Why I Wrote This Book

by Kate Heyhoe

"This is not a book about how to mix drinks. It's about what to eat after the drinks are mixed, poured, or uncapped. These recipes are stress-free, easy, and meant to be made and eaten casually. Their appeal lies in their robust flavors, serving simplicity, and the way the recipes complement beverages. They're the same type of tasty nibbles found at all the best bars—and they can look and taste just as tempting, even when made at home." —from Great Bar Food at Home

I love cocktail fare, even when I'm not drinking. Puffy little Gougère, robust Garlic Fries, and 21 Club's Crab Cakes never fail to hit the spot, and I adore yummy Tangerine Yakitori, Saffron Queso Flameado, Ghee-Toasted Almonds, and Spanish Smoked Paprika Wings.

It's how we would all love to eat every day, and now we can! At home, when you're the bartender, cook, and patron all rolled into one, only certain types of bar food make sense: ones that can be made in advance, or require just a quick heat or reheat; seasoned tidbits poured into a dish and eaten with fingers; or perhaps a small, simple plate served as a snack or light meal. That's what you'll find in Great Bar Food at Home. So dim the lights, pull up a stool, and pour a drink. Rack up the CD's or beam down the Big Game. Then relax—and enjoy the evening with Great Bar Food at Home. Life is good.

A Classy Gift

With legends and lore from the world's great bar scenes, stylish design, and 28 gorgeous color photos, Great Bar Food at Home is a classy gift, and just the right size to tuck into your on-board carry-on. (It's about 8-inches square.)

Or, build a bar food theme: Throw together a gift basket with Martini glasses and lemon-olives, cocktail napkins, wine opener, or beer coasters, and a copy of Great Bar Food at Home.

Invited to an open house or holiday party? Bring a copy of Great Bar Food at Home as a host and hostess gift. You're sure to be invited back!

Cheers!
Kate Heyhoe

• Great Bar Food at Home
• by Kate Heyhoe
• John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
• $17.95, 128 pages
• ISBN-10: # 0471781835
• ISBN-13: 978-0471781837
• Information provided by the publisher.

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GBF Gift
and Party Ideas

Ideal travel
and gift size:

• Carry it on-board, or mail—about 8-inches square

Craft a gift basket:

• Add martini glasses and olives, or wine and cheese

Give to your hosts:

• With or without wine, for dinners, parties & holidays

For a first date
at home:

• Mix the drinks and dine in

Cheers to Newlyweds:

• Ease into married life, enjoy bar food in your new home

Dress for cocktails:

• Throw a bash with easy bites

Oscar Parties:

• Eat like movie stars with caviar, crab cakes, and more

Cocktail Onion'd
Deviled Eggs, page 30