The Guide · A California point of view

The California Guide to Effortless Entertaining

Set a welcoming table, choose flowers, and plan food and drinks with more ease. The Guide helps you do the work ahead so you can put it down when guests arrive—and enjoy your own gathering.

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See what’s inside

Opening photograph from the Guide: flowers, candles, and a welcoming table — The Guide’s opening photograph

Selected interior previews

A little preparation. More time at the table.

From place settings and flowers to a menu that lets you stay at the party, the Guide brings thoughtful details into a practical rhythm. Drinks get the same care, including a considered nonalcoholic choice.

Selected Guide interior: an illustrated place setting and thoughtful table details — Setting the Table

Selected Guide interior: flowers in simple vessels beside the Flowers Everywhere chapter introduction — Flowers Everywhere

Selected Guide interior: a preparation timeline from planning ahead to welcoming guests — Your Hosting Timeline

Make room for the people.

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