Handmade gatherings: recipes and crafts for seasonal celebrations and potluck parties, paperback/ashley english

Food made for sharing--recipes for 16 potluck parties that celebrate the seasons, friends, and delicious food.

Frosty winter fetes, lush springtime soirees, sultry summer get-togethers, and crisp autumn affairs--no matter what the season, its always a good idea to gather a group of friends to share a celebratory meal or some festive nibbles.

This cookbook is the perfect guide for throwing potluck get-togethers where the food truly shines.

Create a winter wonderland that serves up comforting foods like Wild Rice-Stuffed Mushrooms, Roasted Salted Figs , and Hot Buttered Rum .

Spring to life with early-season dishes like Pistachio-Crusted Asparagus with Feta Vinaigrette, Rhubarb Buttermilk Bread, and Chicken Potpie .

Revel in the dog days of summer with an ice cream social, complete with a sundae bar and homemade Blackberry Mint Ice Cream .

Celebrate the harvest with an apples to apples party featuring Apple Sage Mac and Cheese, Apple Butter Brie en Croute, and Candied Apples .

With creative ideas for making each party special, Handmade Gatherings offers a fresh take on dining with friends.