Around the Table by Shea McGee is a beautiful hardcover cookbook and hosting guide from the bestselling author, interior designer and Studio McGee founder. Part cookbook, part entertaining book and part design guide, Around the Table brings Shea McGee’s warm, refined style to the everyday ritual of gathering. Inside, she shares recipes, seasonal tablescapes, hosting ideas and personal stories designed to make meals feel more thoughtful, beautiful and memorable. This is the kind of book that earns its place both in the kitchen and on the coffee table. It is full of inspiration for slow dinners, family meals, relaxed weekend hosting, holiday traditions and those small, ordinary moments that become special when the table is set with care. Style it with other design-led titles from our book collection, pair it with Forever Homes by Home Beautiful for a layered interiors library, or gift it with a candle, vase or tray for a thoughtful housewarming, wedding or host gift. Why You’ll Love It A beautiful hardcover book by Shea McGee, founder of Studio McGee Combines recipes, entertaining advice, tablescapes and personal storytelling A lovely gift for design lovers, home cooks, hosts and newlyweds Perfect for coffee table styling, kitchen shelves or open display A thoughtful companion to The Art of Home by Shea McGee Product Details Title: Around the Table: Tables and Traditions for Gathering Author: Shea McGee Format: Hardcover Pages: 336 Publisher: Harper Horizon ISBN: 9781400250622 Dimensions: Approx. 21.2 x 26.3 x 2.7cm Styling Tips Place on a kitchen island with a ceramic bowl, vase or candle for relaxed everyday styling. Stack on a coffee table with other neutral-toned books to create height and softness. Leave open on a favourite tablescape page when entertaining. Pair with a sculptural vase or a few candles and candle holders for a layered hosting moment. Gifting Tips A beautiful housewarming gift for someone who loves interiors, food and hosting. Ideal for weddings, engagements, birthdays, Mother’s Day or Christmas. Pair with a tray or a softly scented candle for an elevated gift bundle. Frequently Asked Questions What is Around the Table by Shea McGee about? Around the Table is a cookbook and entertaining guide that combines recipes, seasonal table styling, hosting ideas and design-led inspiration for gathering at home. Is Around the Table a cookbook or a coffee table book? It is both. It includes recipes and hosting guidance, while the hardcover format and beautiful visual style make it ideal for coffee table, kitchen shelf and console styling. Who would this book make a good gift for? It is a thoughtful gift for home cooks, design lovers, hosts, newlyweds, renovators, Studio McGee fans and anyone who enjoys creating beautiful moments around the table. Is this a good companion to The Art of Home by Shea McGee? Yes. The Art of Home focuses on interiors and decorating, while Around the Table extends Shea McGee’s design perspective into food, hosting, tablescapes and everyday gathering. The Takeaway Around the Table by Shea McGee is a hardcover cookbook and hosting guide filled with recipes, tablescapes and design-led gathering ideas. A beautiful gift for home cooks, design lovers and anyone who wants to make everyday meals feel more meaningful. Available at Flux Boutique, Mount Maunganui, New Zealand.
