Book description
Bestselling cookbook shares the secrets to easy, attractive, and delicious spreads
With 40 contemporary spreads to graze on presented with gorgeous photography, easy recipes, and helpful tips
An inspiring resource for throwing unforgettable get-togethers: Platters and Boards is the guide to entertaining with effortless style. Author Shelly Westerhausen…
Why read it?
1 author picked Platters and Boards as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This book features casual yet elegant boards and spreads alongside simple and accessible recipes and the most gorgeous photos!
Broken out by morning, afternoon, evening, and anytime, with a theme for almost any occasion. The book is laid out to show even the most novice home entertainers how to easily assemble a beautiful spread for guests or how to arrange a small platter for a no-cook meal on a random evening.
Once again, I’d like to mention the beautiful photos! I enjoy casually flipping through the book and dreaming about what to serve at my next gathering.
From Rachel's list on The most entertaining cookbooks to be the host with the most.
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