Hi, we're throwing a potluck wedding shower for my daughter at a hall. Do I actually put the word potluck on the invitation? This way everyone can bring their best dish and bring the recipe so she can start up a recipe collection.
2007-01-06 04:15:20 · 7 answers · asked by amor1954 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
One more thing, I know in the US, the parents of the bride don't usually throw the shower but in our culture, it is the norm.
Also, I'll make sure I cook enough to feed all invited but I wanted to make it a home-cooked recipe event. People don't have to bring food, only if they want.
2007-01-06 05:05:32 · update #1
I would use the words "guests are invited to bring a dish to share as well as a card with the recipe" That would seem like the most proper and formal way of phrasing. If it's just an informal occasion, then I'd think the words "potluck" would be fine and understood.
My best friend did this for me and I loved it. I still use those recipies to this day.
2007-01-06 04:27:44 · answer #1 · answered by Susan S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call it a recipe shower
You shouldn't expect people to bring food to a shower as it looks like a big gift grab. Unless you explain it as the food is the gift and the recipes will be turned into a book as the gift. Weddings are expensive to have and to attend so this is not a good way to lower costs. Also make sure the hall allows you to bring in food many don't because of health regulations.
2007-01-06 04:28:56 · answer #2 · answered by emmandal 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call it a recipe shower and ask guest to bring a dish to pass and the recipe to share!!
Then you don't have to use the word Potluck which is so informal.
2007-01-06 04:57:55 · answer #3 · answered by Serenayowlerlove 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Certainly would be pretty easy to understand with that word. Perhaps say that you want everyone attending to be a part of this special occasion and as such would appreciate if they brought with them their best dishes. You may want to have them call and let you know what they want to bring as if you get too much of one thing then you could suggest that they bring another specialty. Best of luck to you and your daughter.
2007-01-06 04:20:08 · answer #4 · answered by crazylegs 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't do that.
It's actually poor etiquette for you to throw a shower for your daughter.
That being said, you could word it something like, "Daughter is getting married and starting a home. Let's help feed her soon-to-be marriage to groom. Please bring your favorite dish and the recipe to share."
2007-01-06 04:20:20 · answer #5 · answered by Dawn S 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
i suggest you dont...people will fell like they have to bring something and they are already bringing a gift. I think you can do the food for the shower. my mom did the food for my entire wedding.
2007-01-06 06:00:03 · answer #6 · answered by Jenn ♥Cadence Jade's mum♥ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you expect them to bring gifts, you shouldn't expect them to bring food, too. That would be in very bad taste.
2007-01-06 04:35:57 · answer #7 · answered by notyou311 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