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The Charleston Academy of Domestic Pursuits: A Handbook of Etiquette with Recipes Kindle Edition

by Suzanne Pollak (Author), Lee Manigault (Author), Tania Lee (Illustrator) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 out of 5 stars 206 ratings

From the ABCs of cooking to perfect cocktail parties and the proper care of houseguests, this is the ultimate guide to domestic Southern hospitality.

Nestled deep in the South is a tiny academy that teaches classes in the most important subject in the world: the domestic arts. The Academy’s unique curriculum includes everything from cocktail-party etiquette to business entertaining, dealing with household guests, and cooking for the holidays.

Here, after a little gentle instruction from Deans Pollak and Manigault, interspersed with plenty of humor, students find they are living healthier, having stronger ties to friends and family, and using their houses to branch out in ways they never dreamed possible. Since not everyone can get to their sold-out classes in Charleston, the Deans are now offering this book so happier liv­ing can be within everyone’s grasp, not just the select few.

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    277 pages
  2. Language
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  3. Publisher
    Stewart, Tabori & Chang
  4. Publication date
    April 15, 2014
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In The Charleston Academy of Domestic Pursuits (Stewart, Tabori & Chang), Suzanne Pollak and Lee Manigault, who teach etiquette and cookery classes in some of the Holy City’s most genteel quarters, condense their years of experience into a handbook of tips and recipes for Sunday brunches, cocktail parties, and everything in between.” ― Garden & Gun

“A proper and relaxed resource for cooking and hosting year-round with a Southern flair.” ― Library Journal

“From cocktails for one to pulled pork for 100, "The Charleston Academy of Domestic Pursuits" features recipes for a range of occasions, ages and tastes. While a number are geared toward party giving, there are also many weeknight family dinner ideas, some holiday-oriented fare and lots of basics, such as biscuits, that can be dialed up or down to be as simple or as fancy as you need them to be.” ― The Post and Courier

“This title not only explores the domestic arts with etiquette fact but does so in a relaxed, approachable Southern way.” ― Library Journal

“The Charleston Academy of Domestic Pursuits is the most charming, funny, down to earth, sweetheart of an etiquette book. It’s perfect for a graduation gift, bridal shower prezzie, or a fun read for your own self.” ― Mrs. Wheelbarrow.com

About the Author

Suzanne Pollak is the author of Entertaining for Dummies and The Pat Conroy Cookbook. She was the spokesperson for Federated Department Stores, giving seminars on home decorating, entertaining, and cooking for many years. Lee Manigault lives in one of the grand 18th-century Charleston homes and hosts an array of activities there.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00ITYNNJY
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Stewart, Tabori & Chang (April 15, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 15, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 7.6 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 277 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 out of 5 stars 206 ratings

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    Lee Manigault is a mother of two school-age daughters. She lives in a meticulously restored 18th Century house, and in it Manigault has hosted a huge array of activities from lectures, formal dinners to intimate family holidays. Manigault is a co-founder of the Charleston Academy of Domestic Pursuits and a co-author of the recently published, eponymous book. Manigault has given talks to numerous historic foundations and national preservation groups in New York, Colonial Williamsburg and Charleston on How to Live and Raise Children in an 18th Century House; Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow.

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    Suzanne Pollak was born in Beirut, Lebanon, and raised all over Africa. Suzanne is the co-author of "The Charleston Academy of Domestic Pursuits", "The Pat Conroy Cookbook", and "Entertaining for Dummies". A former spokesperson for Federated Department Stores, Suzanne is the co-founder and co-Dean of The Charleston Academy of Domestic Pursuits, which has a cult following.

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Customers find this book very informative with recipes and appreciate its practical advice on Southern etiquette. They describe it as an entertaining read that's quick to read.

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28 customers mention "Recipes"28 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the recipes in this book, finding it very informative and educational.

