Great recipes that I enjoyed making.
This cookbook makes me feel like I am making recipes with my mom and gram all together I the kitchen, sharing laughter and memories.

This was interesting to view since I love reading Amish fiction. However, I would probably not use the recipes since most are for larger quantities and include higher fat content that desired.

Nice little cookbook with “regular” recipes in it. Lots of great tips for cooking but they are more geared toward someone who hasn’t cooked much.

Really enjoyed reading this! Reading it once wasnt enough though ill have to buy it and maybe a few to give as gifts!

A great collection of Amish inspired meals that that can be a wonderful addition to any household's menu.

I loved the collection of recipes in this book.
They look and sound so yummy and I loved the adjustments at the end of the book for bigger crowds. That's something I have always struggled with when going to bigger gatherings. The stories wove in are special to, its like looking at other peoples memories and being right there when it happened. I truly enjoyed this book and have purchase a physical copy as well.
I volunteered to read this book from Barbour Publishing in return for my honest feedback. The thoughts and opinions expressed with in are my own.

I voluntarily read a SAMPLE of this book provided by the publisher via Netgalley and I offer my honest opinion in response.
The recipes vary in servings from potluck/family sized casseroles to salads that serve over 350. I liked the variety from beverages to main dishes. I thought it was helpful that many gave instructions for make-ahead dishes or components. I love this type of compilation cookbook with recipes from Amish and Mennonite communities throughout the US. I've already recommended it to my friends who collect this type of cookbook or who are fans of this author.

Wow ! A very elaborate collection of recipes. These look delicious! I cant wait to try some of these.

Wanda E. Brunstetter's Amish Friends Gatherings Cookbook is a new cookbook for weddings, parties, and other social gatherings. Released 1st June 2019 by Barbour on their Shiloh Run imprint, it's 224 pages and available in spiral bound format.

The eARC provided was a 48 pages sample with recipes for (non-alcoholic)drinks, salads, desserts, main- and side-dishes, and helpful tips for cooking for a crowd, streamlining serving, and cleaning up.

The photography is appealing and warm and emphasizes the comfort and simplicity of good food with good friends and family. The typography and layout are homey, with recipes presented individually, organized by section.

Many of these recipes will be familiar to cooks who have had family recipes handed down for generations. The recipes all have ingredients listed in American standard measurements only. The written directions are clear and easy to follow. There is no nutritional information given for the sample recipes, and the contributors names are listed for each. I was surprised (and pleased) to see that some of the recipes included convenience ingredients. Also many of these recipes have large yields, perfect for parties, reunions, gatherings, etc.

There is a strong theme of Christian fellowship and worship and the important role that food plays in the social and religious structure of believers.

Five stars. (With the assumption that the rest of the recipes and book quality are to the same standard as the sample provided).

Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.

The book is filled with really simple, delicious looking recipes. I can't wait to read the full book for more recipes.

This book is a wonderful mix of information. The recipes are amazing, as well as the hints and tips. I definitely will be recommending this book to several people.

I received this book free from the publisher for an honest review.

I love Amish food. My grandmother was descended from the Pennsylvania Dutch so the recipes are near and dear to my heart. I have one other of Wanda Brunstetter 's Amish cookbooks and find the recipes easy to follow and delicious. In this sample the recipe for Apple Bread is worth buying the book. Yum!

**I received a complimentary sample for consideration, all thoughts are 100% my own.

First and foremost, it is important to note that this review is based upon a sample received and not the full cookbook. That being said, I enjoyed what I saw so much, that the full cookbook has most certainly been added to my wish list.

