Potluck
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Potluck
Potluck (/pɒtlʌk/), also known as potlatch or communal meal, is a gathering where each guest contributes a different and unique dish of food, often homemade, to be shared.
Etymology
The term 'potluck' comes from the English tradition of the "luck of the pot," where a meal is made from whatever ingredients are available and guests are invited to partake. The term has been in use since the 16th century.
Related Terms
- Communal Meal: A meal eaten together in a group, often in a communal setting. Similar to a potluck, but the food is typically prepared by a single person or entity.
- Buffet: A system of serving meals in which food is placed in a public area where the diners serve themselves. A potluck can be considered a type of buffet.
- Picnic: An outdoor meal where one brings one's food, such as a potluck. It often takes place in a beautiful landscape such as a park, beside a lake or with an interesting view.
- Food Sharing: The practice of distributing food from one to many others. Potluck is a form of food sharing.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Potluck
- Wikipedia's article - Potluck
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