Gone are the days when a week could be spent preparing elaborate dinners or a Sunday lunch for friends. Today's emphasis is on simplicity without any forfeit of flair, speed without sacrificing care, and light and low-fat food without loss of flavour. From late breakfasts, through leisuely lunches to dinners served with panache, this book includes delicious fare to cover a multitude of occasions and includes suggestions for menus designed with a healthy balance as well as maximum appeal to all the senses.