Download or read book Gourmet Game Night written by Cynthia Nims and published by Ten Speed Press. This book was released on 2011-05-18 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever accompanied an evening of game-playing with a bowl of salty chips or slabs of pizza? If so, you know that greasy fingers can be a distraction, with players interrupting the game to grab napkins or even lick their fingers—immediately before grabbing the communal spinner. Gourmet Game Night has the solution: instead of relying on conventional convenience snacks and standbys, you’ve got imaginative, homemade options; instead of greasy hands and game pieces, you’ve got mess-free, bite-sized snacks. Cookbook writer, magazine contributor, and culinary blogger Cynthia Nims offers inventive alternatives that make hands-clean dining easy, including: • Edible wrappers around savory centers (Shrimp Cakes in Shiso Leaves, page 66) • Bite-sized versions of unwieldy classics for easy grabbing between moves (Caesar Dip with Big Croutons and Romaine, page 18) • Edible bases to support tender ingredients (Tuna Tartare on Daikon Slices, page 58) • Innovative mini containers such as shot glasses for liquid fare (Chilled Avocado Soup with Roasted Poblano Cream, page 112) • Neat sweet treats paired with gooey dippers (Brown Butter Pound Cake with Caramel Dip, page 34) • And of course, party-friendly drinks poured by the pitcherful (Pomegranate-Mint Fizz, page 138) Cynthia Nims’s creative and contemporary recipes will liven up any event where free hands are of the essence, whether you’re gathering friends for a poker night, rolling those dice for a board-game party, spicing up your bridge club, planning a family Scrabble tournament, or impressing your book club or knitting group! Indeed, Gourmet Game Night proves that you don’t need a fancy night on the town to have fun; instead, gather your friends for satisfying small bites—and hopefully a winning streak—at home. From the Trade Paperback edition.

Download or read book The Game Night Cookbook Snacks Noshes and Drinks for Good Times written by Barbara Scott-Goodman and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2022-03-22 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A playful cookbook for the next big game, poker night, or board game party. The Game Night Cookbook delivers smart methods for prepping and serving snacks, appetizers, small plates, sandwiches, desserts, and drinks that will please a crowd. Beyond just delicious recipes for Cacio e Pepe Popcorn, Gochujang Chicken Wings, Luscious Lemon Wafers, or a big batch of Peach & Strawberry Sangria, readers will find suggested menus perfect for lively get-togethers such as Competitive Party Game Nights, At-Home Theater Evenings, An Afternoon of Cards, and a Swanky Cocktail Party. Each menu will feature a day-by-day game plan for prepping food and setting up the bar, helping hosts entertain with ease, and making sure that he or she won’t miss out on too much of the fun. With the popularity of board games on the rise and the film industry often releasing major movies direct to view from the comfort of home, this book celebrates inviting, intimate gatherings and emphasizes the importance of living and eating well in this era of non-ostentatious, casual entertaining.

Download or read book Sarah Canary written by Karen Joy Fowler and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2004-08-03 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two unlikely people form an unexpected bond in bestselling author Karen Joy Fowler’s captivating historical novel—a New York Times Notable Book. When black cloaked Sarah Canary wanders into a Chinese labor camp in the Washington territories in 1873, Chin Ah Kin is ordered by his uncle to escort “the ugliest woman he could imagine” away. Far away. But Chin soon becomes the follower. In the first of many such instances, they are separated, both resurfacing some days later at an insane asylum. Chin has run afoul of the law and Sarah has been committed for observation. Their escape from the asylum in the company of another inmate sets into motion a series of adventures and misadventures that are at once hilarious, deeply moving, and downright terrifying. “Powerfully imagined...Drop everything and follow Sarah Canary....Humor and horror, history and myth dance cheek to cheek in this Jack London meets L. Frank Baum world....Here is a work that manages to be at the same time (and often in the same sentence) dark and deep and fun.”—The Washington Post Book World

