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Entertaining Made Simple is an inspired new series of "Cookbooks on a disc" that provide all the elements you need for the perfect party. Best-selling author, celebrity chef and master sommelier Andrea Immer hosts each of these eight enhanced CDs with fun and informative video demonstrations, printable recipes, and wine suggestions for all tastes and price ranges. Indulge your perfect host fantasies. Invite your family and friends, uncork and enjoy.

Spice up your autumn with sizzling Latin flavored celebrations. On Mojitos, Mariscos & Mambo, Andrea unravels the mysteries of "muddling" so that you can create South Beach favorite, the Mojito, a delicious rum and sugar libation sure to thrill you guests. You'll dance the night away to irresistible Mambo classics from Tito Puente, Xavier Cugat and Rosemary Clooney.

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The seductive rhythm of Bossa Nova is the perfect match for lively Brazilian fare, sparkling wine and cool Caipirinhas on Bubbles, Brazil & Bossa Nova.

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Take advantage of early nights with a romantic candle-lit dinner for two. Bold, full-bodied reds like Cote du Rhone and Shiraz enhance a savory French feast, while jazz greats like Duke Ellington, Tom Harrell and Chet Baker set the mood on Big Reds, Bistro & Ballads.

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The legendary pianist Artur Rubinstein performs some of classical music’s most beautiful nocturnes and waltzes, and Andrea provides a chocolate lover’s fantasy menu on Champagne, Chocolate and Chopin.

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Thrill guests with a mouth-watering cookout of bourbon-brined Baby Back Ribs, grill-steamed Mussels in wheat beer, and carrot slaw with toasted pine nuts and herbs. Relax with a frosted glass of beer while grooving to songs by Etta James, Buddy Guy, Little Richard and Howard Tate on Brew, BBQ & Blues.

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Surprise and delight seafood aficionados with ingenious recipes such as Roasted Oysters "Rockefeller Center" and Lobster with Smoked Mozzarella Sauce. These are paired with "America’s favorite white wine" and Schubert’s most beautiful melodies — including "The Trout" Quintet on Chardonnay, Shellfish & Schubert.

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Take your senses on vacation with Pinot, Pasta & Puccini. Andrea explores the wonderful variety of Pinot wines-including her personal favorite, Pinot Noir. A sumptuous but easy to prepare meal that includes such Italian favorites as pasta, olives, herbs and cheese is matched with Puccini’s best loved arias from La Boheme, Tosca, Turandot and Madame Butterfly, sung by Opera greats Placido Domingo, Leontyne Price, Jussi Bjorling and Anna Moffo.

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For an evening of classic sophistication, turn to Merlot, Filet Mignon & Mozart. Wild mushroom phyllo purses with pumpkin seed oil drizzle are the opening act for a meal of tender seared filet mignon, Yukon Gold potato and cauliflower puree, Merlot-poached Pears with Roquefort cheese and bittersweet chocolate-cassis truffles. Paired with the luscious fruit and soft texture of Merlot and the music of notorious party animal Mozart, you and your guests are ensured an evening of superior elegance.

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