Spring is here -- crisp and sunny weather, #superblooms all over the neighborhood, Easter chocolates and hot cross buns, spring breaks, and more. It’s a great time to get together. This month we are inspired by recent conversations on NY recommendations (Black Seed Bagels), brunching, our frequent trips to the local bagel store, spreads of all kinds, and spring ingredients.

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• (snack) Popcorn

• Variety of bagels and biscuits a la Sqirl LA

• Capers, onions, pickled onions, tomatoes, romaine/greens, bacon, avocado, cucumber, scallions, herbs, red peppers

• Spreads: Pumpkin seed and roasted jalapeno spread, beet cream cheese, bruschetta schmear

• Jams: Fig jam, mixed berry jam, apricot jam, strawberry jam, rosehip jam

• Pie of the month

• (maybe) Carrot cake
  

WHAT TO BRING -- BE INSPIRED BY:

• A unique and fun spread, schmear (inspiration here), compound butter (check it out), honey, jam, marmalade, preserves, etc -- sweet and/or savory kinds are very welcome! Bonus points for most creative and yummy!

• Fats: your favorite cheese (we love cheddar, brie, and pepper jack)

• Proteins: eggs (to scramble or fry), smoked salmon / fish, fish roe  (yes, very Gjusta)

• Vegetables: mushrooms, radishes, micro greens