Download or read book Simple Gatherings written by Melissa Michaels and published by Harvest House Publishers. This book was released on 2017-10-03 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Create Memorable Gatherings with Simplicity and Style Welcoming friends and family into your home doesn't have to be intimidating! These 50 affordable and inspired ideas from bestselling author Melissa Michaels will help you turn any get-together into a special memory. Simplify tasks and focus on what guests remember most: the atmosphere, feast, conversation, and special touches. Reduce stress when you embrace your authentic hosting style, easy DIYs, and the freedom of using what you have. Celebrate people as the centerpiece of any gathering with simple activities that spark conversation and connection. With more than 300 tips for a variety of gatherings—from a casual outdoor barbeque to a creative guest-of-honor dessert--you'll feel inspired to open your door with confidence! * * * "Simple Gatherings invites us all to check hospitality fears and perfectionism at the door. The helpful tips and creative ideas inside will inspire even the most reluctant hostess to take that first step toward creating space for a simple but memorable experience." Sandy Coughlin, Reluctant Entertainer (blog)

Download or read book Autumn Harvest a Tea Dragon Society Game written by Oni Press and published by . This book was released on 2020-11 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Weekend Handmade written by Kelly Wilkinson and published by ABRAMS. This book was released on 2015-11-25 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Weekend Handmade provides instructions for quirky crafts that virtually anyone can do . . . Think hipster Martha Stewart” (NPR Weekend Edition). In Weekend Handmade, author Kelly Wilkinson encourages readers to celebrate the joy of crafting, both for the satisfaction of making something by hand, and because the finished items serve as reminders of time taken to slow down and create—no matter the day of the week. The book is organized into three sections: “Make” offers projects to wear or decorate with; “Grow” presents projects inspired by gardens, fields, and farmer’s markets; and “Gather” spotlights projects that enrich casual get-togethers. With clear, step-by-step instructions, every project in Weekend Handmade—from aprons, tablecloths, and marmalade to a memory box and a chandelier—can be completed in a few hours or over the course of a weekend. “Think you can’t make anything—or, more importantly, that you don’t have the time to? Wilkinson’s undowdy projects—luminarias, table decorations—are all designed to be completed in a couple of hours.” —Entertainment Weekly

Download or read book That Sounds Fun written by Annie F. Downs and published by Revell. This book was released on 2021-02-02 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A New York Times Bestseller! We know there are certain things we must have to survive--food, shelter, and safety to name a few. But there are also aspects of life that truly allow us to be joyful and fulfilled. For popular podcaster and bestselling author Annie F. Downs, fun is close to the top of that list. Few would argue that having fun doesn't enrich our lives, but so much gets in the way of prioritizing it. Tough days, busyness, and feelings that are hard to talk about keep us from the fun that's out there waiting to be found. With That Sounds Fun, Annie offers an irresistible invitation to understand the meaning of fun, to embrace it and chase it, and to figure out what, exactly, sounds fun to you--then do it! Exploring some research and sharing some thoughts behind why fun matters, she shows you how to find, experience, and multiply your fun. With her signature storytelling style and whimsical vulnerability, Annie is the friend we all need to guide us back to staying true to ourselves and finding the fun we need.

Download or read book The Simplest Way to Change the World written by Dustin Willis and published by Moody Publishers. This book was released on 2017-02-07 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How to make disciples using hospitality Deep down, every Christian wants to make a difference. But for many of us, the years come and go and we never do. The good news is: change can be as simple as opening your front door. The Simplest Way to Change the World is about biblical hospitality and its power for the gospel. Since people will sooner enter a living room than a church, hospitality is a natural and effective way to build relationships for Christ. You’ll learn: How the home can be a hub for community How hospitality leads to joy, purpose, and belonging How it grows families to love the things of God How it’s not about being the perfect host How to be hospitable regardless of your living space Hospitality is a beautiful legacy of the church, and a great way to make disciples. As you open your life up to others, you share in the very character of God and experience His joy. And you get to witness lives change—including your own. Includes 20+ creative ideas for hospitality, plus questions for small groups

Download or read book Fresh Ideas written by Diana Davis and published by B&H Publishing Group. This book was released on 2007 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From décor to community outreach, one thousand creative methods and suggestions to inspire how a church does church.

Download or read book Broken Nights written by Matthew Davenport and published by Crossroad Press. This book was released on 2017-07-08 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How do you defend your city from itself? How do you fight an enemy that knows your secrets and can predict your moves? In the wake of their mother's death, Jason and Amy Night tried to get on with their lives. While Amy buried herself in her work and taking care of their ailing father, Jason took another path. He donned a mask and became the protector of Darden Valley. He became The Guardian. When Darden Valley comes under attack from more than just crooks and thugs, the siblings will have to lean on each other to protect their family and defend their city. Does the Darden Valley Guardian have what it takes to protect his city while his family is under attack?

