The Kinfolk Table: Recipes for Small Gatherings is a 368-page lifestyle book and cookbook by Nathan Williams, founding editor of Kinfolk magazine.
Book OverviewDescribed as "one-third cookbook, one-third narrative tale, and one-third international adventure," the book emphasizes the relationships and community that surround eating. It explores the "sweet spot" of entertaining—gatherings that are more than just a meal but less formal than a dinner party.
Key FeaturesRecipes: Includes 85 recipes from over 45 "tastemakers"—artisans, chefs, writers, and bloggers.
Global Scope: Organized geographically, featuring contributors and stories from Brooklyn, Copenhagen, Portland, and the English countryside.
Aesthetic: Known for its "slow living" mentality and high-quality, minimal photography.
Culinary Style: The recipes are designed to be beautiful, uncomplicated, and inexpensive, ranging from simple breakfasts for two to one-pot dinners for six.