Table of contents : Happy holidays -- Menus & meals for the holidays (and almost every day). Holiday cooking basics Festive brunch Entertaining a crowd (Hors d'oeuvres, snacks and shared plates) Cozy supper with friends The main event An elegant evening When it's all over (leftovers and lighter meals) Savoury supporting acts -- Baking for the holidays (and almost every day). Holiday baking essentials Seasonal pastries and sweet breads Holiday cookies Fancy bars and squares Classic chocolate and confections Festive pies and tarts Celebratory centrepiece cakes Plated puddings and other elegant desserts Sweet supporting acts -- Acknowledgments -- A note for my British readers -- Index.