brunch bunch

As you may have noticed I am so happy to say that spring is here to stay, the days are getting longer and the weather is warmer.  What better time to host a spring brunch?  I love brunches, they are easy to pull together and it usually at a time when most people are free.

Buy some peonies or cherry blossom branches and place in mason jars as your centerpiece  I just love this yellow inspiration board from Snippet and Ink

inspiration board from snippet and ink

The menu should be simple, I believe that a fresh simple brunch menu can be enjoyed by all especially the hostess.

W Designs Brunch Menu

Bread basket- 

buy muffins and croissants or other delicious bread items from a local bakery  Arrange them beautifully in a basket or on a tray  Mix 1 tbsp. of honey, orange zest or strawberry jam with 1 stick of soft butter for a delicious spread

A Nice Fruit Salad-

my grandmother always has a nice fruit salad at any party (as opposed to those really mean fruit salads), she carefully cuts up melons, strawberries, pineapple, anything that is in season  It couldn't be prettier or more delicious

Photo via Mango Power Girl Flickr

Yogurt Bar-

display plain yogurt in a glass serving bowl with sprigs of fresh mint, granola, and honey nearby so guests can make their own yogurt parfait including some of that great fruit salad

Deviled Eggs from Founding Farmers

Breakfast Protein-

a traditional charcuterie plate would make a wonderful option for breakfast, 

your local butcher can recommend sausages, cheese and spreads.  add hardboiled eggs and bacon to your own charcuterie tray to finish off this breakfast spread

Photo via Maggie Austin