"[This book] is a vibrant testament to the power of cross-cultural friendships in deepening our understanding of the world. As diverse backgrounds meld in the kitchen, each recipe becomes a dialogue, a celebration of unique cultural heritages, and a bridge between seemingly disparate worlds." --From the foreword by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, Academy Award-winning director In Gather & Graze, authors Mumtaz Mustafa and Laura Klynstra celebrate the unity that can be found around a table as well as the universal comfort of a meal prepared slowly with love and attention--providing a path and a place for people to connect, exchange stories, and try new flavors. The spreads, boards, and tablescapes featured in this collection will remind you of happy times and relaxed meals with those you love. Gather & Graze revels in the coming together around a table of people from all backgrounds and presents internationally themed spreads built around more than 175 homemade recipes. The stunningly beautiful and creative spreads that grace the pages of this collection include, but are not limited to: Pakistani Street Food English High Tea New York City Brunch Sonoma Wine and Cheese Board Heartland Cookout Spanish Tapas Liege Waffle Board Pan-Asian Table Portuguese Pestiscos Moroccan Table Savor the multitude of spices, sweets, and flavors on this culinary global journey of shared stories and culture, and rejoice in the universality of one simple act--sharing food as a form of love.