Potluck
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Other names for a "potluck" include: potluck dinner, pitch-in, shared lunch, spread, faith supper, carry-in dinner,[1] covered-dish-supper,[2] fuddle, dish party, Jacob's Join,[3] bring a plate,[4] pot-providence and fellowship meal.
Etymology
[edit | edit source]The first known use of the term is from the late 16th century, likely from the words pot and luck.[5]
Description
[edit | edit source]Potluck dinners are events where attendees bring a dish to a meal.[6] The only traditional rule is that each dish be large enough to be shared among a good portion of the anticipated guests. Guests may bring in any form of food, ranging from the main course to desserts.[7]
See also
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