Prepare in advance to ensure a relaxed dining experience – Sam Harris
One of the key lessons taught to chefs is the importance of a well-planned menu to facilitate smooth service. By including simpler dishes alongside more complex ones, you create the necessary time and space for a seamless dining experience. Adequate preparation is essential for a successful restaurant service or dinner party, striking a harmonious balance between readiness, instinctive cooking, and stress-free reheating.
The goal here is to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to master these three essential elements. Each recipe is accompanied by details on advance preparation, ingredient substitutions, and tips on adjusting quantities without causing undue stress.
For more culinary inspiration, check out “Good Time Cooking: Show-Stopping Menus for Easy Entertaining” by Rosie Mackean (Pavilion Books, £26).
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