Download or read book Our Newlywed Kitchen written by Laura Schupp and published by Focus on the Family. This book was released on 2018-01-01 with total page 221 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Must-Have Gift for the Bride-to-Be! Do you know a soon-to-be bride? Imagine giving her an amazing resource that will help her navigate not only her wedding registry, new kitchen, and grocery budgets, but also inspire her to host future gatherings with friends and family. Our Newlywed Kitchen offers you and loved ones the opportunity to insert recipes, heartfelt prayers, personal stories, and handwritten memories for the new couple. This keepsake will be treasured by new brides, who can refer to it for many years. Its pages includes practical how-to information on several topics, such as: kitchen organizationmeal preparationparty planninggrocery shoppingquick and easy recipes

Download or read book 87 Ways to Throw a Killer Party written by Melissa Daly and published by Millbrook Press. This book was released on 2011-01-01 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Want an excuse to get friends together? Or are you looking for an idea for a party your friends will never forget? This ultimate party-planning book for teens includes eighty-seven original ideas (and original takes on classic ideas) for great bashes. Inside you'll find parties of all kinds, such as an Anti-Valentine's Day soiree, a haunted house party, and a season finale get-together. Also includes party-planning tips, hosting etiquette, and how to avoid typical party pitfalls. Each idea contains historical background information, a description of what you'll need, and guidelines of how to set it up. Fun illustrations, safety, and money-saving tips are included.

Download or read book She s Got Game written by Laura Heffernan and published by Lyrical Press. This book was released on 2019-08-13 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this irresistible rom com for fans of Christina Lauren and Alisha Rai, travel blogger Gwen Williams’ pact to never mix love with gaming is put in serious jeopardy by her frustratingly handsome competition, Cody McKay. Will it be winner take all, or will Gwen be left with her heart on the table? "Charming, funny, and full of surprises, She's Got Game gave me all the feels, following Gwen on a romantic journey as she learns to let down her guard and play her hand at the game of love." —Kristin Rockaway, author of How to Hack a Heartbreak Travel blogger Gwen Williams is living the dream—competing in the annual American Board Game Championship. She's up against some stiff competition, namely legendary gamer and four-time champ Cody McKay. The seriously buff hottie and shameless flirt is going all-out to seduce her. That's when Gwen lays her cards on the table: She never, ever mixes gaming with romance . . . until resisting Cody becomes a losing proposition. As Gwen gives in to temptation, everything's in play for a major heartache. With the rounds heating up and players eliminated, she knows she's gambling a lot more than a seat at the final table in Vegas. But Cody's kisses promise more than a fleeting romance. If she plays her cards right, Gwen just might walk off with the championship and the man of her dreams. Praise for America's Next Reality Star "Smart, witty, and really freaking good . . . a fun read that has you cheering from the first paragraph through the last page." —Kerry Lonsdale, Wall Street Journal bestselling author "Reality TV fans, this is your book! Laura Heffernan captures all the drama and over-the-top craziness in this fun and flirty romance." —Amy E. Reichert, author of Love, Luck, and Lemon Pie "America's Next Reality Star is one sweet, sexy brain-candy read! You won't be sorry you indulged." —Leah Marie Brown

Download or read book The Read Aloud Family written by Sarah Mackenzie and published by HarperChristian + ORM. This book was released on 2018-03-27 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover practical strategies to make reading aloud a meaningful family ritual. The stories we read--and the conversations we have about them--help shape family traditions, create lifelong memories, and become part of our legacy. Reading aloud not only has the power to change a family--it has the power to change the world. But we all know that connecting deeply with our families can be difficult in our busy, technology-driven society. Reading aloud is one of the best ways to be fully present with our children, even after they can read themselves, but it isn't always easy to do. Discover how to: Prepare your kids for academic success through reading to them Develop empathy and compassion in your kids through books Find time to read aloud in the midst of school, sports, and dinner dishes Choose books across a variety of sibling interests and ages Make reading aloud the best part of your family's day The Read-Aloud Family also offers age-appropriate book lists from infancy through adolescence. From a toddler's wonder to a teenager's resistance, you will find the inspiration you need to start a read-aloud movement in your own home.