"...run homes or are starting out, there are fantastic tips and really wonderful recipes for all in this beautifully simply-designed and written book...." Read more

"...I'm sure it is a great cookbook as well. I love, for instance, your salad suggestions for the different seasons...." Read more

"...The recipes are interesting at first read and vary on difficultly level...." Read more

"...Honestly, this is an OK publication, a decent refresher course. The recipes sound interesting, so I'll give those a shot...." Read more

19 customers mention "Humor"19 positive0 negative

Customers find the book entertaining and funny, with one mentioning that the anecdotes are particularly engaging.

"...and great food accessible to everyone, in a most pragmatic and humorous way...." Read more

"...Kudos to you both. Thank you for sharing your creativity, humor and wonderful selves with Charleston, and now, the rest of the world." Read more

"...and Lee Manigault, two of the best in the business, have written a gem of a book that's a smart addition to any kitchen library...." Read more

"Information on entertaining." Read more

17 customers mention "Advice"14 positive3 negative

Customers find the book filled with practical advice on Southern etiquette, with one customer noting it's a smart addition to any kitchen library.

"...whether you have run homes or are starting out, there are fantastic tips and really wonderful recipes for all in this beautifully simply-designed..." Read more

"...The substance of the book is also great. There is a good mix of etiquette tips, party hosting suggestions, and even tips for staying the night at a..." Read more

"...Artfully illustrated and filled with practical advice, the Charleston Academy Deans teach us how use our kitchens and remind us how to live at home..." Read more

"...And, it's the most fun read of any cookbook ever! I like the etiquette and serving lessons also. This was a much appreciated wedding gift." Read more

10 customers mention "Readability"10 positive0 negative

Customers find the book readable and easy to follow, with one customer noting it is written in the third person.

"...wonderful recipes for all in this beautifully simply-designed and written book...." Read more

"What a treat this is to read! I am literally laughing out loud. You are hilarious!..." Read more

"...The substance of the book is also great...." Read more

"Loved it, quick read and learned how to mix a few drinks and how to get rid of stragglers at the end of a party." Read more

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  • Carla Hendra
    5.0 out of 5 stars Charming AND pragmatic!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2014
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    Why do I love this book? I'm a very busy professional with children and multiple homes who tries like crazy to have moments of grace and charm in a too-hectic life. What Suzanne Pollak and Lee Manigault have done with their book is to make grace, charm, and great food accessible to everyone, in a most pragmatic and humorous way. They are clearly very elegant AND a couple of Southern broads (as a New Yorker would say)! Whether you are a neophyte cook or already accomplished, whether you have run homes or are starting out, there are fantastic tips and really wonderful recipes for all in this beautifully simply-designed and written book. I own over 200 books on home design, cookery, lifestyle, and the like and I love many of them. The Charleston Academy of Domestic Pursuits Handbook stands on its own, with really useful information, some unusual but simple recipe ideas, as well as some plain fun stuff. Personally, I'd like to take a vacation from my business life and go to the Charleston Academy for a few weeks -- and I suspect my family would appreciate the results.
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  • Full Time Mother
    5.0 out of 5 stars A fun, truly useful read
    Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2014
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    What a treat this is to read! I am literally laughing out loud. You are hilarious! I feel like I am in the room with you, listening to you be hilarious in person. How on earth did you write this so fast?

    I'm sure it is a great cookbook as well. I love, for instance, your salad suggestions for the different seasons. Those kinds of ideas give a person confidence to do something on their own instead of just using one specific recipe. It is very well-organized and extremely appealing in every way. The cover even caught the eye of my six year-old, who was quite taken with it.

    Congratulations on an incredible job. Not only on the book, but on the whole creation of the Academy. Isn't it amazing that a year or so ago, the world didn't even realize that we needed it? You two have created something that didn't exist before and made it a great part of people's lives. So, so inspiring.

