Suppers: Novel Suggestions for Social Occasions

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Suppers: Novel Suggestions for Social Occasions

by Paul Pierce

EN·~2 hours·9 chapters

Chapters

9 total
1

Suppers - NOVEL SUGGESTIONS FOR SOCIAL - OCCASIONS - Compiled by - PAUL PIERCE

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To the Aristocracy of America.

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Publisher's Announcement.

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CHAPTER I. - Chafing Dish Suppers—Chafing Dish Cooking and Serving—Chafing Dish Chat—A Chafing Dish Supper—A Chafing Dish Party—Over the Chafing Dish.

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CHAPTER II. - German, Dutch and Bohemian Suppers—Some Queer German Suppers—A Dutch Supper—Bohemian Supper for Men—The Dutch Supper. - Some Queer German Suppers.

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CHAPTER III. - Entertaining in the Modern Apartment—A Little Sunday Night Supper—Stag Suppers—A Bachelor Supper.

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CHAPTER IV. - Suppers for Special Occasions—Danish Valentine Supper—A Hallowe'en Ghost Hunt—A Hallowe'en Supper—Hallowe'en Supper Menus—A Pie Party for Thanksgiving Season—The Pie Shelf—Birthday Suppers—Birthday Party.

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CHAPTER V. - Miscellaneous Suppers—Camping Parties and Clambakes—Nutting Party—Harvest Home Supper—Autumn Suppers—Dickens Supper—Boston Supper Party—Yachting Party—A Butterfly Supper—Young Married Couples Supper—Head Dress Supper Party—Quilting Supper—Wedding Supper—Waffle Supper—The Bohemian Picnic Supper—Railroad Party—Literary Supper—Peanut Party—Folk Lore Supper—Cake Walk Supper—Bridge Whist Supper—After Theatre Menus—A Cold Supper Menu for Hot Weather.

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CHAPTER VI. - Toasts and Stories for Suppers.

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Description

A practical guide for the discerning hostess, this volume tackles the art of the supper—a favored social gathering among America’s most accomplished circles. Written by a veteran food editor, it offers clear, step‑by‑step advice that turns a potentially awkward evening into a graceful affair. From choosing the right menu to arranging the flow of conversation, the book demystifies the rituals that many have learned only through trial and error. It speaks directly to women who see entertaining as a mark of personal achievement rather than mere tradition.

The first chapter dives into chafing‑dish suppers, explaining how to light the lamp, manage timing, and keep guests comfortably engaged while the main course prepares. Practical tips include choosing witty interludes, serving light appetizers such as anchovy or sardine bites, and pairing drinks to complement the featured Welsh rarebit. Throughout, the author blends historical customs with contemporary sensibilities, giving readers a confidence to host both intimate dinners and larger affairs. By the end, even a novice hostess can navigate the evening with poise and enjoy the satisfaction of a well‑executed supper.

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Language

en

Duration

~2 hours (125K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Annie McGuire. This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print archive.

Release date

2010-09-26

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Paul Pierce

b. 1866

Best known for light, practical books on entertaining, this early-20th-century compiler gathered menus, recipes, and party ideas for hosts who wanted social occasions to feel polished without becoming fussy.

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