Gather well, imperfect home and all.
Recipes that follow the seasons, from quiet weeknight dinners to a table full of friends. Each with notes on how to serve, share, and make it your own.
Latest from the blog
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Lemon Feta Orzo Salad with Pistachios
Bright, fresh, and full of flavor, this Lemon Feta Orzo Salad with Pistachios is an easy, make-ahead side dish for picnics, cookouts, and year-round gatherings.
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Homemade Garlic Confit (A Flavorful Kitchen Staple)
Tender, buttery cloves of garlic slowly roasted in olive oil, this Homemade Garlic Confit brings deep, savory flavor into any dish.
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Cilantro Chimichurri: A Fresh, Versatile Herb Sauce
This Cilantro Chimichurri sauce is packed with herby, garlicy flavor and elevates the simplest of dishes into something exceptional.
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Easy Roasted Beets (How to Roast Beets in the Oven)
Learn how to roast beets to perfection and use them in salads, appetizers, and other hostable dishes.
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I’m Amber DAWN
I’m a hospitality storyteller and recipe developer who delights in building community around good food and culinary experiences. If you’re looking for joyful, approachable recipes and simple tips for hosting in your home, you’ve found your place. It’s great to have you here. Read more…
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About The Host Notes: Seasonal Recipes for Hosting at Home
The Host Notes is a collection of seasonal recipes for hosting at home, for the nights you want to set a real table without turning it into a production. Every recipe follows what’s at the market, with notes on timing, serving, and what you can do ahead, so you spend more of the evening with the people you invited.
Each recipe ends with Gathering Notes: how to serve it, what to pair it with, and options to scale it for a crowd.
I’m Amber Dawn Schultheis, the cook and writer behind The Host Notes. My recipes and editorial work also appear in City Lifestyle, Welcome Magazine, and on the Snohomish Farmers Market website. Gather well, imperfect home and all.