The Curated Board - by Bebe Black Carminito (Hardcover)

About the Book

"From family breakfast and afternoon tea to date night and game night, food stylist Bebe Black Carminito presents fifty recipes, plus styling tips, so that your boards look as delectable as they taste."-- Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

Compose a quick and delicious small-bite meal out of simple recipes and thoughtfully selected ingredients.

Elevate the art of composing delicious small-bite meals with inspiration from The Curated Board. From family breakfast and afternoon tea to date night and game night, food stylist Bebe Carminito presents twenty-eight themed boards and platters with more than sixty-five effortless recipes and suggests perfect pairings along with styling tips for optimal presentation.

Presenting a diverse array of platters from culinary influencers celebrating their gastronomic heritage, The Curated Board invites you to create spreads for all your special occasions. Raid your pantry and fridge and pair your favorite prepared foods with Bebe's delicious homemade dips, snacks, baked goods, salads, cocktails, and sweets.

Relish in Green Chile, Spinach & Artichoke Dip, Pineapple-Jalapeño Cheese Balls, Herbes de Provence Grissini, Campanelle Pasta Salad, Basil Gimlets, and Cherry-Almond Oat Bars, among many others--the possibilities are endless.

Enjoy themed boards for any occasion, including:
- Granola, Fruit & Yoghurt Board
- Lebanese Sheet Pan Brunch
- An English Tea Party
- Girl's Day Charcuter-Yay Board
- Ukranian Budmo Board
- Aperitivo Time
- Dim Sum Celebration
- Chocolate Lover's Soirée
- Halva-Licious Board

These fun and easy-to-prepare meals will have you pulling out your platters and boards, making the most of your pantry, and gathering with loved ones around a cornucopia of delectable small bites.

Review Quotes

"The Curated Board is how we all love to eat and entertain. The detailed themes for the boards could be used for a multitude of occasions year-round and even get you packed up to enjoy nature in style. The menagerie of ingredients makes such a difference and creates fun flavors while trying different combinations. You'll want to try them all. Beverage-pairing suggestions were incredibly thoughtful and spot-on. Brava, Bebe!" -- "SHELLEY LINDGREN, co-owner and wine director of A16 and SPQR, sommelier, cookbook author, and James Beard Award recipient"

"The Curated Board is the cookbook I didn't even know I was craving (both literally and figuratively). From a Lebanese Sheet Pan Brunch to a Picnic in the Park to a Strawberry Fields for Everyone dessert board (and by 'everyone, ' Bebe means me--but don't worry, I'll share), this beautifully photographed and styled book has something for all the peeps in your life, from morning to night and every time in between."
-- "JESSIE SHEEHAN, author of Snackable Bakes"

"Bebe has been the cookbook queen for years, bringing together smart and stylish women to celebrate diverse collections of recipes. You knew her first cookbook was going to be a party." -- "BECKY DUFFETT, food writer contributing to the New York Times, Bon Appétit, and more"

"Bebe has such style in everything she takes on, and her exciting and appetizing cookbook is no exception. The concept of inspired boards and platters for every occasion is brilliant. Just thumbing through makes me want to invite friends for a board party! This is a must for anyone who loves to cook, entertain, and have fun in the kitchen."-- "JOANNE WEIR, James Beard Award-winning cookbook author, food writer, chef, and cooking teacher"

"Bebe is such a talented food stylist and recipe developer. It's so exciting to see all her skills come together in The Curated Board. Her debut book is filled with fun ideas for making celebrations more delicious and for elevating the everyday, from breakfast to a cozy movie night at home."-- "KERRY DIAMOND, founder of Cherry Bombe"

"Bye-bye boring boards! Just when you think you've seen one too many charcuterie boards, Bebe swoops in with innovative ways to share snacks all day long. Not only are the recipes stellar, but the boards themselves are just gorgeous. Call your friends--it's time for a party!"-- "JODI LIANO, founder of the San Francisco Cooking School and cookbook author"

"If you aren't already hosting a get-together soon, I guarantee this gorgeous book will inspire you to get one on the books. Packed with clever tips, simple recipes, and vibrant photos, The Curated Board will be my go-to guide for many parties to come."-- "JENNA HELWIG, food director at Real Simple and author of Bare Minimum Dinners"

"If you need proof that you don't need an enormous kitchen to make beautiful food, Bebe Carminito shows how it's done with menus for all occasions. I'm flagging the pasta salad packed with olives and artichokes as a new favorite go-to pantry recipe for picnics--or anytime."-- "KATE LEAHY, author of Wine Style and co-author of Italian Wine, La Buvette, and Lavas"

"In The Curated Board, food boards aren't a trend, but a permanent loom to weave the way we gather around the table. We all need Bebe's book, for its precise and original recipes, useful kitchen tips, colorful beauty, unexpected flavors, and the boundless joy it brings to cooking."-- "VIOLA BUITONI, chef, instructor, and author of Italy by Ingredient"

"In her handy, happy debut, Bebe Carminito offers cooks a wealth of easy, stylish options for entertaining. Your board meals will never be boring with Bebe as your guide!"-- "ANDREA NGUYEN, James Beard Award-winning author of The Pho Cookbook and Ever-Green Vietnamese"

About the Author

Bebe Black Carminito is a food stylist, recipe developer, content creator, and professional makeup artist. She co-runs and oversees three global cookbook clubs. Her foray into cookbooks was The California Date Cookbook, as well as styling for 52 Shabbats. Bebe attended the San Francisco Cooking School and started her culinary career at A16, an acclaimed restaurant in San Francisco. She resides in San Francisco in her teeny-tiny apartment with her husband and best friend, David Carminito. Marie Reginato is a photographer, cooking video host, and author of Alternative Vegan and The Ultimate Vegan Cookbook. She lives in Los Angeles, California. Susan Spungen, a founding food editor at Martha Stewart Living, was the culinary consultant and food stylist on the films Julie & Julia, It's Complicated, and Eat, Pray, Love. She is also the author of Recipes: A Collection for the Modern Cook, What's a Hostess to Do?, and Strawberries (A Short Stack Edition) and co-author of the bestselling Martha Stewart's Hors d'Oeuvres Handbook. She lives in New York City and East Hampton, New York.