Finally—a Thanksgiving without the drama! The Friendsgiving Cookbook is the perfect guide to hosting a laid-back, delicious holiday with your favorite people. Forget the family arguments and awkward small talk; this book is all about good vibes, great food, and making memories with your chosen family.

With 50 easy recipes like Cranberry and Herb Stuffed Turkey Breast, Brisket Braised with Apple Cider and Thyme, and Pumpkin Spice and Chill, this cookbook makes Friendsgiving stress-free and fun. The clever recipe names alone had me smiling (seriously, “Don’t Kale My Chickpea Vibe”? Brilliant). Plus, the sidebars packed with tips and fun anecdotes make it feel like your BFF is right there in the kitchen cheering you on.

What I loved most is how flexible this book is. Whether you're all about grazing on apps like Ooey Gooey Mozzarella Sticks, need no-meat options for your veggie pals, or want to go big on desserts (hello, Thank You So Matcha Sponge Cake!), there's something for everyone. And the recipes are so easy, you can actually enjoy hosting without spending hours cooking.

If you want to kick off a Friendsgiving tradition—or just need some fresh, crowd-pleasing ideas—this book is a must-have. It's fun, full of flavor, and perfect for creating an Instagram-worthy meal without losing your mind. Cheers to Friendsgiving done right!

This was a cute book, and some of the recipes sounded interesting. Several of the recipes are for a pressure cooker, which I don't have, so making them would require adaptations for me. That said, I think this is a good collection of recipes for a fun Friendsgiving. Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for this copy of the book.

A fun, beautifully photographed recipe book that was really similar to the christmas cookbook, but still contained some unique recipes that would be perfect for friendsgiving events. I loved the hot girl shrimp, spicy mushrooms, and the stuffed baked apple recipes the most so far!

I am always on the lookout for new and inventive recipes to change up my usual go-to's, and this cookbook definitely gave me some good ideas. First off, the names of all the recipes are so cute! Some standouts I will definitely be trying are:
Hot Girl Shrimp
BFF Buffalo Cauliflower
Soy Grateful Salmon
#Blessed Chocolate Bread


I am most excited to try, Lets Get Mashed because it uses half potatoes and half parsnips n an interesting and healthier twist. I really loved that the ingredients used were healthy and less toxic than you see in typical recipes. It was nice to see as I am trying to reduce the amount of toxic ingredients in cooking for my family. I definitely recommend this cookbook if you want to change up your holiday recipes or want to swap out certain ingredients for healthier options.

Thank you to Netgalley and Rock Point Publishing for the opportunity to view this cute cookbook

Book Review: The Friendsgiving Cookbook: 50 Recipes for Hosting, Roasting, and Celebrating with Friends

The Friendsgiving Cookbook is a delightful guide to hosting the ultimate Friendsgiving celebration without the pressure and stress of a traditional Thanksgiving. Packed with 50 easy, approachable recipes, this book lets you focus on what really matters—good food, good friends, and good times—minus any family drama.

The recipes are thoughtfully organized into sections like "Graze All Day Appetizers," "Potluck Main Attractions," and "No Meat Sides for No Meat Friends," making it easy to cater to everyone in your friend group. The "A Little Extra... but in a Good Way" sidebars add charm with helpful prep tips and quirky anecdotes, bringing that “friendly” vibe right into the kitchen.

Whether you're a seasoned host or a newbie looking to start a Friendsgiving tradition, this cookbook ensures a fun, laid-back gathering where everyone can dig in and enjoy—no perfection required! With Instagram-worthy dishes and stress-free instructions, The Friendsgiving Cookbook is a fantastic resource for anyone wanting to create a memorable holiday without the usual Thanksgiving tension.

Pretty cool book that all have friendship at their core; from charcuterie boards to recipes with many ingredients, this book is inspiring for social gatherings and warm house parties.

This cook book will be a great addition to my go-to Thanksgiving arsenal! These recipes are all so fresh and fun, will definitely be a friend favorite. Can’t wait to try more of these recipes. The Hot Girl Shrimps was to die for!

Instead of dreading weeklong preparations for this Thanksgiving celebration, you might consider some ideas to make the seasonal feast easier with tips and recipes from Taylor Vance’s “The Friendsgiving Cookbook—50 Recipes for Hosting, Roasting, and Celebrating with Friends.”