    Kudos to you both. Thank you for sharing your creativity, humor and wonderful selves with Charleston, and now, the rest of the world.
    17 people found this helpful
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  • Melanie Peterson
    4.0 out of 5 stars Very funny and great recipes.
    Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2015
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    I pick this up and put it down and need to give it the proper time and attention it deserves. I did make the twice fried in duck fat hash last night for my sons and fraternity brothers coming back from a bowl game. It was so good one of the boys took the bowl and a spatula to lick it clean. Here is my complaint. Please share how big a pan to use, and how long it will take the potatoes to cook. I am experienced cook, but someone less so might have a harder time. I would gift this book which is as good as it gets with me
    4 stars for incomplete directions.
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  • Pooh8
    5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful and educational book
    Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2014
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    First let me say that this book is beautiful. The cover, the lining, the thickness of the pages and ribbon page marker are all refined- obviously a great deal of thought went into the book.

    The substance of the book is also great. There is a good mix of etiquette tips, party hosting suggestions, and even tips for staying the night at a friend's house. The recipes are interesting at first read and vary on difficultly level. I haven't tried any yet but I did attend one of the Deans' classes in Charleston about a year ago and will tell you everything we made that morning was divine.

    Within two days of receiving the book and forcing myself to read it slowly (I just wanted to read it cover to cover when it arrived), I was inspired to host a dessert party. It was great fun and I'm looking forward to hosting another event at my home soon.
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  • Old House Lady
    3.0 out of 5 stars the whole premise that Southerners know more about entertaining and are better than anyone else in the US is off-putting
    Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2016
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    I don't know what to think about this book. I didn't find anything here that I haven't already learned, through my upbringing (my mother, grandmother and aunts did a fabulous job raising me to know these things) and reading old entertaining books from the 50s and 60s.

    I didn't find the "third person" writing to be charming at all.

    Furthermore, the whole premise that Southerners know more about entertaining and are better than anyone else in the US is off-putting, petty and just plain wrong. We here in the West know how to entertain with flair, to make our guests feel comfortable, to cook a delicious, home-prepared meal without using processed ingredients, and use our manners. The one thing that sets us apart is the Westerner's refusal to be phony, which is what Southerners come off as being. Honestly, get over it, this book is just another that proves Southerners are no better than anyone else at entertaining, decorating or cooking.

    It is puzzling that these women feel they have some sort of PhD. in such things that they have to have a school in Charleston, SC to teach these things. We're given the clear message that Southerners know all about this kind of stuff, so what gives with a school? Perhaps the image they are projecting is as false as "Bless Your Heart". (Yes, I know how to speak Southern.) I also didn't know that one had to globe trot in order to figure out how to entertain,set the table, have culture, etc. I've done just fine here in the US. Tax deductible trip, anyone?

    Honestly, this is an OK publication, a decent refresher course. The recipes sound interesting, so I'll give those a shot. I'm glad I didn't pay full price for this book. This will now remain on the shelf until I want to use one of those recipes, for entertaining, I'll turn to one of the standards from the 50s and 60s.

    Sorry, women, you're not as great as you think you are.
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  • Will Cook
    5.0 out of 5 stars Charleston Academy Hits A Home Run
    Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2014
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    Authors Suzanne Pollak and Lee Manigault, two of the best in the business, have written a gem of a book that's a smart addition to any kitchen library. Artfully illustrated and filled with practical advice, the Charleston Academy Deans teach us how use our kitchens and remind us how to live at home again. Follow their lead. You'll have fun, laugh and learn a lot, and honor friends and family with your hospitality.
    15 people found this helpful
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  • Dixie Carlson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on April 19, 2018
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    A beautiful read. Lots of tips. A pleasure to read & learn.
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  • Joanne
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on April 13, 2015
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    great
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  • Kelly Best
    3.0 out of 5 stars A nice read
    Reviewed in Canada on October 10, 2021
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    I enjoyed the recipes in this book and can’t wait to try with a cocktail party. A very easy read.
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  • Private
    2.0 out of 5 stars I would have liked to have seen photos and there are none
    Reviewed in Canada on October 3, 2015
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    I would have liked to have seen photos and there are none.
    There is no table of contents to easily navigate the recipes in the book.
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