This inspirational volume, a companion to Bride and Groom Cookbook, features menus designed for a couple to use throughout their first years of marriage. The book offers guidance on every type of occasion, with delicious recipes and detailed work plans for cocktail and dinner parties, outdoor entertaining, and special celebrations and holidays. Author Brigit Binns, herself a former caterer, offers a wealth of advice on creating a successful and stress-free event: how to compose a balanced menu, bring in seasonal elements, plan your time wisely, decorate your space, set a welcoming table and make your guests feel comfortable. The bride and groom's home will quickly become a culinary destination among friends and family. Intriguing wine pairings are suggested for each menu, and ideas are provided for musical selections, floral arrangements and other grace notes. With gorgeous full-colour recipe images that will aid novice cooks and inspire more experienced ones, plus dozens of atmospheric photographs, Bride and Groom Entertaining will help any newly married couple learn to entertain with ease and flair.