The Southern Entertainer's Cookbook

Serve up classics and new favorites with a Southern point of view. The Southern Entertainer’s Cookbook by Courtney Whitmore is a warm, welcoming guide to hosting with style, ease, and plenty of charm.

Filled with party-ready recipes—from appetizers and salads to entrées, drinks, and desserts—this collection blends modern twists on Southern classics with beloved heirloom recipes from Courtney’s own family cookbooks. You’ll find approachable techniques and accessible ingredients throughout, along with thoughtful hosting tips to help every gathering feel special, from embellishing plates with edible flower petals to creating mini versions of favorite desserts.

• Appetizers, salads, entrées, drinks, and desserts for effortless entertaining
• Modern updates on Southern classics alongside treasured family recipes
• Simple, practical tips to elevate presentation and hosting
• Approachable ingredients and techniques—no fuss, no hard-to-find items
• Perfect for parties of any size, from casual get-togethers to special celebrations

Consider this your essential Southern entertaining primer—a trusted resource for creating delicious, crowd-pleasing food that shines at every meal and every party.