What Can I Bring?

By: Casey Elsass

Published by Union Square Publishing, 2025-05-20

In <i>What Can I Bring?</i>, veteran food and cookbook writer and guest extraordinaire Casey Elsass takes the stress out of the partygoer's eternal dilemma with 75 recipes that will make you the talk of the party--for the right reasons.<br> <br> <br> <br> In a room full of bags of chips, be the most desired dip with <b>Golden Ratio Guac</b> or <b>Seven Onion Dip</b>. Put down the $12 bottle of pinot grigio and pick up a tray of <b>Jell-O Cocktail Shots</b>. Discover a world of standout brunch dishes, such as <b>Cream-Soaked Cinnamon Rolls</b> or <b>Bagel Panzanella</b>. When you're on dessert duty, choose from <b>Buttermilk Brownies</b>, <b>Apple + Chinese Five-Spice Pie</b>, <b>Very Creamy Ice Cream</b>, or death-by-chocolate <b>Bruce Bogtrotter Cake</b>. And when the host instructs you to bring yourself, come prepared with giftable treats like <b>Seasoned Oyster Cracker</b>s or <b>Homemade Hot Fudge</b>. With plenty of options and adaptations for special diets and allergies, including vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free recipes, and detailed instructions for packing and serving for minimal stress on-site, this book is your road map for crowd-pleasing party fare. The only thing you'll be taking home is the title of MVP--Most Valuable Partygoer.<br> <br>