Make the menu before hand – If you’re entertaining this year, get your menu done pronto! Making the menu can be the most challenging part of any entertaining, so having it done well in advance will give you more peace of mind.
Grocery shopping– Try not to add to stress by last minute shopping. Shop early in the week and pick the fresh things as close to event as possible.
Do as much beforehand as you can -When it comes to food prep and entertaining, do as much as you can in the days leading up to the event.
Make sure you have enough oven space– I’ve learned this one the hard way over the years. Make sure you are not relying on your one oven at the same time for many different dishes.
Set your table the day before – Whether you are having a sit down brunch or a buffet, make sure you have it all set up the day before you plan to entertain. It will save you a whole lot of stress the morning of your Easter brunch.
Make a drinks station– this works well if you are hosting a larger crowd. It’s difficult to keep up with serving people tea/coffee and cold drinks. So, why not make a place in your kitchen or entertaining area where you can have everything set up so guests can help themselves.
Pour yourself a drink, you’ve earned it!
Muffins & Loaf Cakes
Muffins & Loaf Cakes are great to serve at brunches. They are generally a crowd pleaser, can be made in advance and tasty!
Carrot Cake Loaf Recipe
If you're aย Carrot Cakeย fan, you're going to love thisย Carrot Cake Loaf Recipe. This cake is full of spiced flavour, dense and a little light at the same time. It's topped off with a thick and rich cream cheese frosting and chopped walnuts.
A lovely light and lemony cake. Thisย Coconut Lemon Loaf Cakeย would be welcomed at any breakfast, brunch or snacking table. Made with basic ingredients and fresh lemon juice and coconut.
What better to go with a cup of tea than a light and tasty Raspberry Coconut Muffin. These are put together really quickly and can use either fresh or frozen berries. Delicious straight out of the oven with butter!
You can't let strawberry season pass you up without making a batch of theseย Strawberry Shortcake Muffins. A moist and dense muffin filled with juicy sweet strawberries and topped with sprinkling of sugar to give a crisp top!
Muffins make a great snack, breakfast or even an addition to a brunch. Theseย Blueberry Lemon Muffinsย take no time to put together and are great fresh out of the oven. With the addition of fresh lemon zest and juice, these have a bit of a tangy flavour. It goes so great with the sweetness from the fresh blueberries.
Who can resits a warmย Buttery Carrot Muffinย straight out of the oven? Well, I can't! These muffins are light and flavourful and perfect to go with a cup of tea of a fall day.
Make theseย Light & Fluffy Sconesย for your next afternoon treat. Using minimal ingredients with easy prep and baking time!ย Great served with butter and jam.
Make this fresh and lightย Citrus Salad with a Honey Lime Dressingย to go with an Easter brunch this year. Made with oranges, grapefruits, feta cheese, raw almonds and a tangy and sweet dressing. A great addition to a buffet table!
Summer Berry Salad
We're still holding onto summer with this Summer Berry Salad. A fresh and nutritious salad filled with strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and fresh ripe mango. This fruit salad is great on it's own, served with yogurt or cream or even with pancakes and waffles at the breakfast table.
Here are some littleย Boozy Fruit Cupsย just in time for the New Year. These deliciousย Cointreauย infused fruit cups are a great way to see in the new year. Apples, clementines and plums soaked in a little Cointreau and finished off with shaved coconut and a fresh mint leaves. A great dessert or brunch idea.
This Lemon Blueberry Swiss Roll Cake is a perfect dessert for warmer weather. A light and fluffy vanilla cake filled with fresh whipped cream, Lemon Curd and fresh blueberries. A perfect dessert or spring and summer!
Doesn't thisย Mango and Lime Roulade Cakeย just scream summer? It's fresh, it's light, it's full of tropical flavour and it's perfect for your next summer gathering!
Here is your perfect Valentine's Day dessert! If you're still looking for ideas to make that special dessert, look no further than this beautiful Strawberry & Cream Swiss Roll Cake. Perfect for any special occasion or just for a special treat.
You can't beat a greatย Glazed Carrot Bundt Cake.ย This cake is made with fresh grated carrots and lots of spices for a fantastic flavour and texture. A moist falvoursome cake that you'll want to make at any season!
Theseย Fruits of the Forest Mini Bundt Cakesย are the perfect individual dessert. Light vanilla cakes filled with fresh whipped cream and topped with cool wild berries. A great dessert for summer.
Indulge yourself on a weekday morning with these decadent Wild Berry Compote Filled Crepes. Perfectly wafer thin traditional French crepes filled with a slightly sweetened wild berry compote.
