James Ramsden's fresh, modern recipes for "do-ahead dinners" mean you can entertain without the stress of spending your whole evening in the kitchen.

"This is a book you really want. No fifteen-minute magic or culinary sorcery, just

practical staged cooking of the most sumptuous dishes." -- Yotam Ottolenghi

Welcome friends with an aperitif, before serving up a home-cooked feast, without spending precious socializing time in the kitchen. Chef James Ramsden first honed his skill for creating exciting, tasty food without fuss at his popular supper club, The Secret Larder. He has built a reputation for creating exciting, trendy, tasty food without the gaga gourmet. Here, he shares the secret to preparing meals for guests--the key is simple: make it in advance. The book offers 150 creative and stress-free recipes for easy entertaining.