Brunch Ideas

Whether you are celebrating the upcoming Easter holiday, or simply celebrating that the snow is almost gone (yay!), spring is a wonderful time of year to invite your friends and family over for a weekend brunch. Both in the city and on the beach, temperatures are rising and winter hibernation is coming to an end. Welcome spring by hosting a fun and festive brunch that includes simple decor, great flavor combinations, and fun cocktails.

Three Steps to a Beautiful Brunch

Painted-Dipped Centerpieces

Nothing screams spring quite as much as fresh flowers. Bring life to your brunch by decorating with a handmade centerpiece. Think creating your own flower arrangements is too hard? Think again! Follow the simple instructions found on Hey Gorgeous to create a simple yet stunning Painted-Dipped Centerpiece. Or, if you want an even simpler and low maintenance way to bring a pop of color into your home, use desert plants and succulents. These green flora are extremely low maintenance, easy to plant, and make great party favors. Wrap small succulent plants in kraft paper, tie with burlap twine, and add cute name tags for a simple gift. Full instructions on this DIY from Texas Farmer’s Daughter.

20 Minute Chocolate Croissants

Once you have a beautifully decorated space, it is time to focus on the best part of any brunch, the food. To appeal to even the pickiest eaters, provide a variety of both savory and sweet options. Make your life simpler by choosing a few make-ahead meals that can feed a crowd. A filling and hearty option (that looks as good as it tastes) is Hash Brown Egg Nests. The Cooking Jar created these handheld treats using only a few ingredients and a muffin tin. For a sweet treat that will impress your guests, prepare 20 Minute Chocolate Croissants. The secret to this quick dish is using store-bought croissants and chocolate chips. Visit Sally’s Baking Addiction for a variety of brunch ready meals including Homemade Cinnamon Swirl Bread and Cranberry Orange Muffins.

Mimosa Bar

Now that your guests have loaded their plates with decadent cuisine, they are going to be looking for something to quench their palates. Improve on the classic mimosa by setting up a Mimosa Bar for your guests. All you need is champagne, juice of your choice, and fresh fruit. This fun idea from Smarty Had a Party will wow your guests and add a whimsical element to your decor. Another unexpected idea is to add Edible Flower Ice Cubes to clear pitchers of ice water. Using boiled and distilled water will ensure that ice cubes come out crystal clear.

For even more fun brunch ideas, be sure to explore our Food and Fun board on the Robert Paul Pinterest page.