Why Down Books

If you’re a pet lover, you’ll love this book to pamper your dog, The Ultimate Dog Treat Cookbook. It has a variety of treats, 50 to be exact, that are vet-approved. The recipes are easy to make, with some made completely from scatch and others using ingredients that you can easily find at the store for a quick treat. Since many dogs have allergies, there’s even a chapter that addresses dogs with special needs.

If you’re not good at cooking or just want a quick treat, you can always pick up a gourmet dog treat at your local pet boutique or from an online store.

I enjoy cooking although I wouldn’t say I’m good enough to be a chef. With some urging from my friends and family, I decided to throw a dinner party to showcase some new recipes. Since I had never thrown such an elaborate party, I started looking for tips anywhere I could find them so I wouldn’t come out looking like an amateur.

I found a book that was extremely helpful in planning, called Secrets from a Caterer’s Kitchen: The Indispensable Guide for Planning a Party. It had very detailed planning ideas, from centerpieces and utensils to invitations. It included planning for a wide range of events, from the elegant wedding to the relaxed barbecue, with timelines and organization suggestions for each. The book was informative and entertaining, much more than a typical cookbook with recipes (although it had plenty of delicious recipes too).

Thankfully, the dinner party was a success. I already have another small luncheon in the planning.

However, I think it is difficult to plan for more than 20 people, so I would definitely hire a Salt Lake City caterer for larger events. But try the book for great ideas for small get togethers with friends or family!

I recently attended my niece’s wedding and it was an exquisite affair. She chose to have it catered by a stunning Salt Lake Catering company, and photographed by a trusted Utah wedding photographer. But what really caught my eye was how well the elements of the event were captured through the photographer’s lens. The food looked tantalizing, the dress looked elegant and the bride looked absolutely gorgeous.

I’d always loved photography and have at times considered dabbling in wedding photography myself. So with this in mind, I made small talk with the photographer and asked him about his equipment. It turns out he was using a really advanced digital SLR camera. So yeah, I began coveting and ended up buying one of my own. (my wonderful spouse even handled it well).

Since a lot of wedding photography is technique, I decided to do some reading to find out the best tips and tricks. Of all the things I read, Glen Johnson’s book on digital wedding photography was by far the best. What made it so special is that it added the human element to the mechanical process of photography. It taught how to make people feel comfortable, look their best and shine in their element.

If you’re interested in wedding photography, or digital photography of any kind, this book is a great resource. Enjoy!