Cocktail Parties with a Twist

In this book, the proprietors of Aqua Vitae, dubbed L.A.'s sexiest cocktail caterer by Los Angeles Magazine, teach you how to turn even the most informal party into a truly memorable event. From how to mix the perfect cocktail to reconfiguring a room for maximum effect, Alexandra and Eliot Angle reveal how to host a fabulous party you can enjoy as much as your guests. Here are 14 inspirational gatherings in as many different locales, including a lively party for 12 in a small New York City apartment, romantic cocktails for two in a Los Angeles bungalow, and a birthday soiree in a neighborhood bar, as well as more surprising events, including a snowshoeing picnic in Sun Valley, Idaho.