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The Entertaining Show - July 2, 2012

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 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, leaves, and Chinese lanterns lent inspiration to Kevin Sharkey's centerpiece on the show.

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    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 look at classic and contemporary ideas from the "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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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 Farms
Candy from M&M/Mars, Jelly Belly, Necco, Hammond's Candies, and Oriental Trading
Decorations from Martha Stewart for Grandin Road and Funkins Artificial Carvable Pumpkins

ORIGINAL AIRDATE: October 25, 2011

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  • peppur
    2 Jul, 2012

    i want to sign up for the martha's entertainment book but couldn't find where to go to sign up. love, laurie

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