THE MODERN HIPPIE TABLE
Recipes and Menus for Eating Simply and Living Beautifully
"The Modern Hippie Table shares a fashionable, fresh, and relaxed entertaining aesthetic with plenty of noteworthy sources of inspiration." —Foreword Reviews
The Modern Hippie Table invites you to slow down and create a sanctuary at home, using food and conversation to bring people together, strengthen family bonds, and forge lifelong friendships. The more than 70 recipes included within are elevated, yet simplified, with a mix of fresh fruits and vegetables plus quality prepared ingredients, ensuring the host has plenty of time to enjoy the gathering too. Gorgeous, doable decorating ideas for the tabletop include the use of flowers, linens, and surfaces in a unique way to set the scene quickly and economically and create an atmosphere of laid-back elegance.
“The author's love of cooking jumps off the pages, making it a joy to flip through... The Modern Hippie Table will quickly become my go-to gift for all the cooks in my life!” – Fran Hauser, keynote speaker, startup investor, and bestselling author
2022 AWARD WINNER FOR BOOK DESIGN FROM PUBWEST BOOK DESIGN AWARDS
“This is such an elegant take on entertaining – delicious recipes, tips for setting the scene, getting prepped, and getting in the mood – everything that you need to host gatherings with loved ones without the stress! ” – Vasudha Viswanath, author of The Vegetarian Reset
INSIDE THE MODERN HIPPIE TABLE:
Easy to prepare recipes that use fresh fruit and veggies along with quality prepared ingredients like refrigerated crescent roll dough, jarred pizza sauce, and bottled salad dressing
Simple to create decorating ideas that use items like linens, platters, and especially flowers, to throw together beautiful tabletops to complement the event or meal
Casual elegance featuring a combination of recipes and decorating that are completely doable, which takes the stress out of entertaining or preparing the family meal
Gorgeous, full-color interior by seasoned photographer Kristy Horst punctuates the menus and tabletop suggestions, offering readers visible inspiration for creating their own inviting gathering.
An Amazon #1 Best New Release
Where to Buy
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GOODREADS IS SAYING:
“This is a "must have" book for everyone who enjoys entertaining at home. This is very much a lifestyle cookbook, where the reader will learn far more than new recipes. Lauren will teach you to "re- ignite and re-define" entertaining at home. It is a treasure trove of entertaining tips, for all of us who want to give our families and friends special experiences. The book is beautifully photographed.”
– Lisa, Goodreads reviewer
“Whether you want a taste of home just for yourself, or want others to savor a taste of your home, this is a book for you. For anyone from the beginner cook to the most advanced chef this guide will elevate your dishes into truly remarkable experiences.”
–David, Goodreads reviewer
Lauren Thomas began writing The Modern Hippie Table after her journey as a lifestyle blogger inspired a philosophy of empowering women, reinventing their passion for the home, and having fun in the kitchen. Whether Lauren is cooking with new flavors or setting the scene for a beautiful evening, her recipe for merging good food and gorgeous surroundings has always resulted in memorable conversations and lifelong memories. Lauren lives in south Florida with her architect husband, two teenage children, and their Shar Pei pup Simon.