David Tutera is a highly regarded event designer whose
clients have included Jennifer Lopez, Elton John, Barbara
Walters, and the Rolling Stones. He is also the host of the
Discovery Channel's hit one-hour show, the Party Planner
with David Tutera, in which Tutera lends his expertise on
how to throw unforgettable birthday parties on everyday
budgets. Each chapter of BIG BIRTHDAYS covers a party by
focusing on the look, the scent, the touch, the taste, and
the sound of the celebration. There is a party for every
milestone from age 1 through 100, including a father/son
fishing party for a 5-year-old, a "turning-over-a-new-leaf"
party for a 40th birthday, and a safari send-off for a 65th
birthday. The parties are set in a variety of indoor and
outdoor locations, such as a nightclub and an apple orchard.
Featured are food menus, cocktail recipes, how-to's for
simple projects, and 100 "Tutera Tips" for décor,
invitations, entertainment, place cards, table settings,
floral arrangements, and party favors. Tutera brings a
fresh, original twist to birthday parties while honoring
individual tastes and personal touches.