionally, Thielen makes cooking with fresh produce a large part of the book’s overall objective. What is most exciting about the book’s recipes, however, is that many are presented in the form of a menu to further emphasize the love for food and celebration." -- Cory Fernandez, Patty Catalano, and Kristina Razon - The Kitchn"[Company] is an ode to having people over, not entertaining (or the “E-word” as [Thielen] calls it), but project cooking and long visits, where people spill out into lawns and everyone hangs around fire pits or outdoor grills, even in the middle of winter. The book is organized by occasion (fish frys, holidays, family brunch around the fire pit) with a complete menu for each. Tbh, her lyrical headnotes and the photos of snowscapes, pine-framed lakefronts, and wool coats hung next to wood-burning stoves, are as much of a draw as the food." -- Jenny Rosenstrach - Cup of Jo"This book is written so beautifully. Thielen is equal parts cook and writer, the sort of person whose word choice in a recipe get me really revved up. . . . The book sings because of this recognition, that cooking is a practice unique to each person, and sometimes all a cookbook author can do is offer up some words and say here, maybe this? Or here is how I do it." -- Marian Bull"We’ve long been fans of Amy Thielen’s cooking. Her recipes bring styled-out flourishes to the kitchen repertoire. And then there’s her writing: with Thielen’s first cookbook, The New Midwestern Table, she became our generation’s Laurie Colwin, dramatizing the all-five-senses thrills of cooking with a nurturing voice that made readers feel: I got this. Company broadens the scope, torquing up the ambition to menu-based parties like a Friday-night Fish Fry for eight or an Argentinian-Style Asado for twenty or more. Packed with real-life tips, hacks, and kitchen inspiration, every sentence of this book will make you a better, happier cook!" -- Matt Lee and Ted Lee, authors of The Lee Bros. Charleston Kitchen"An exuberant, irreverent love letter to abundance in all its forms: friendship, care, pleasure, and beautiful food that brings them all together." -- Chelsey Johnson, author of Stray City"Amy Thielen’s recipes and writing capture the true rhythms of the kitchen, from the glamour and glee of an overloaded table to the welcome quiet of a dish-stacked sink. This book is a practical and economical guide to cooking for a crowd. It’s also fancy and funny and fun. Reading and cooking with Company feels like being invited to the sort of party I crave—and it makes me want to throw my own blowout feast as soon as humanly possible." -- Kate Lebo, author of The Book of Difficult Fruit"A treasure—after spending time with Amy Thielen’s intimate, spirited, and often funny writing in Company, you’ll want to have her at your party, too." -- Mayukh Sen, author of Taste Makers"The most gorgeous and useful cookbook I’ve seen in a long time. Amy Thielen’s recipes are always foolproof, and company-pleasers for sure. This book inspires what we need more than ever right now, community. I will be cooking from it for a long time." -- Jeni Britton-Bauer, entrepreneur and author of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream Desserts"Amy has written a beautiful guide to ease our worries and provides us with 125 well-tested, no fail recipes – arranged in menu form. From small dinner parties to larger holiday feasts that serve up to twenty (and even a section on holiday baking!), everything is laid out for the cook whether said cook be a novice or experienced player in the kitchen. Packed with stunning photography, Company encourages us to return to the joy of cooking for family and friends without all the fuss and muss." -- Jenny Hartin - Eat Your Books"Thielen delivers again with warm, encouraging, and delicious menus that will have readers excited to plan their next crowd-pleasing event." -- Sarah Tansley - Library Journal"Double-dipped fried chicken and the single-origin chocolate cake don’t need to be saved for a big event. Those appreciative of hearty Midwest cooking and entertaining large crowds will find inspiration here." -- Jessica S. Levy - Booklist

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Book SynopsisThe award-winning New York Times food editor celebrates the art of Sunday suppers and the joys of gathering with friends and family, complementing simple, traditional recipes for small and larger groups with tips about rendering classics distinctive. Illustrations.

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Book SynopsisFor food that''s as beautiful as any photograph - and tastes every bit as good as it looks. ''A great book, full of unsurprisingly wonderful photographs... even the most lumbering home cooks can create beautiful dishes'' The Sunday Times Magazine''This ravishing book is a tribute to the passion, flair and creativity with which Frankie transforms my piles of recipes, bringing their 3D tapestry to life so brilliantly and palpably in my books. Revealing her tricks and tips, with delicious, achievable recipes, her book is as beautifully written as it is to behold'' Michel Roux, O.B.E. It's true that we eat with our eyes'. This beautiful, clever book provides a fantastic toolkit straight from the world of professional food styling, and it promises to change the way you cook for ever. The recipes in The New Art of Cooking include all the little preparation, cooking and serving details that make a difference to the end result: without even trying you'Trade ReviewThis ravishing book is a tribute to the passion, flair and creativity with which Frankie transforms my piles of recipes, bringing their 3D tapestry to life so brilliantly and palpably in my books. Revealing her tricks and tips, with delicious, achievable recipes, her book is as beautifully written as it is to behold. A book to cherish, The New Art of Cooking is a fantastic resource for the professional and home cook alike, to help make our cooking dazzle. I am certainly going to keep my copy not just on my shelf but in my kitchen -- Michel Roux, O.B.E.A great book, full of unsurprisingly wonderful photographs... even the most lumbering home cooks can create beautiful dishes * The Sunday Times magazine *The New Art of Cooking is a beautiful book to behold and bursting with tips for tweaking your home-cooking as a food stylist would. It’s a classic I know I’ll be using for years to come -- Amelia FreerI've worked with Frankie Unsworth for many years on my cookbooks, TV shows and international events. She has a magic touch when it comes to food, always transforming even the most mundane dish into something beautiful -- Rachel KhooWithin the book’s pages, Unsworth looks at setting a room, arranging a table and designing a plate, explaining the rule of three, how to work with the natural shape of an ingredient and the importance of leaving negative space on a dish * TheCaterer.com *A godsend for anyone wanting to up their Instagram game, as well as their culinary skills * Metro *As beautifully photographed as you would expect, with exquisitely styled plates of food, it's all about the joy of cooking at home… We eat with our eyes, and in its elegant simplicity, this book will inspire you to make time to do so * Italia! *[Unsworth] has worked with leading chefs Michel Roux and Rachel Khoo to make their creations look as good as possible for their cookbooks. Now she has released her own, with insights into how you can make simple meals look more attractive, to wow friends at dinner parties and excite even apathetic family members at mealtimes -- i newspaper

