Lori Lyn Narlock Knihy

The book features 50 innovative small-plate recipes inspired by global cuisines, including Middle Eastern, Spanish, Mexican, and Venetian styles. It emphasizes the trend of replacing traditional entrees with diverse small plates that enhance social dining experiences. Accompanied by expert wine pairings from the Kendall-Jackson Wine Center, the author provides practical tips on menu planning, wine selection, and presentation. With colorful photographs and sample party menus, it aims to simplify entertaining while delivering big flavors for any occasion.

This is the first of its an insider's food guide to that gourmand's paradise, the Napa Valley. Author and longtime resident Lori Lyn Narlock goes behind the scenes to discover where chefs shop, the best places to take a cooking class, or where to get a grapeseed oil massage. With complete details on the where, when, how, and how much, plus dozens of artful black-and-white photographs, this indispensible guide for food lovers even includes 50 recipes honoring the region's local specialties. It's a mouthwatering roster of the best that Napa has to offer.