Download or read book Kindred Spirits written by Stephanie Wahler and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2024-04-16 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A delightful drinks book for couples, Kindred Spirits serves up 40 cocktail recipes to enjoy with your sweetie, 40+ photos, and creative date ideas that will add some spirited fun to your love life. From the mixologist behind the popular @bevsbybeverly Instagram and TikTok accounts, these tempting cocktail recipes take date night to the next level. Organized by type of date—from the classic dinner date to daytime dates, movie nights, double dates, special occasions, and more—these indulgent cocktails for two include: Up All Night Espresso Martinis to fuel a passionate game night and/or a night of passion. StrawBAE & Balsamics to toast each other while on a romantic picnic in the park. Hottie Toddies for a cozy movie night at home with your hottie. Lush photography sets the mood while sidebars offer memorable date activities--like Arts & Craft & Sip Night and Couchella--a bucket list for couples, a roundup of best rom-coms, a sexy playlist, and more. Alongside cocktail paraphernalia or a bottle of liquor, Kindred Spirits is a lovely newlywed, engagement, anniversary, or housewarming gift for couples who enjoy mixing up tasty cocktails at home. Cheers to love, libations, and happily ever after! MAKES DATE NIGHT FUN AND EASY TO PLAN: Mixing and sipping on a delicious bev with your boo is an enjoyable way to spend time together. Kindred Spirits offers 40 delicious drink recipes plus tons of great ideas for romantic activities that will bring couples closer together, such as a dance party, a home-cooked meal, and low-key ways to celebrate Valentine's Day. IDEAL ENGAGEMENT OR WEDDING GIFT: Rather than gifting an engaged couple a handbook on wedding planning, give them the gift that keeps on giving. Packed with tasty cocktail recipes and fun things to do together, this will be one of the best engagement, shower, or wedding gifts they'll receive. FOR COUPLES AT ANY STAGE: Alongside a shaker, playful ice cube molds, or pretty glassware, Kindred Spirits makes a thoughtful gift for couples at any stage of their relationship. The recipes are flexible enough to inspire delectable drinks for de-stressing while wedding planning, celebrating a milestone anniversary, cheers-ing to a new home, or toasting a newly empty nest. ROMANTIC GIFT FOR HIM OR HER: Give this to your mixology-loving partner as a thoughtful anniversary or Valentine's Day present, or as a stocking stuffer. Kindred Spirits is full of ways to keep having fun with your person. Perfect for: Couples who are interested in mixology and like making drinks at home Newlyweds and engaged couples Cocktail-loving couples who are moving in together or have bought their first house Shoppers looking for an anniversary, engagement, housewarming, or Valentine's Day gift Fans of @bevsbybeverly and popular cocktail accounts with beautiful visuals and easy recipes

Download or read book UNBORED Games written by Joshua Glenn and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2014-10-14 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: UNBORED Games has all the smarts, creativity, and DIY spirit of the original UNBORED (“It's a book! It's a guide! It's a way of life!” -Los Angeles Magazine), but with a laser-like focus on the activities we do for pure fun: to while away a rainy day, to test our skills and stretch our imaginations-games. There are more than seventy games here, 50 of them all new, plus many more recommendations, and they cover the full gambit, from old-fashioned favorites to today's high-tech games. The book offers a gold mine of creative, constructive fun: intricate clapping games, bike rodeo, Google Earth challenges, croquet golf, capture the flag, and the best ever apps to play with Grandma, to name only a handful. Gaming is a whole culture for kids to explore, and the book will be complete with gaming history and interviews with awesome game designers. The lessons here: all games can be self-customized, or hacked. You can even make up your own games. Some could even change the world. The original UNBORED has taken its place as a much beloved, distinctly contemporary family brand. UNBORED Games extends the franchise -- also including UNBORED Adventure -- in a new handy flexibound format, illustrated in full color throughout. This is a whole shelf of serious fun the whole family can enjoy indoors, outdoors, online and offline.

Download or read book The Reluctant Entertainer written by Sandy Coughlin and published by Bethany House. This book was released on 2010-08-01 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hospitality can be a blessing to both the host and her guests, but for many women today, it simply doesn't happen. Feelings of inadequacy, unrealistic expectations, fear of failure, lack of time--all conspire to steal the joy that comes from opening one's home and sharing fellowship with others. In The Reluctant Entertainer, Sandy Coughlin relates to people in real ways about real meals that mortals cook, during which real conversations draw people together. Would-be hostesses will discover that true hospitality is not about being perfect, cooking a fancy meal, or spending a lot of money. Rather, it's about an open door and an open heart.