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Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times bestselling author of Men and Style comes a witty guide to manners for the modern manTrade Review"Men And Manners is a gracious book that offers a polite riposte to a world in which getting ahead and getting it done have come to justify almost any level of rudeness." -- Mr Porter

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“Anna Stockwell’s dishes are just the type of food I want to serve to friends—or have them serve to me. Flipping through the book, I feel as though I’m at the best dinner party ever. It’s one uncompromisingly chic book that I’ll be turning to again and again to impress everyone I know.” -- Ben Mims * cooking columnist, Los Angeles Times *“Anna has an intuitive sense of how to create simple food that looks and tastes anything but. This book might just be what brings back my entertaining spark.” -- Christopher Morocco * senior food editor and test kitchen director at Bon Appétit *“Anna Stockwell’s For the Table is a cookbook actually designed for feeding a crowd, with full menus all planned out from apps to dessert and consideration for a range of dietary needs. I flagged the vibrant green-and-red spinach and ricotta dumplings in a Calabrian chile-tomato sauce to make ASAP. It’s impeccably organized and delightful, just like Anna.” -- Alex Beggs * Bon Appétit *“In the dinner party Olympics, Anna Stockwell takes the gold—and this is her training manual. Here, she shows us how to host with style, with grace, and without stress. It starts with snacks, of course (potato chips served alongside ice-cold cherries!). And it always, always finishes with dessert (“very wiggly” yogurt panna cotta). And in-between those two things is the core of Anna’s approach: a two-platter technique that gets an impressive dinner on the table, yet also allows a host to do all the other little things that make an evening matter. Like lighting candles. Or writing name cards. . . . In this way, For the Table isn’t just a collection of recipes—it’s a full-blown dinner party philosophy, a blueprint to using food as a way to connect. If we follow it, not only will our parties be stronger, our relationships will, too.” -- David Tamarkin * editorial director of King Arthur Baking and author of Cook90 *“Anna Stockwell is the most natural-born host—both in real life and on the page. Her recipes sing with flavor, her table sparkles with candlelight, and wherever she is, there follows laughter and joy. For the Table is the no-nonsense guide to entertaining for everyone who wishes to have more fun and eat better while hosting family and friends.” -- Sarah Copeland * author of Every Day is Saturday, Feast, and Instant Family Meals *

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Book SynopsisBig Night is an NYC one-stop shop for any occasion, where you can find anything and everything you need to host an event. Now, owner Katherine Lewin is bottling up that energy and offering all the information you need for a fantastic event every time.

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Book SynopsisMake magic (and maybe a little bit of chaos) in the kitchen with more than 100 recipes from online sensation Alix Traeger!    If mistakes are for learning from in life, why should the kitchen be any different?    If you’ve ever added salt to your cookie dough instead of sugar or set off the smoke detector while searing on the stovetop, you are not alone! Internet darling Alix Traeger grew up going viral with BuzzFeed Tasty hands & pans videos—so she’s been there and done that. But unlike so many online perfectionists, she believes in letting your blunders lead the way!     Alix’s long-awaited debut cookbook, Scratch That, is filled with creative, delicious, decadent recipes—many of which were born from her signature process of trial and error. These recipes are fun and approachable: The book is organized into recognizable categories such as Weekend Breakfast (best served after sleeping in), Dips, Snacks, and Apps (for a party or a party of one), Sweet Treats (for your sweet tooth), and more. Standouts include her soon-to-be-famous Banana Pudding Banana Bread, shareable Sizzled Scallion–Stuffed Flatbread, snackable Potato Chip Onion Rings, go-to Sheet Pan Chicken Shawarma, and tastes-as-good-as-it-looks Heirloom Tomato & Potato Salad with Hot Honey Vinaigrette—perfect for spicing up your feed. Best of all, every single recipe shares a piping HOT TIP from Alix to help you avoid or fix common cooking errors—all of which she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! You’re sure to find plenty of new favorites, and as long as you laugh through the (potentially) messy process, you’re doing it right!  Perfect for fans of Buzzfeed’s Tasty cookbooks or her viral tiktok recipes, Alix Traeger’s Scratch That brings a fresh perspective to home cooking that celebrates both successes and failures. The ultimate cookbook for beginners, it offers over 100 approachable recipes alongside practical tips for avoiding (or fixing) common kitchen mishaps. Anyone in search of fun cookbooks will enjoy Traeger’s signature blend of humor and practicality that prove making mistakes in the kitchen isn’t just okay – it’s part of the process! 

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Book SynopsisLessons in gentility and etiquette from our first president. Written by a mother-daughter duo, this guide provides essential etiquette to live by in a hectic, twenty-first century society. The authors emphasize that George Washington, while subject to great stress, always maintained an air of comfortable ease. From everyday social interactions to table manners, this book explains how to present your best self, despite the pressures of modern day life.

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