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The Entertaining Show - October 25, 2011

Martha and her team of entertaining experts share highlights and behind-the-scenes stories from the new "Martha's Entertaining" book.
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    "Martha's Entertaining: A Year of Celebrations" takes a fresh look at the art of entertaining, from casual to chic.

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    The book is filled with stunning photographs, like this one of chef Pierre Schaedelin's famous short ribs. Get the Recipe

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    This Thanksgiving display -- which includes chrysanthemums, scented geraniums, bupleurum, and eucalyptus -- inspired the arrangement that Martha prepared on the show.

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    Martha's simple, elegant arrangement, made with begonia leaves from her greenhouse.

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    A vase of dahlias, autumn leaves, and Chinese lanterns lent inspiration to Kevin Sharkey's centerpiece on the show.

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    Autumn leaves and other natural elements from your yard can give arrangements a beautifully rustic feel.

Plan your most stylish party ever with a little help from Martha and her team of entertaining experts, and get a first look at classic and contemporary party ideas in the new "Martha's Entertaining" book. Learn how to make four-star braised short ribs, a quintessential dinner-party dish from chef Pierre Schaedelin. Then, create a lovely centerpiece with Chinese lanterns and dahlias with decorating editor and consummate host Kevin Sharkey.

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QUICK LINK: Martha's Entertaining Sweepstakes

GUESTS:
Kevin Sharkey, executive editorial director of decorating and collaborator on "Martha's Entertaining"
Ayesha Patel, deputy creative director and collaborator on "Martha's Entertaining"

GIVEAWAY: "Martha's Entertaining"

SHOP: Pasanella and Son wine shop

ITEMS ON SET:
Flowers from Frances Palmer
Plates and glasses from Juliska
Vintage maps by Blue Monocle
Gourds and pumpkins from Jones Family Farm
Candy from M&M/Mars, Jelly Belly, Necco, Hammonds, and Oriental Trading
Halloween decorations from Martha Stewart for Grandin Road and Funkins Artificial Carvable Pumpkins

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Reviews (2)

  • Rowaida
    26 Oct, 2011

    I really enjoyed watching this show. Amazing flower arrangment from Kevin and beautiful table styling from Aysha and delicious recipe from Piere. Can't wait for your new book to come out. Best of luck and success

  • JShoe64
    25 Oct, 2011

    Please disregard my prior coment, I finally found the link to enter the giveaway of "Martha's Etertaining" book.

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