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Host an Oscar-Worthy Party

In the role of playing gracious host, Atlanta native Alex Hitz, author of My Beverly Hills Kitchen, is a mega-star. Use his do-ahead menu and tips for your own award-winning performance.

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Gougères

Use your favorite mix of soft and hard cheeses in these savory one-bite pastry puffs.

Recipe: Gougères

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Fried Chicken Wings

Alex soaks chicken twice in the egg-milk mixture and double-dredges in the highly seasoned flour for a superior crust. When serving, brighten up fried wings with lemon slices and parsley leaves.

Recipe: Fried Chicken Wings
Watch Alex make his famous fried chicken

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Broccoli Slaw

Cooking broccoli in boiling water to a bright green takes only a couple of minutes. Be sure to shock it immediately in ice water to keep the color vibrant.

Recipe: Broccoli Slaw
Recipe: Mayo-Sour Cream Dressing

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Best-Ever Brownies

These are super fudgy. For a more cake-like brownie, bake 5 to 7 minutes longer. Then glam them up with edible gold leaf ($26; surlatable.com)

Recipe: Best-Ever Brownies

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