I hosted it in my own back garden, but I wanted to share what went into the planning and menu, to perhaps inspire readers to host their own brunch party either at home or in the park. The first step to any lunch, brunch or party in general is to decide on your guest list. By determining this from the very beginning, you will be much better organised when it comes to catering for the right amount of people.
By running a poll with all invitees for things like dates and location, you can ensure that you select a date when the turnout is likely to be biggest. That being said, when you are hosting a brunch party for a special occasion, I think sending out little invites is lovely so that everyone can keep a little momento.
Once you have all the info from your Facebook polls, head over to Papier for some well-priced and gorgeous invitation options for pretty much any kind of event. Have a browse and find ones that are perfect for you! Our bridal brunch party took place in my back garden at the time, so it made sense for me to invest in glass and ceramic crockery.
I bought enough crockery to cater to everyone from a few different stores. The exception is the matte gold cutlery that I picked up from Made , which are amazingly still available! Whether your brunch party is taking place at home or outdoors, I would always encourage the use of ceramic crockery and stainless steel cutlery in the interest of the environment and reducing plastic usage — especially single-use plastic.
A cute picnic basket is the perfect way to transport these. We were so lucky to have such beautiful weather that weekend, so me and my fellow bridesmaid selected sunflower yellow and vibrant purple for our colour scheme. I really think flowers help to make a house a home and so I always try to have fresh flowers sitting around the house, particularly if I am hosting an event.
Plus — they are a great way of bringing out the colour scheme! Roses are my all-time favourite flower and I love that we were able to find these stunning yellow roses from Wheelers , just outside Turnham Green station in Chiswick. In addition to the yellow roses, we also picked up some Brasco violets and what I believe are called Martinettes. If there are any florist readers, please let me know if these are incorrect! This may seem like a silly thing to do, but it does help.
It helps you visualize the space better, saves you time in the morning and it can be a good opportunity to add a few brunch decorations to add a little atmosphere to the delicious spread of food and company.
Picking up some flowers and putting them in little mason jars are a fun, festive way to add some color and charm to your table settings or the find a cheap, cute accent idea to try out for yourself. Baking is often underutilized and when it comes to hosting a brunch party, it can truly make your life easier. The baking recipes for breakfast and brunch items are endless and the best part is that they can be made ahead of time; the day or night before. Try to shoot for a menu that most can be prepped the day or night before and save one dish that is best done fresh either on the stove or in the oven because trying to be a multi-tasking master chef on a time crunch the morning of is almost always a recipe for disaster.
There is never any shame in asking for help, especially from your best friend. Whether they are an Iron Chef in the kitchen or just another set of hands and eyes, ask the one friend you can always count on to come over prior to the scheduled festivities to alleviate some stress and lend a hand. Life is too short to default to pancakes at your own brunch party.
Even if you have all the toppings in the world, there are so many better options to choose for your main sweet dish. Cinnamon rolls, muffins, homemade donuts, or my personal recommendation is a baked French toast casserole of some sorts. Instead, build on the oven recommendation and try your hand at a baked egg dish like a frittata or strata. The flavor, simplicity, and variety of ingredients really make choosing a recipe from those dish types an excellent choice.
Being considerate was a golden rule in the school and it still applies in adulthood. When it comes to being a brunch host, ask your guests if they have any food allergies, intolerances or dietary restrictions. But it's good chaos—the delicious kind that comes with orange juice and champagne. Dinner parties can be so serious, but brunch is a chance to take risks, be creative, and keep things interesting.
Here, with the help of Vallery and lifestyle blogger Eden Passante of Sugar and Charm , we're doing our best to make sense of the lawless land known as brunch.
Find both bloggers' top tips for how to host a brunch party below, and don't forget to check out our favorite breakfast recipes and comfort food recipes to get inspired.
Unlike more potentially elaborate events like birthday parties and dinner parties , there's actually no need to stick to a theme when you're planning out a brunch. Feel free to keep things casual and undefined. But if you are searching for a way to bring all the elements of your party together, you might want to use the food itself as a theme. Craving waffles? Follow Eden's lead and set up a DIY waffle bar , then let your guests choose from a dozen different toppings.
Or maybe you're more into the spirited side of things, in which case we'd suggest using a cocktail as a jumping-off point. Take another cue from Eden and try your hand at a DIY spritzer bar or mimosa station.
Themes can also play to the current season, an upcoming holiday, one specific ingredient or type of cuisine, and color palettes. How fun would an all-pink food and drink brunch be? Have fun with it! Truly, anything goes when it comes to brunch. Both Vallery and Eden agree that optimizing for ease is paramount—and that make-ahead dishes reign supreme. In other words, skip the pancakes and scrambled eggs if you want to stay in the moment.
So, anything that can be served at room temperature, or dishes that can be quickly reheated Try peppering your menu with baked goods a loaf of pumpkin banana bread , perhaps?
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