Bamboo Dipping Set -  $85

Entertaining made easy! Beautiful bamboo serving tray with Tuscan design dipping bowls for olive oil, dipping sauce or spreads, ready to go with choice of 3 gourmet pesto/tapenade, and crackers.

To Order: 805-234-2051

The Tailgate Party- $249

The ultimate tailgate party in bag: portable gas grill; premium BBQ tools; insulated, waterproof cooler bag filled with a selection of all natural gourmet sauces & dips that can be used on whatever you’re grilling or with the assorted dipping pretzels. For pre-grill snacking, enjoy a delicious mixture of seasoned almonds while you create mouthwatering appetizers with the 2 Bella Cucina pestos (of Oprah’s “O List”) and a variety of crackers, crostini, and pita chips. Serve it all up with the themed plates and napkins.

Tea Ceremony for Two -  $75

The Tea Ceremony Gift Set provides everything you need to create an enticing tea ritual. Select from the inspired collection of tea to serve to your guests. Tea Forte signature porcelain cups and tea trays were custom designed for an extraordinary presentation.

This gift set includes:
- One Ribbon Box Sampler (twenty infusers)
- Two porcelain Café Cups in wooden boxes
- Two ceramic Tea Trays in celery green

Deluxe Tea Ceremony for Two -  $199

Enjoy this lavish ensemble that comes to you in a feminine fabric covered box. Inside you’ll find everything you need to create the perfect tea connoisseur’s duet: 2 elegant porcelain cafe cups, custom designed for the exquisite silken tea infusers from Tea Forte (of Oprah’s “O List”); a set of matching tea trays; 2 boxes of crescent moon tea cookies; 2 extraordinarily delicious scone mixes; 2 jars of imported English clotted cream; Bella Cucina’s lemon cream; imported English raspberry jam; gourmet cinnamon honey; a bamboo spreader; and a CD package called "Invitation to Tea" that perfectly pairs teatime recipes to fine classical music.

Tea Prima Package -  $130

This package is for the tea connoisseur who enjoys the ceremony of taking tea. Nestled in a beautiful Pamela Gladding hat box is an elegant porcelain teacup ensemble, custom designed for the exquisite silken tea infusers from Tea Forte (of Oprah’s “O List”), along with a set of tea trays, a delicious collection of tea cookies, biscotti, scone mix, imported English clotted cream, Danish jams, and a CD package called “Invitation to Tea” that perfectly pairs teatime recipes to fine classical music.

To Order: 805-234-2051

Tea Forte "Tea for Two" Tin

This tin is elegantly tied up with green ribbon and a beaded yellow or purple sprig. Perfect for a party favor or token of appreciation.

To Order: 805-234-2051

Appetizers To Go -  $25

Basket with crostini and a choice of either olive tapenade, sweet pepper pesto, sun-dried tomato pesto, or lemon artichoke pesto, along with a bamboo spreader – everything you need!

To Order: 805-234-2051

College Exam Stress Buster - $29

The perfect gift for that college kid who needs a break from studies. Fun and relaxing, the best medicine for recharging the weary academic.

To Order: 805-234-2051

Italian Intermezzo -  $35

Recipes by Celebrated Italian Chefs
Romantic Italian Music

Italian Intermezzo is a celebration of the senses that includes recipes from 21 talented chefs and a CD of romantic Italian songs. Luscious food photography, masterpiece paintings, and poetry complete the experience. On the accompanying music CD, the Pizzarelli-Peplowski sextet recreates the sound of Italy everyone knows, from Neapolitan songs and opera to pop songs and music from the movies. Italian Intermezzo will inspire many evenings of music, food, joy, and romance in your home. Buon appetito!

A Table For Two -  $35

Recipes from Celebrated City Restaurants
Romantic Jazz Ballads by The Kenny Barron Ensemble

Bring home the pleasures of a table for two! Includes recipes from America’s most romantic restaurants, gorgeous jazz, and inspiring art by Henri Matisse. Home cooks will enjoy sensational dishes created by talented chefs at 18 celebrated restaurants. Luscious food photography, inspiring travel photos, a conversation with singer Taj Mahal, and quotes about love, food, and music give the book perspective and style.

Tender, lyrical jazz by the Kenny Barron Ensemble—Kenny Baron, Bob Sheppard, Dave Ellis, Peter Barshay, Lewis Nash—sets the tempo for relaxed dining. The music will make you want to dance in your kitchen—or at least after dinner! Here’s to great music, delicious dinners, and many magical evenings!

Spa -  $35

Recipes from Celebrated Spas
Soothing Classical Piano Music

Making use of fresh, wholesome foods, talented chefs provide home cooks with breakfast, lunch, and dinner recipes from great spas of North America. Here are dishes that retain the flavor of gourmet cuisine, while minimizing fat and excessive calories. Also included are recipes for homemade facials, body scrubs, herbal baths, and other luxurious spa-style treatments. The recording of soothing classical piano music is the perfect accompaniment to dining, home-spa pampering, or any relaxed activity.

