Whether all of your guests are vegan or you are catering for a mixture of vegans and non-vegans, it can be difficult to plan courses. This book provides the solution. An informative introduction supplies the basic knowledge you need when entertaining vegan friends, from where to buy ethically-sourced ingredients to facts about alcohol. The recipes include favourite dishes from all over the world, including vegan versions of traditional dinner-party classics. The book is packed with tips and variations, giving you plenty of scope to experiment with ingredients and techniques, and full nutritional breakdowns are provided for each recipe. Each dish is illustrated with helpful step-by-step pictures, making it simple for you to plan delicious food for dinner parties that will be a hit with vegans and non-vegans alike. Throw fabulous vegan dinner parties time and time again with this collection of inspired dishes. All the courses are catered for, including elegant soups and appetizers, mouthwatering main courses, delightful side dishes and impressive desserts. Try vegan-friendly versions of classic recipes, such as Pea Soup with Garlic, Vegetable Moussaka with Tofu Topping, Vegetable Paella, Marinated Mushrooms, Tofu Berry Cheesecake, Chocolate and Orange Gateau and Apple and Walnut Strudel. This title is beautifully illustrated with over 300 photographs, including step-by-step techniques and a picture of each finished dish. Full nutritional information is provided to help you plan a balanced vegan diet.

About the Author

Tony Bishop-Weston grew up in his family's delicatessen, so it was no surprise that he ended up in catering. After winning a string of awards for his hotel and a stint as a presenter at a Highland radio station, he helped the UK Vegetarian Society in Manchester and then The Vegan Society in Hastings. Yvonne Bishop-Weston has managed health food stores, ran the pioneering vegetarian catering company, Cranks, and was the vegetarian face of The Food Doctor before setting up her own nutrition consultancy Foods for Life in London.