This is my favorite salad:

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/cape-cod-chopped-salad-recipe/index.html

Do a butternut squash soup, this salad, some bread and gluten free crackers, and some cookies or a pie.

My book club is pot luck, so it's way easier!

What about brunch food? You could do a frittata with smoked salmon and asparagus, or chorizo with rapini or kale and cheese. And then just do a simple salad and nice bread on the side. Super easy and elegant.

Smoked salmon platter, veggies and dip, quiche, and a nice salad with field greens.