Some examples and variations of potluck in different cultures or regions are:

• In the United States, potlucks may feature dishes from different cuisines, such as Mexican enchiladas, Indian curry, Japanese sushi, or Moroccan couscous. ^{5 8}
• In Canada, potlucks are also known as "bring a plate" or "Jacob's Join". They may include traditional dishes such as poutine, a dish of french fries topped with cheese curds and gravy, or maple syrup desserts. ^{2 8}
• In France, potlucks are called "auberge espagnole", meaning "Spanish inn". They may feature dishes such as boeuf bourguignon, a beef stew cooked in red wine, or borscht, a beet and cabbage soup. ^{2 8}
• In the Philippines, potlucks are called "salu-salo", meaning "gathering". They may feature dishes such as adobo, a meat or fish dish cooked in vinegar and soy sauce, or halo-halo, a dessert of shaved ice, milk, and various toppings. ^{7 8}