She's a Host: An Unbuttoned Cookbook for Elegant Entertaining
By (Author) Erin Lichy
DK
Dorling Kindersley
28th October 2025
28th October 2025
United States
General
Non Fiction
Parties, etiquette and entertaining
TV / Celebrity chef / eateries cookbooks
National and regional cuisine / Cuisine of specific cultures or peoples
Hardback
240
Width 206mm, Height 260mm
Cook for your friends and family with the nation's favorite housewife, RHONY star Erin Lichy
Most people know Erin Lichy as a luxury real estate agent, interior designer, entrepreneur, and beloved cast member on Bravos hit television series Real Housewives of New York City (RHONY). On the show shes become known for her hosting skillsregularly throwing lavish dinner parties and weekend getaways for her castmates and sharing her love of food and cooking.
What most people dont know is that, as the granddaughter of immigrants from Iraq and Yemen, Erin grew up with an amazing multicultural background centered around food. On her social platforms, Erin cooks healthy, nourishing Mediterranean and Middle Eastern food to bring her family and friends together for weekly Shabbat dinners, epic girls nights, birthday parties, brunches, and more.
With Shes A Host, Erin will teach you how to create the ultimate gathering. Youll learn how to:
Shes A Host will also give readers a special glimpse into Erins glamorous NYC world, through the amazing windows to which Erin has exclusive access. Shell take readers to iconic venues; to her clients apartments all over the city, from Park Avenue to Tribeca to Dumbo; to her celebrity friends homes, including Jenna Lyons NYC apartment and Andy Cohens house in Amagansett.
Erin Lichy was born and raised in New York City. She obtained her real estate license when she was 19 years old. Recently, she partnered with Alexandra Hedaya at Compass and co-founded the Erin + Alex Team, which specializes in new development.
Erin is also the founder of Homegirl, an interior design studio. Recognizing a gap in the market, Erin observed that many homeowners overlook the importance of resale value in their renovation projects. Homegirl provides clients with the same level of support and advice typically reserved for major developers.
Erin's entrepreneurial spirit extends to food, sustainability, and more. She recently launched Mezcalum, a 100% artisanal, additive free, and sustainable mezcal. Driven by a commitment to excellence and a vision for innovation, Erin continues to expand the boundaries of entrepreneurship.