The Sporkful How To Be The Best Dinner Party Guest (Live)
Aug 15, 2025
Casey Elsass, the cookbook doula behind nearly 20 cookbooks and author of What Can I Bring?, shares his secrets to being the ultimate dinner party guest. He emphasizes bringing the right dish based on your arrival time and reveals the importance of thoughtful gift-giving. Casey demonstrates a delicious olive and rosemary focaccia while discussing etiquette and the art of communication about dietary preferences. Tune in for tips on navigating leftovers gracefully and ensuring a memorable dining experience for everyone!
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Make Hydrated Focaccia
- For great focaccia, use a high-hydration dough and employ stretch-and-folds instead of heavy kneading.
- The wet dough spreads and develops structure over time rather than via intense kneading.
Make Pico De Sandía
- Try pico de sandía: swap watermelon for tomato in pico de gallo for a summery dip.
- Soak raw onion first to tame its edge and include acid to lightly pickle it.
Sauce Pasta While Hot
- Sauce pasta while it's hot so the noodles absorb flavor, even if served later.
- Reserve delicate fresh herbs to add right before serving.
