One Pot, Pan, Planet & Sixth Annual Holiday Party!

You know it, you love it, it’s officially a Seattle Cookbook Club tradition….it’s Lauren’s and Nancy’s Annual Holiday Event and White Elephant Gift Exchange!

This year, we'll be cooking from One Pot, Pan, Planet by Anna Jones. The Guardian calls Jones "The voice of modern vegetarian cooking" and she's a Seattle Cookbook Club favorite, as Katy has hosted past events featuring a few of her other books. With One Pot, Pan, Planet's 200+ recipes for every occasion - from busy weeknight meals, to weekend feasts, to desserts that promise to delight - these inventive, satisfying dishes will become your new go-to kitchen staples. Whether preparing the recipes vegetarian or vegan, you will also find information to help you reduce waste, use leftovers, make kitchens plastic-free, and become a more environmentally mindful shopper.

RSVP’s will open at 6 p.m. on November 23rd, two weeks before the event. There is often a waitlist for events, so we’re asking that everyone post their dish no later than November 30th (one week before the event), after they've RSVP'ed. Set your phone with a reminder for these two dates, if you'd like to join us. Those who RSVP but do not post their dish by November 30th will be moved to the “Not Going” column, if there is a waitlist.

The book is readily available in hard cover and ebook format from all three library systems (Seattle, King County and Sno-Isle). There are also several used copies available from Abe Books.

Everyone needs time to plan ahead during the the busy holiday season (including waitlisted members) and last minute RSVP changes and no-shows are not conducive to this group's events. Also, one dish is required per person, so if you have a +1 please bring two dishes or double your recipe.

If you would like to participate in the group’s oh-so-fun-and-festive White Elephant Gift Exchange, bring a wrapped kitchen, cooking, baking or foodie-related item. It can be new or gently used but in good condition and something a food fanatic would be happy to receive, pls. Gifts are typically in the $15+ range. Gift exchange participation is optional, but it's always a lot of fun!

This event will be held at Lauren's house in Kirkland, and the address will be sent to confirmed attendees a few days before the event. Please do not RSVP if you are not committed to coming and posting your dish by the due date. If your plans change or you're sick and you can't make it, please update your RSVP as soon as possible, preferably at least 3-4 days before the event. Thanks for your cooperation.

*Note: This event is for Covid vaxxed attendees only please, with the new Fall 2024 booster strongly encouraged. As always, if you’re under the weather, with anything, please update your RSVP and we’ll see you at another event. THX!*

Additional reminders:
* Make sure your Meetup settings allow event updates from organizers. * If you don't get the emails, check your spam, or social folders (for those on gmail).
* Bring serving utensils for your dish - and remember to take them home.
* Feel free to bring a beverage to share, alcoholic or non-alcoholic.
* Your dish must be prepared in advance and ready to serve when you arrive. (Although reheating is available, if necessary.)
* Please bring a few dollars to help cover the Meetup fees that Katy graciously pays for hosting this group ($300+/year) – give your cash contribution to your hosts at the event and we'll have Katy's Venmo and PayPal info, as well. THX!

Looking forward to seeing you at this festive event!