MIDDLETOWN, Conn., March 15, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- In a fascinating book that combines the star power of popular performers with the allure of a fresh gourmet meal, Sundy Garland-Ferris and Craig Ferris describe their professional experiences as caterers to hundreds of headliners. Entertaining the Entertainers: What Goes On Before the Curtain Goes Up (now available through AuthorHouse) combines true stories of the stars with the delicious menus that help them put on a great show.
From early morning breakfasts and road crew arrivals to perfectly coordinated dinner menus and the occasional kitchen parties after the show, Entertaining the Entertainers quenches fans' curiosity about what happens in the hours before the show and what their favorite stars like to eat. The authors, the duo behind For Stars Catering, have fed famous names such as Crosby, Stills, and Nash , Ray Charles, Britney Spears and Shania Twain.
After a foreword by comedian and actor Rob Bartlett, Entertaining the Entertainers starts off with an overview of the celebrity caterer lifestyle and the usual dining routines and requests of road crews and artists. They also delve into the history of the Oakdale Theatre in Connecticut, their business' home base.
In Part Two, they detail their experiences with 23 superstars such as Blue Man Group, Jackson Browne, Jerry Seinfeld and former President George Bush and his wife Barbara, who offered personal compliments on their delicious private lunch. From "riders," which specify food requests by the crew, to the busy schedules to the favorite dishes of each show, the authors also include dozens of recipes that are used in their excellent menus. Rare color photos, set lists, backstage passes and schedules round out this unique personal tour.
Just as their sumptuous fare has left an impression, so has their personal touch. "The better time an artist has backstage, the better performance given onstage" is their motto. Lovingly prepared with the artists' comfort and pleasure in mind, Ferris and Garland-Ferris' food gives those weary from touring a rejuvenating dining experience.
Sundy Garland-Ferris and Craig Ferris have been working backstage at the Oakdale Theatre since 1992 and have served more then 550 performers and their entourages. Their dedication to making crews happy has propelled them into the upper echelon of celebrity caterers. Ferris is an artist and self-taught chef, and Garland-Ferris takes care of the front of the house. The couple resides in Connecticut. Entertaining the Entertainers is the first book in a series. The second installment is already underway.
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