Afternoon Tea Serenade -  $35

Recipes from Famous Tea Rooms
Classical Chamber Music

Afternoon tea is a time for relaxation and revitalization. Here are recipes for cooks who want to recreate this civilized experience at home, including scones, sandwiches, quick breads, and pastries. Also included are a guide to the world's teas, tea history and lore, and charming line drawings throughout. The recording of beautiful chamber music for harp, flute, violin, and cello sets the mood for a relaxing retreat from the pressures of the outside world.

Holidays -  $35

Holiday Menu Cookbook
The San Francisco String Quartet with Flute, Harp, Harpsichord

The season's home entertaining will be enhanced with festive music by Handel, Mozart, Vaughan Williams, and Vivaldi. This is a recording to enjoy from Thanksgiving through New Year's. The holiday brunch and dinner recipes are contributed by 21 celebrated chefs from historic landmark hotels and internationally famous restaurants from across America.

Coffee Treats -  $22

Muffins, Scones, Quick Breads
J.S. Bach Brandenburg Concertos
Fresh Coffee, Home Baked Treats, and Inspiring Music

Sharon O’Connor brings you her favorite muffins, scones, and quick breads with Bach’s joyous Brandenburg Concertos.

Includes cook’s tips and variations for easy, everyday baking.

* Quick, easy home baking
* Food photo of each recipe
* Reduced-fat alternatives
* Shopping and pantry lists

Smooth Cooking -  $22

Tasty Party Dishes and Drinks
Smooth Jazz

Sharon O’Connor brings you recipes from smooth jazz musicians and their favorite restaurants with cool music for entertaining.

Cook’s tips, martini recipes, vegetarian alternatives. Recipes and music selected by Mark De Anda, station KMGQ/Santa Barbara, CA.

* Fast, easy recipes
* Food photo of each sensational dish
* Shopping and pantry lists

Wine Tasting -  $22

Small Plates for Wine
The Tim Ware Band
Delicious Little Dishes, Fine Wines, Great Music, Good Times!

Sharon O’Connor brings you her favorite recipes for wine tastings and casual dinners with new acoustic music by the Tim Ware Band.

Includes tips, variations, and suggestions for pairing wine with food.

* Fast, easy recipes
* Food photo of each dish
* How to host a wine tasting party
* Shopping and pantry lists

Home With Baby -  $22

Wholesome Recipes for New Families
Soothing Lullabies for Solo Guitar
Nourishing Meals and Calming Lullabies for the Ones You Love

Sharon O’Connor brings you energy-giving meals and gentle lullabies.

Includes time-saving tips, ideas for easy healthy eating, recipes for homemade baby food, lullaby lyrics, and soft acoustic guitar music for special moments with your baby.

* Simple, make-ahead recipes
* Food photo of each healthy dish
* Widely available ingredients
* Shopping and pantry lists

The Cocktail Hour -  $22

Cocktail Party Appetizers
Piano Jazz, George Cables Trio
Appetizers, Jazz, and Cocktails for Sensational Cocktail Parties!

Sharon O’Connor brings you her favorite cocktail party foods, from nibbles and appetizers to bite-size sweets.

Sensational jazz by George Cables, Peter Barshay, and Lewis Nash sets the mood.

Includes practical cook’s tips and ideas for entertaining.

* Easy, make-ahead appetizers
* Food photo of each recipe
* Shopping and pantry lists

Organic Vibe - New! -  $22

Seasonal Vegetarian Recipes
Cooking with Cool Jazz
Recipes and Music for a Healthy Lifestyle

Sharon O’Connor brings you her favorite vegetarian recipes with jazz that makes dinners fun! Recipes organized by seasons, practical cook’s tips, and sensational music for home cooking and entertaining.

* Simple, seasonal vegetarian dishes
* Food photo of each recipe
* Shopping lists, cook’s tips for healthy cooking, seasonal produce chart

Chocolate Bliss - New! -  $22

Dazzling Chocolate Recipes
Seductive Bossa Nova Music
A Chocolate Lovers Dream Box!

Sharon O’Connor brings you her favorite Chocolate recipes, from cupcakes and chocolate mousse to cocktail-flavored truffles! Legendary bossa nova performers will surround you with the sound of romance and pleasure.

* Perfect, simple chocolate desserts
* Food photo of each recipe
* Tea quotes and entertaining guide
* Cook’s tips and shopping lists

Invitation to Tea - New! -  $22

Light, Stylish Dishes for Tea
Delightful Classical Music
Fabulous Teatime Recipes with Music for Easy Entertaining!

Sharon O’Connor brings you her favorite recipes for tea . . . mini tea sandwiches, scones, and delicious little sweets. You’ll love this selection of traditional favorites and creative new flavors. Unwind with just the right blend of classical music for a sensational teatime experience!

* Fresh, bite-sized treats
* Food photo of each recipe
* Tea quotes and entertaining guide
* Cook’s tips and shopping lists