Shana Smith

From strawberry shaped paper lanterns to cabbage leaf plates and lemon slice bathmats, unique food-themed decor is one of 2024’s hottest trends! Maybe it’s because real groceries are so expensive, or maybe it’s just a craving for postmodern whimsy–either way, we’re on board. If you’re curating a display of sardine tin throw pillows, butter stick

After a long day of work, errands, and chores, it can be exhausting to whip up a whole meal just to feed yourself. Enter “girl dinner.” Otherwise known as a snack assemblage that lets you collect all your favorite things into one no-prep spread for an easy throw together dinner. Yes, it’s casual and quick.

Fast forward with us to a summer filled with fun and friendship. Memorial Day, July 4, and warm sunny days are the perfect excuse to throw a backyard shindig and fire up the grill! Take a peek at some of our top picks for outdoor entertaining this year. With tons of books from experienced smoke

Penguin Random House is sending you all the best holiday wishes! We have all the books you need to kick off the season. For food and drink, check out our books on spreads and boards, which have trended massively this year and are perfect for holiday entertaining. And don’t miss the newest books from celebrity

With a chapter for Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall, you’ll learn to make nearly 50 creative, delicious boards that capitalize on the flavors and festivities of the season. Complete with suggested flavor and beverage pairings, styling tips, ingredient profiles, and more, Around the Board is your guide to year-round entertaining. Each recipe is accompanied by annotated photography