Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
To Lauren Thomas, Modern Hippie is simple, nostalgic, and whimsical meets new and sophisticated, yet casual. It's a way to slow down and create a sanctuary at home, using food and conversation to bring people together at the table and forge family bonds and lifetime friendships. In The Modern Hippie Table, the more than 60 recipes are elevated, yet simplified, with a mix of fresh fruits and vegetables and quality prepared ingredients that ensures the host has plenty of time to enjoy the gathering too. Gorgeous, doable decorating ideas for the tabletop include unique use of flowers, linens, and surfaces to set the scene quickly and economically and create an atmosphere of laid-back elegance. With an array of menus to help plan any meal, big or small, this lifestyle cookbook encourages everyone to find joy in the art of cooking and entertaining in a fun, relaxed, and approachable way.
Synopsis
Simple + nostalgic + sophisticated + casual = Modern Hippie 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 60 recipes 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. With an array of menus to help plan any meal, big or small, this lifestyle cookbook encourages everyone to use their inner Modern Hippie to find joy in the art of cooking and entertaining in a fun, relaxed, and approachable way.
Synopsis
Author and blogger Lauren Thomas defines the modern hippie lifestyle as simple, nostalgic, and whimsical meets new, sophisticated, and casual. It's a way to
slow down and
create a sanctuary at home, using food and conversation to bring people together at the table and forge family bonds and lifelong friendships.
This book includes:
-More than 70 elevated, yet simple recipes
-A combination of fresh ingredients and quality prepared staples
-Gorgeous, accessible decorating ideas for the tabletop
Discover unique uses of flowers, linens, and surface textures with Lauren's signature table setting aesthetic. Set your scene quickly and economically while creating an atmosphere of laid-back elegance.
With an array of suggested menus for easy meal planning, The Modern Hippie Table encourages everyone to find joy and ease in the art of cooking and entertaining for gatherings big and small.
Synopsis
Author and blogger Lauren Thomas redefines "a modern hippie lifestyle" in her debut cookbook, where food is curated for connection. 2022 FOREWORD INDIES FINALIST
2022 PUBWEST DESIGN AWARDS WINNER
"The Modern Hippie Table shares a fashionable, fresh, and relaxed entertaining aesthetic with plenty of noteworthy sources of inspiration." --Foreword Reviews
"Simple and nostalgic" meets "new and sophisticated" in author and blogger Lauren Thomas' lifestyle cookbook, The Modern Hippie Table. From tablescapes to menu planning to cocktail mixing, hosts are invited to slow down and create sanctuary at home, using food and conversation to forge family bonds and lifelong friendships at the table.
The Modern Hippie Table offers:
- 70+ recipes including Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Tofu and Veggie Fried Rice, Ten-Minute Smoky Tomato Penne, Vegan Chocolate Donuts with Strawberry Icing, and dozens more.
- A combination of fresh ingredients and original takes on dinner staples.
- Gorgeous, accessible decorating ideas for aesthetic table setting.
With an array of suggested menus for easy meal planning and stunning photography from Kristy Horst, The Modern Hippie Table encourages everyone to find joy and ease in the art of cooking and entertaining for gatherings big and small.
MORE PRAISE FOR THE MODERN HIPPIE TABLE
"The Modern Hippie Table is not just about recipes. The book is all about good food, conversation, and lasting memories." --Dean Jones, The Medium