Book description
The dinner party is back! Chef and cooking show host Natasha Feldman shares the secrets to throwing fun, no-stress gatherings--spoiler alert: it starts with delicious recipes you'll have total confidence in! This modern manual offers 80+ recipes with menu ideas, sketches, and practical tips to ensure that everyone enjoys the party, especially the host!Making and eating dinner with your friends should be a pleasure--nothing tops getting people together, sharing good food, and laughing until you cry. The Dinner Party Project is here to revive and democratize the dinner party, to make it a fun, communal practice rather than a stressful solo performance by the host. Move over, fussy recipes with ingredients lists that run a mile long. This cookbook has not only 80+ simple yet impressive recipes, but also 24 menu suggestions plus tips and tricks for taking the pressure off of hosting. Feldman provides recipes for every mood and cooking comfort level (including permission to order takeout or delegate to friends), with sections on appetizers, main dishes, cocktails or mocktails, sides, desserts, and even dedicated chapters on the perfect pizza party or taco night. Whimsical illustrations help demystify the cheese plate, offer store-bought dessert options, and guide you to your ideal dinner menu; tips within each recipe not only ensure great results but also help you plan ahead and avoid last-minute scrambling.Recipes include: Crunchy Radishes Dipped in Honey Fennel ButterPeel 'n' Eat Shrimp with Basil Dipping MagicPerfect Seared Ribeye with Pistachio Date Salsa VerdeParty PestoVery Adult Salad: Bitter Greens with Roasted Grapes and PecorinoVeggie Pot Pie with Black Pepper and Parm PhylloThin Mint Pudding PieSo go ahead: pick a date, plan a menu, and invite people over--after all, nothing brings friends together like a good meal.
Lskeee
The drag-and-drop download feature on ListenBook is incredibly convenient – no more complicated processes. I'm hooked on this app's sleek design and seamless performance – it's a must-have for any reader. With this app, I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and real life. 🚗📚 Turn traffic into a literary escape – this app's functionality keeps me engaged while I'm on the move. 🚗🎧 Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the joy of storytelling.
Zorkle Sporkle
With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
Dream Killer
Audiobooks on this app have made my daily walks a time of reflection and inspiration. 📱 Carrying stories wherever I go – this app's convenience allows me to indulge my love for reading on the move. 📚🛍️ The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
Coldy
The ability to switch between different books effortlessly is a major plus. Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device. My house has never been cleaner! I kept finding chores to do just to keep listening. The narrator's energy matched the tone of the book perfectly.
Bleach
ListenBook's seamless audio player has turned my listening sessions into moments of pure delight. This app's seamless integration with CarPlay and other devices has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I learn and enjoy audiobooks. I can adapt the pace to my needs, maximizing comprehension and retention. With ListenBook Pro, I can enjoy super long audiobooks. It's fantastic!
Bourbon Mirage
With ListenBook, I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. ListenBook has turned my audio content into an immersive, personalized, and unforgettable experience. Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's functionality is a true delight. Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient.
Po1son
The bookmark feature is a lifesaver – no more losing my place in the story! 📚 Accessing my favorite authors and genres is a breeze with this app's user-friendly functionality. 📱🎧 Quick access to chapters is so handy. Navigating through content is a breeze. CUE playlist support helps me organize my audiobooks efficiently. It's a great organizational tool. Bookmarks are a fantastic organizational tool. They help me keep track of important moments in my audiobooks.
Tangerine
ListenBook's basic audio filters allow me to fine-tune the audio playback to suit my preferences. With this app, audiobook listening has become a convenient and enjoyable part of my everyday life. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. My audio quality has improved dramatically. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
NightDream
Revolutionizing the way I enjoy stories – this app's seamless playback and intuitive controls make it a must-have for every book enthusiast. 📱🎧 The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a huge plus. ListenBook has become my workout companion. It keeps me engaged and entertained during exercise. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Phoenix Tetra
Revolutionizing the way I enjoy stories – this app's seamless playback and intuitive controls make it a must-have for every book enthusiast. 📱🎧 ListenBook has become my workout companion of choice. It keeps me motivated and entertained during exercise. Binaural audio processing reduces listening fatigue. Fantastic feature! ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Silver Agent
Looping playback is my secret weapon for language learning. It's revolutionized my approach. Flawless support for various audio formats. Highly satisfied. As someone who listens to audiobooks daily, I can confidently say ListenBook is the best player out there. The sleep timer and auto-rewind features are lifesavers, and the sound quality is exceptional. Thank you for such a great app!
Bambi Wings
Supports extensive playlists and bookmarks. Very user-friendly. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Essex
ListenBook's drag and drop downloads from web browsers are a time-saving feature I can't live without. Finally, an app that turns my daily commute into an adventure through literature. ListenBook is my go-to companion for immersive audiobook experiences. The ease of use and extensive format support make it a must-have! Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my audiobook library.
Capital F
The absence of synchronization requirements on ListenBook is a breath of fresh air. This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening. A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Sun Leo
I've found hidden gems in genres I never thought I'd be interested in. With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of literature during my daily walks – it's truly invigorating. ListenBook's player features, including chapters and bookmarks, are invaluable for a seamless experience. Auto-rewind is a brilliant feature. Never lose track of where I left off. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is fantastic. I can listen anywhere.
Congo Wire
Audiobooks have become my escape from reality – a journey into captivating worlds. ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for audiobook lovers. They help me keep track of important moments. Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are fantastic features. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Lil Rebel Ma
I can't believe how easy it is to download audio from various sources. So convenient! From MP3 to FLAC, this app plays them all flawlessly. Say goodbye to compatibility issues! The ability to download audio from various sources without syncing is fantastic. ListenBook makes it so easy. The playback speed control is a game-changer. ListenBook lets me listen at my own pace. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Voodoo Cyclone
This app has introduced me to genres I never thought I'd enjoy – it's eye-opening. ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically adds a visual touch to my audiobook collection. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a novel feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Cinder Coffee
With ListenBook, I can now listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. The vast selection of titles on this app is a book lover's dream come true. ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is a game-changer! My daily workouts are more enjoyable now, thanks to seamless integration with Apple Watch.
Nessie Pork
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. Thanks to ListenBook, I'm now exploring different genres and formats I never thought I would. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my constant companion for literary adventures. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a huge plus. Looping playback is a valuable study tool. It helps me grasp complex content and retain information.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience