Pacific Natural: Simple Seasonal Entertaining
Pacific Natural: Simple Seasonal Entertaining book cover

Pacific Natural: Simple Seasonal Entertaining

Hardcover – Illustrated, March 19, 2019

Price
$32.99
Format
Hardcover
Pages
256
Publisher
Rizzoli
Publication Date
ISBN-13
978-0847864140
Dimensions
8.83 x 1.3 x 11.2 inches
Weight
3.25 pounds

Description

"This book invites us into Jenni's world and takes us where we would all like to be, serving us images of foods we would all love to make and eat, encouraging and reminding us that celebrating with family and our friends is always an occasion." —Martha Stewartxa0"If you dream of a life lived in so many soft honey hues, warm whites, long days, longer nights, fresh flavors, and earthly delights, then you must have this book. In Pacific Natural , Jenni has given us a manual on everything this New Yorker imagines to be real and good about life near the Pacific. Her entertaining style is fluid, simply elegant, and happy."—Daphne Oz, natural foods chef, New York Times bestselling author, and former co-host of "The Chew"xa0"Jenni Kayne sets the standard for thoughtful living and effortlessly elegant entertaining. Pacific Natural is an opportunity to step into Jenni's world - one that seamlessly blends artisanal design with hygge-like comfort and wholesome food that nourishes and inspires." —CANDACE NELSON, FOUNDER OF SPRINKLES CUPCAKES" Pacific Natural is sure to inspire even the most domestically challenged to store dry goods in glass Weck jars and tie linen napkins with a simple strand of jute twine." —THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER"[ Pacific Natural is] a perfect embodiment of her knack for producing simple, seasonal meals in a refined, laid-back setting." —ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST"Jenni Kayne, a tastemaker and fashion designer known for creating relaxed, natural spaces, takes readers inside 12 quintessentially Californian homes of women she admires, from Courteney Cox to ELLE DECOR A-List designer Brigette Romanek."xa0—ELLE DECOR"In her new book, Pacific Natural: At Home (Rizzoli), tastemaker and designer Jenni Kayne shares some of her favorite California homes that reflect the easy-breezy organic textures and earthy neutrals that have become synonymous with West Coast design."xa0—FREDERIC MAGAZINE Jenni Kayne is a known tastemaker and authority on style, spanning the worlds of fashion, interiors, and entertaining. Inspired by organic textures, thoughtful simplicity, and natural landscapes, Jenni Kayne has quickly become an all-encompassing lifestyle brand rooted in modern California minimalism.She launched her eponymous clothing line at the age of 19 and has grown it to include a home line and a popular lifestyle blog, Rip and Tan, as well as a growing number of retail stores.

Features & Highlights

  • Both practical and inspiring, the first book from Jenni Kayne--the creator of the eponymous lifestyle brand--offers ideas and tips for entertaining and living well throughout the year.
  • Jenni Kayne embodies an effortless aesthetic, where natural beauty is found in every detail.
  • Pacific Natural
  • illustrates Jenni's conscious way of living through personal anecdotes and tips with Jenni's home state of California serving as the backdrop. Organized by season, this entertaining book is your guide to creating special moments with family and friends. Each chapter includes tabletop ideas, simple crafts, tips for keeping a stocked kitchen and pantry, what to plant in your garden, and healthy, delicious recipes. From an apple harvest dinner and at-home herb drying in the fall, cocktail parties andDIY gift ideas in the winter, flower arranging in the spring and a beach picnic in the summer, Jenni shares her philosophy for creating traditions and living mindfully all year long.
  • A thoughtful hands-on approach for stylish and balanced living,
  • Pacific Natural
  • shows us how to make the most of the time we spend together, treating life's details with creativity and care.