What better way to head into Saturday than with theseย Berry Filled Mini Dessert Crepes! They are as light as air, filled with soft pillowy fresh whipped cream and topped with tart berries. A perfect brunch or even dessert!
Perfectย Old Fashioned Pancakes with a Berry Toppingย could be your perfect way to start the day. Pancakes made with buttermilk and topped with delicious berries for a tart twist!
Make a stack of theseย Chocolate Chip Wafflesย soon. Light and fluffy waffles with a crisp exterior filled with semi sweet chocolate chips. Choose your own topping or finish them off with fresh berries.
Make this hearty and delicious Stovetop Breakfast Casserole soon! Made with fluffy eggs, crisp potato pieces, sauteed peppers and lots of melted cheese.
This is as traditional as it comes in terms of quiche.ย Bacon and Onion Quicheย or Quiche Lorriane as most people know it as. Don't be fooled by the basic ingredients, it's delicious and would make a great addition to any brunch table.
Why not give thisย Spinach Quiche with a Hash Brown Crustย a try for a change to a regular quiche. A creamy filling loaded with iron rich spinach on top of a gluten free hash brown crust. Take a look!
Thisย Spanish Omelette (Tortilla de Patatas)ย or a Spanish Tortilla is a traditional dish to Spain. This one is made with just eggs and potatoes. It's great served hot or at room temperature and can be served as great brunch recipe.
Theseย Leek & Bacon Mini Quicheย make the perfect make ahead brunch or breakfast idea. These are loaded with smoky bacon, sharp cheddar and sauteed leeks on top of a flaky homemade pastry crust.
These Bacon and Egg Breakfast Muffins are delicious fresh out of the oven but freezer friendly as well. A great make ahead breakfast that fills you up on the go!
Theseย Bell Pepper & Egg Breakfast Muffinsย are perfect for any time of the year. A cute little breakfast muffin made with a potato base and a creamy egg, bell pepper & Gouda cheese filling.
Whether you are hosting a party or a morning brunch, these cute littleย Red Pepper and Spinach Bite Sized Quicheย would make a great addition to the table. A great little nibble to keep in mind for this time of year.
These Smoked Salmon Basil Rolls are easy to put together and delish! A great make ahead appetizer for your next get together or just for weekend nibbles. Using smoked salmon and a quick cream cheese filling, they are put together in minutes!
These Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Canapes are a great quick & easy appetizer. Toasted baguette bread topped with cream cheese, smoked salmon and chives.
Smoked Salmon & Herb Mascarpone Crostini! Your guests willย be going back for seconds and thirds! These are made with smoked salmon, masarpone, dill and some fresh lemon is just a wonderful combination.
These cute little Cucumber and Mascarpone Cheese Sandwiches would made a great addition to an Easter brunch this year. A traditional English sandwich with a little bit of an Italian twist!
Keeping things super simple and delicious with thisย Ricotta & Tomato Toast Recipe. Lightly toasted bread topped with creamy ricotta cheese, heirloom cherry tomatoes, sea salt and fresh arugula leaves. Perfect for summer brunching.
This Easy Puff Pastry Tomato Tart is not only delicious, it's super quick and easy. Using frozen puff pastry, seasonal tomatoes and a few ingredients, you are all set to get this on the table in no time at all.
Break out a few simple ingredients to make theseย Pesto Puff Pastry Pinwheels. All you need is a sheet of ready to roll puff pastry, pesto, parmesan and garlic butter.
One of the easiest party appetizers you will ever make! Using just three ingredients and put together in no time at all, they are sure to be a party hit for all ages.
My Best Cinnamon Rolls would be wonderful on a brunch table . And if you’re looking for something quick and easy, check out the Puff Pastry Jam Turnovers.
The Best Cinnamon Rolls
These are honestlyย The Best Cinnamon Rolls.ย A super soft roll, filled with layers of a buttery cinnamon filling and topped with a sweet glaze. The perfect treat!
These Leftover Pizza Dough Cinnamon Rolls need to go on your brunch table. As much as I love my all time favouriteย Cinnamon Rolls, using leftoverย pizza doughย makes life so easy. And these areย light, fluffy and you'll never know they were made using pizza dough!
This is such an Easy Apple Danish to make. Using frozen puff pasty and then a home made apple filling topped off with a sweet glaze. Perfect for weekend brunching!
Thisย Lemon Cream Cheese Danishย is everything you need right now. Using puff pastry with a cream cheese andย Lemon Curdย filling, it's delicious. Then topped off with a sweet glaze to make it just a little bit extra.
These easyย Puff Pastry Jam Turnoversย use just five ingredients! A flaky pastry filled with a sweet jam of your choice and topped with a sugar glaze. A great brunch, snack or even dessert.