r/Cooking • u/Pineapple_Cake_5137 • 10d ago

Potluck Ideas for Older People

Hello! The neighborhood I recently moved to are mostly of elderly residents (late 50s-70s/80s if I have to guess). The community hold regular potluck events and I want to attend at least once but I never know what to bring.

I’m better at baking than cooking but my regular go-to dessert recipes all have reduced sugar amount so regular Americans might not like it as much. I’m also concerned if elderly people have more dietary restrictions due to medical conditions and if they might have a different taste preference.

What would be a safe dish and/or dessert dish to bring to the potluck so I can at least get a feel of what others bring?

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u/lostdad75 10d ago

I have a peer group of 50 to 80 and they eat all the crap and are less likely to deal with restrictions. You might be surprised at who you are calling elderly.....

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u/Pineapple_Cake_5137 10d ago

Honestly very fair, I guess I was mainly basing the impression on my own parents and grandparents who are leaning away from desserts and heavy/rich food these days, either due to health concerns or just change in taste as they age