Food with Friends: The Art of Simple Gatherings: A Cookbook [Hardcover]

Small bites and treats to share

The best gatherings are simple, yet somehow special. They might begin with an impromptu picnic after shopping at the farmer’s market or a late lunch with neighbors that stretches into cocktails under the stars. Whatever the occasion, this picture-perfect cookbook shows how to turn any meal into a delectable affair. These effortless recipes for brunch, teatime, happy hours, picnics, potlucks, and dessert all include a whimsical twist: a few slices of French toast doused in lavender syrup, rainbow chard empanadas served with pistachio crema, or a vibrant purple cauliflower hummus. With tips on creating an inviting table, stocking a pantry to make last-minute nibbles, and packing delicious parting gifts for guests,Food with Friendswill inspire any get-together, however large or small.“Leela is a genius at the most essential things: food, fun, and friendship. Her mouthwatering recipes–for both seasoned chefs and novice cooks like myself–will make you want to call up your nearest and dearest. The best kitchen sink cookies? A breakfast board with cheese and hard-boiled eggs? I love it.” –Joanna Goddard, founder ofCup of Jo
 
“Packed with recipes both for giving and fun, this is no ordinary cookbook. Leela covers an eclectic array of recipes adapted from different pockets of the globe while sharing morsels of info on styling and shooting food. The dreamy tome is also peppered with cultural history, which I love.Food with Friendsis a book that doesn’t just embody the way I like to cook and eat–but how I like to live.” –Justina Blakeney, author ofThe New Bohemians
 
“Everything Leela Cyd touches seems to sparkle, andFood with Friendsis a prime example. If her aim is to ‘refine the art of simple gatherings,’ she succeeds mightily, with inspired ideas, beautifullƒ)