The Cinema Chefs

Big Night - Special Occasion Dining (Audio Version)

Episode Summary

Jenn and Clara discuss the tips and tricks for making a special occasion meal in your own home as inspired by the film Big Night.

Episode Notes

Jenn and Clara dive into special occasion dining via the lavish meal prepared for VIP Louis Prima in Big Night. How do you set the best table? Do all centerpieces need to be flowers? How do you cook for people with highly varied diets? Why make-ahead dishes are your lifeline and where to go if you don’t feel like cooking a special occasion dinner.

Chapters

0:26 About Big Night

2:48 The table setting

4:18 Allison Janney & some flower tips

5:39 A trick for tea light candles

6:15  What if I don't have nice silverware or glassware?

7:08 Planning a special occasion menu

9:13 What are our showstopping dishes?

 11:59 The menu for Big Night

14:50 The timpano

18:13 Culinary terms in the movie

21:19 Where to celebrate special occasion meals

23:14 Thanks, and that's a wrap on season 1

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