Famous interior designer Mary Gilliatt recounts some of the dinner parties she enjoyed with her husband who was the Best Man at Princess Margaret's wedding. As well as sharing some of the recipes used (a mixture of the indulgent and the do-able), she reveals the hidden side of some of Britain's most famous and loved names, including Spike Milligan and Princess Margaret. The political, royal, publishing and entertainment world complement the tasty morsels and wine matching in this luxurious but strangely accessible world. A charming and beautiful read from the accomplished writer. AUTHOR: Mary Gilliatt is the author of more than 30 books on interior design and presented a TV series on the home in the US. A renowned journalist, she has also acted as an interior design consultant for firms including Liberty's of London. SELLING POINTS: Stories of friendships set around dinner parties from 1963-1985 with famous guests including Spike Milligan and Princess Margaret (Mary Gilliatt's husband was the best man at the Princess' wedding) Personal stories set amidst intimate dinner parties Revelations cover the world of politics, royalty, publishing and entertainment ? it's as though you were there at the time, eavesdropping as scandals and heartache are revealed, including Anthony Eden's rages Mouth watering menu revealed at the end of each entry, along with over 100 indulgent and do-able nostalgic recipes Wine and food matching 40 pages of b/w plates