The Friendship Cookbook includes traditional holiday dishes, easy one-pot solutions like Slow-Cooker Turkey Breast, and creative options like Chicken Pot Pie with Biscuits and Make-Your-Own Pizza.

Some other interesting ideas include:
* Graze All Day Appetizers
* Ooey Gooey Mozzarella Sticks
* Autumn Bean and Butternut Squash Minestrone
* Cranberry and Herb Stuffed Turkey Breast
* Brisket Braised with Apple Cider and Thyme
* Potluck Main Attractions
* Vegetarian No Meat Sides
* Pumpkin Spice and Chill Dessert
* Nibble & Browse Dessert Line

JoyReaderGirl1 graciously thanks NetGalley, Author Hilarie Burton Morgan, and Quarto Publishing Group - Rock Point | Rock Point for this advanced readers copy for review.

A sweet cookbook full of ides for anyone hosting their friends or having a dinner party. The recipes are well set out and easy to follow

I really loved this cookbook!!

Thanks so much to NetGalley and the publishers for letting me access this book in exchange for my feedback.

This is such a fun cookbook! There are so many times that hosting people becomes all about the preparation for me, and once everyone arrives, I'm too tired to enjoy the company. I loved the author's take on simple recipes in order to create a welcoming atmosphere and to enjoy the time you have with friends. Since my family has so much drama, I covet my energy and space like you wouldn't believe. This was a great reminder that you can embrace the energy/vibe you want to have to celebrate with food and friends, without the hassle of family drama to bring you down.

Thank you so much to the publisher for access to this cookbook! These are my honest thoughts!

My husband is in the Army and each year he and I host a Thanksgiving dinner for single soldiers or members of his unit unable to go home for the holiday. I loved this Friendsgiving Cookbook and I'm really excited to try some of the recipes. I think my young children will enjoy a lot of the recipes so I'll be sampling way before Thanksgiving time.

Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group – Rock Point for providing me a digital reviewer copy in exchange for my honest thoughts.

I’m so thankful for books that inspire my cooking, but invite us into greater community. This book takes me beyond the kitchen and gives me the opportunity and inspiration to care for others as well!

I received this book for netgalley in exchange for a review.
Who doesn't love a cookbook? I thought the recipes in here were so delicious definitely made me hungry. Gonna have to try these out next year.

I love Friendsgiving and I LOVE this cookbook. It’s packed full of great recipes for the whole meal (apps to desserts). And it’s really cute with kitschy names and adorable illustrations.

Ready to celebrate "Thanksgiving without the family drama"?

Invite some pals over for a nontraditional feast. There's meatballs, brisket, salmon, and shrimp . . . and only two recipes involving turkey. Here be appetizers, main dishes, no-meat sides, and most importantly - desserts. Believe it or not, there are even a few dishes noncooks like me can make - chicken 'n waffles using frozen waffles, and frozen chicken nuggets with some mixed berries tossed into the mix. Voila!

Homey illustrations decorate the book, but there are gorgeous color photos of all the food.

I would have preferred a few more recipes, truth be told, as the book clocks in at only a little over a hundred pages, but I certainly can't argue with the sentiment. You only get so many Thanksgivings in your life . . . why not spend the day with "those you've chosen as family"?

I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.

The Friendsgiving Cookbook is a fun and Cookbook with some great recipes to share with your friends and make together or bring as dishes to get-togethers and enjoy good food and good company together. I've never been to or took part in a friendsgiving event and I'm really endeared by them and would love to host one with my friends. There's some good recipe ideas within this book that are perfect for Autumn especially and I'll be trying a few out myself.

Very simple, cute cookbook definitely geared towards a younger crowd. There’s a good mix of classic staples and more inventive options, ie pumpkin crème brûlée made with tofu? Great photography work.

We do Friendsgiving in our neighborhood and I was really looking forward to the recipes in this book. It was solid read with a good mix of recipes that can be used for when having friends over.

This is a great book for a Friendsgiving or a Family Thanksgiving. It is loaded with many great ideas for foods and games. Some of the names of the food are very creative- Let’s get mashed .

I did make some of the recipes- My favorite was The Thank you Matcha 🍵 Sponge Cake it was very delicious.

What I also appreciated was the vegan and vegetarian recipes, I do have family and friends who are in this category, so I appreciate the recipes.

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