I love a good cookbook. In fact, I have quite a collection of them that I use frequently. Some of my favorites are those that are not merely by one person, but those that feature a compilation of recipes from various sources. For me these are the best for two reasons. The first being that they tend to have a wider variety of styles, flavors, etc. Being by different individuals, they seem to just offer a lot more options to choose from. The second reason is that I find these type of cookbooks feature recipes that have been tried and trusted by REAL people--- not chefs, but at home cooks and bakers like myself. That's not to say they're always simple... I just personally feel like I know that these recipes are those that have some family history to them. I absolutely love that. This cookbook offers not only a wide variety of recipes that are perfect for church cookouts, family gatherings and more... but also lots of helpful tips and tricks for the occasion too. All of this is great, but more than anything I enjoyed the stories within as well. Food is such a staple in family celebrations, and one that is embedded in our memories so I love reading more about those memories within. It is more than JUST a cookbook.


I was drawn to this book having read Amish fiction by Wanda E. Brunstetter in the past. The stories and the recipes within are going to be a great addition for anyone who is already a fan of her novels, or truly just anyone who loves a good ol' fashioned cookbook. It is certainly a welcome addition to my own collection, and one I know I will be turning to time and time again.

This was a lovely magnification of the Amish community and how they gather together, along with the food that they share. I've always been enamored when it comes to the Amish and always jump at the chance to try any recipes that they share. I had a fantastic time taking all the recipes included in this new cookbook in and even set some time aside to try the ones that immediately caught my eye. I love a good drink, the Frozen Pear Slush jumped out at me because I love pears and it didn't disappoint. It was tasty and a recipe I'm sure to use again. I enjoy doing party style foods so I'm always looking for easy yet tasteful recipes to add to my collection. I've done a similar Tortilla Roll like the one listed but had to give this one a try because the ingredients were different from what I've used before. I can say I look forward to using it at a baby shower I will be hosting at the beginning of next month. Blackberries are my favorite fruit so when I saw the Blackberry Gelatin Salad I new I had to give it a go, being from the South I can say we love our "salads" so I'm happy to have a new one to try out on my family. There are so many recipes I look forward to taking on, the different cheesecakes, the Mini Key Lime Tarts, and the Brown Sugar Dumplings; to name a few. I adored reading the stories before each section and love the way the author put this wonderful cookbook together!!!

I love Wanda Brunstetter, she always has something new to teach me. I live eating at authentic Amish restaurants and trying their traditional recipes. I love reading cookbooks and I will be trying some of these recipes soon. Will be gifting this book many times over the next few months

Amish cookbook, but contains recipes I've not found in other Amish cookbooks. I am going to try the Apple Bread this fall when I get back from apple picking! Although I'll never (I don't think...) make potato salad for 150 people (but you never know!) I am grateful there is one that offers amounts- 42 cups of cubes potatoes! Wow! This book is a real treat with photos of some foods. I bet they will look great in color!

If you enjoy reading Amish fiction and have wondered what it would be like to try your hand at making some of the delicious sounding food on their tables, look no more. Wanda E Brunstetter's Amish Friends Gatherings Cookbook is filled with over 200 delightful recipes. We love potlucks and this wonderful collection of recipes has earned its keep on the cookbook shelf. A lovely tea concentrate to prepare and freeze for a summer gathering is one I liked trying. Or, how about a nice bowl of Sweet Cheddar Popcorn, a nice switch from that bag in the microwave! I recommend this cookbook for anyone who loves to cook and try new, and not so new recipes.

I am not one to always use a cookbook but I do love to collect and read them. However, I love this one. It offers Amish recipes and stories to go with them. Wanda Brunstetter has written Amish fiction and cookbooks for many years. She has a way of bringing them to life. I really enjoyed this cookbook and look forward to trying these recipes.
I received a copy through Netgalley. A review was not required.

Love this cookbook! Love to learn about Amish cooking and the book makes it so simple and fun! This one is a winner!

I am anxiously awaiting the full version to be released this Saturday as I want to make a few of the dishes. I love the addition of helpful tips. A few I read and wondered to myself, “why didn’t I think of that?”

This is the perfect cookbook for the home cook who loves to cook down home good food for large crowds.

I received a complimentary copy from Barbour House Publishing through NetGalley. Any and all opinions expressed in the above review are entirely my own.