Hosting an Easter Feast: Tips for a Memorable Spring Celebration

Easter is a time for celebration, family gatherings, and delicious food. If you're hosting an Easter meal this year, we've got you covered with tips and ideas to make your gathering a memorable one.

1. Plan Your Menu:
Start by planning your Easter menu, incorporating traditional favorites like glazed ham, roasted lamb, and colorful spring salads. Don't forget about delicious sides such as scalloped potatoes, honey-glazed carrots, and fresh asparagus. For dessert, consider classic treats like carrot cake, lemon tarts, and hot cross buns.

Pro Tip: If you're having a big crowd over, make your shopping list a few weeks in advance and consider having groceries and pantry staples delivered a few days before guests arrive. This way, in case you forget anything, you have some leeway to get it before the big day. 

2. Set the Scene:
Create a festive atmosphere by setting a beautiful table with spring-inspired decor. Incorporate pastel colors, fresh flowers, and Easter-themed accents like decorated eggs and bunny figurines. Use table linens, napkins, and place settings to add elegance and charm to your Easter table.

3. Easter Egg Hunt:
Keep the little ones entertained with an Easter egg hunt in the backyard or garden. Hide colorful eggs filled with treats and prizes for an exciting and fun-filled activity that the whole family can enjoy.

Pro Tip: Hire a local teenager who will help you hide eggs the evening before so you don't have to rush around to do it the morning of!

4. DIY Decorations:
Get creative with DIY Easter decorations to add a personal touch to your celebration. Make paper bunny garlands, floral centerpieces, and hand-painted egg ornaments to adorn your home and table. And there's nothing that says you can't purchase an inexpensive, store bought bouquet to freshen up parts of your home!

5. Easter Brunch:
Consider hosting a brunch instead of a traditional dinner for a casual and relaxed Easter celebration. Serve up an array of brunch favorites like quiches, frittatas, pancakes, and fresh fruit platters. Don't forget the mimosas and Bloody Marys for a festive touch - set these out for guests to make themselves!

Pro Tip: For ease consider a make-it-and-bake-it item such as a french toast casserole. This allows you more time with your guests rather than slaving away in the kitchen.

Hosting an Easter meal is a wonderful opportunity to gather with loved ones and create lasting memories. With these tips and ideas, your Easter celebration is sure to be a hit!

Pastel Seersucker napkins seen here are available on our Marketplace!

Easter hosting, Easter entertaining, Easter meal ideas, Easter brunch, Easter decorations, Easter recipes, Spring celebration, spring brunch, Sunday brunch, Spring entertaining