A more cozy shower for the bride who loves getting together with friends and sharing favorite recipes is perfect for a potluck party where guests bring a dish to pass. Have guests either bring a set of recipe cards with them or ask them to contribute favorite recipes in advance, then present the bride with a spiral bound book containing all of the recipes from friends and family.

Cuisine can be a fun twist on the kitchen bridal shower theme. The party can focus on Italian food for instance, and feature gifts that include cookware, specialty ingredients, themed aprons and linens, and cookbooks. For example, a past pot or pasta maker, ravioli wheel, or balsamic vinegar.

The cookbook bridal shower is a wonderful way to send the bride off to her newlywed life. The choices would be so vast and can be bundled with another gift on the bride's registery. The cookbookds can be personalized with a signed dedication by the gift giver to remind the bride of the special day.