Customer Reviews

Rating Breakdown

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Most Helpful Reviews

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Okay, but slightly bland

I wanted to love this book, I pre-orderd it and was excited to get it, as I am a huge fan of her blog, but it is oddly bland. It’s all been done before. The recipes are mediocre, the styling is a bit stilted and contrived and some of it is downright impractical ( check beach picnic).
The price was decent, so I am not hugely regretful but feeling underwhelmed at the impact I thought it would have. It’s pretty but not substantive. Momentary and muted eye candy.
Stick with the blog
Sorry Jenni!! I wanted to love it and glad that others do!
36 people found this helpful
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Beautiful but light on content

I really wanted to love this book but I found it to be a bit lacking. The pictures are beautiful and there are some good recipes in here, but overall not much substance. I was hoping this would be more of a guide to entertaining with lots of tips and some fresh ideas, along with recipes. Instead the book is arranged by season with only a few entertaining/tablescapes based on each season. It lists 5-6 tips for each idea, which I didn't find to be overly helpful or new (for example things like: "play with varying heights of tapered candles to add a bit of dimension to the table" and "placing flowers and greens directly on the table is a nice way to dress up a casual table"). Fine tips but nothing that hasn't already been said by 100 other people. I bought this book at a discount so I'm not too upset and it will look nice on my bookshelf since it has a lot of pretty pictures and a nice cover. Would I buy it again? Probably not. Could be good for someone who hasn't entertained much or is just starting out with a new house or recent grad, but otherwise it's just kinda meh. Hopefully her next book will have a lot more content and ideas!
16 people found this helpful
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California Inspiration from the Creative Jenni Kayne

Jenni Kayne is a young West Coast "Martha Stewart" who has created a lovely, inspiring book on healthy living and entertaining, divided by seasons. The food is beautifully presented with recipes that don't seem too complicated. Table decor is understated and natural. Each entertaining event ends with a "parting gift" and "how-to" instructions. Can't wait to try everything.
12 people found this helpful
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Lovely, but...

First, let me say that like everything Jenni Kayne touches, the book is lovely. I would’ve preferred more of her many profiles of accomplished women, their spaces and “uniforms”. When I called a store and asked about the nature of the book, I was given to understand it to be more in the nature of her blog profiles and less of a millennial Martha. Still lovely though, so I will keep it and watch for another book soon.
10 people found this helpful
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Beautiful, inspiring, chic, practical

This is the most beautiful book! I am a huge fan of everything that Jenni does and this book does not disappoint. Her aesthetic is so stunning and I love all of the tips that she shares. I bought five copies so I can give to my favorite friends as gifts.
4 people found this helpful
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AMAZING BOOK

I LOVVVVE this book! It’s a masterpiece. True elegance by the author! She has inspired me to have friends over and spoil them with her beautiful ideas. It is a MUST purchase. You will not be disappointed. I would give it 10 stars if I could. The illustrations and ideas are fabulous! Thank you for creating this masterpiece ! Amy
2 people found this helpful
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Beautiful Lifestyle Book!

This beautiful book is the perfect accent for any home or a lovely hostess gift! Jenni exemplifies the California lifestyle throughout the book and suggests simple, yet thoughtful, recipes, decor and gifts. Every page is filled with gorgeous photos, love of nature and family.
2 people found this helpful
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Must-read for entertaining!

A must-read if you’re into entertaining! Plus it’s pretty to look at.
2 people found this helpful
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This Book Is Beautiful AND Helpful!!

As a new homeowner, I've been in the market for books that will really inspire me to get into the art of entertaining. I've been using Pinterest and other resources to plan parties or find recipes, but nothing has really catered to my style as much as Jenni Kayne's Pacific Natural. It's not just a coffee table book with gorgeous pages you can endlessly flip through - it's much more than that. The recipes, decor, and art tips and tricks are thoughtful, beautiful and easy to follow. I'm so excited to have this book in my home. I have a lot of entertaining plans to get started on!
2 people found this helpful
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this is a GREAT book

was delivered yesterday and i read through the whole book. both the photos, recipes and ideas for entertaining are all on point and easy to follow.
move over Martha Stewart there's a new lifestyle guru in town
2 people found this helpful