Modern Hippie Table : Recipes and Menus for Eating Simply and Living Beautifully

A stylish guide to relaxed entertaining, The Modern Hippie Table blends easy recipes, thoughtful decor, and a welcoming philosophy to help hosts create meaningful gatherings—without the stress. With over 70 delicious recipes, planning tips, and stunning photos, this book turns even weeknight dinners into beautiful memories with family and friends.

“The Modern Hippie Table shares a fashionable, fresh, and relaxed entertaining aesthetic with plenty of noteworthy sources of inspiration.” —Foreword Reviews

Whether you're hosting brunch, planning a dinner party, or simply looking to make everyday meals feel special, this book is your toolkit for laid-back elegance and creative connection.

Bring effortless joy to the table with:

• 70+ Inspired Recipes & Boards: This gorgeous cookbook includes easy recipes for entertaining from Baked Fried Chicken to Vegan Chocolate Donuts, plus four curated board spreads and a handy whisky guide.

• Decorating & Planning Tips: Create inviting tablescapes using easy, affordable ideas that reflect your style.

• A Book to Display & Gift: With beautiful full-color photography and an elevated design, this book doubles as a coffee table favorite or a perfect hostess gift.

• Entertain with Confidence: Encourages planning and mindset shifts to help hosts feel calm, capable, and ready to connect.

More than a cookbook, The Modern Hippie Table is a celebration of good food, community, and creating moments that last long after the dishes are cleared.

Lauren Thomas began writing her debut lifestyle cookbook, The Modern Hippie Table, after her creative journey as a lifestyle blogger inspired women to feel good in their own skin, reinvent their passion for the home and to have fun in the kitchen. Whether she’s working with flavors in the kitchen or setting the scene for a beautiful evening, Lauren’s passion for merging good food and conversation brings people together at the table and can turn an evening into a lasting memory. Lauren lives in Jupiter, Florida, with her Architect husband, two teenage children and Shar Pei pup, Simon.

Kristy Horst is a seasoned photographer with an absolute love of her trade. A pro with a critical perspective who has pursued her craft for over 20 years, she spent the bulk of her career as lead photographer at top-tier creative agencies. Now heading up her own photography business, she enjoys the ability to pursue projects that inspire and excite. Kristy lives in Delray Beach, FL, with her husband and a rescued Lynx Point Siamese. When Kristy is not photographing, you will likely find her on the beach enjoying a walk in the sunshine, paddle boarding and snorkeling the reef behind their house.