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How To Plan a Bridal Shower Brunch

Planning a brunch for a bridal shower can be a terrific way to have an elegant, but simple and inexpensive party. Most food and beverages served for a bunch are easy to make and many can be made ahead of time. If you are thinking about hosting a bridal shower, consider planning a bridal shower brunch.

Most of the time, a brunch is a meal that is served between breakfast and lunch. Brunch can be served any time between about 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Brunch foods are versatile, too. A hostess may choose to serve egg dishes or casseroles, fruits, finger sandwiches and desserts. Drinks at a brunch can range from soda, to punch or juice, to alcoholic beverages such as champagne or mimosas.

Hosting a brunch can be easy to plan and prepare. In addition, you can plan a nice and elegant brunch on a budget, too. When you begin planning for the brunch, consider where the brunch will be held. It is acceptable to serve a brunch in a buffet style. You might only need a long table to hold all of the food. If your home is short on space, consider having the brunch at a restaurant that specializes in brunch meals. Some places even have large rooms for parties and showers and can offer special menu items. It is possible that many restaurants that do not normally serve breakfast, will offer a brunch buffet on Sunday mornings.

Planning a brunch bridal shower will be easier once you have a guest list and know how many people you are expecting. This will tell you how many tables and seating areas you will need. You will also know how much of each type of food will be necessary to serve. Work with the bride-to-be while planning a bridal brunch to find out what she likes. Serve a menu that will please her and the guests. In addition, brunch is a perfect way to host a co-ed shower where both men and women are invited.

You can keep the brunch shower elegant and simple. Some simple ideas for decorations include using pressed white table clothes and simple floral arrangements on the tables. If you are hosting a buffet, decorate the buffet table with roses in the color of the bride’s wedding. If you have silver or china that you do not use very often, a brunch is the perfect opportunity to dust it off and put it in use. Do not worry, though, if you do not have china. Visit a party supply store and purchase sturdy clear plastic tableware. This is inexpensive, yet it looks nice. Using disposable plates and forks makes clean up a breeze, too.

There are many food options when you are planning a bridal brunch. Many brunch foods can be made ahead of time and heated right before the shower. If you do not enjoy cooking, you can still host a brunch with minimal cooking. Check with your local warehouse store for bulk food items such as croissants, muffins, frozen quiche, and seasonal fruits. Find pretty platters and serving dishes and transfer the items before the shower begins. The food will be delicious, but the time you have spent is minimal. Also, you might consider a potluck bridal shower brunch. Have everyone bring his or her favorite dish to share. You could even ask the guests to bring the recipe to give to the bride for her collection. If you have a large guest list you might want to consider a certain food category by last name. For example, if the last names begin with A-C, bring a dessert. This will ensure that there are a variety of foods available.

If you do want to cook, here are some suggestions that are always welcome at a bridal shower brunch. Look for seasonal fruits and vegetables and make a platter with dip. Fruits are always good with chocolate dip or a flavored yogurt. Serve vegetables with a light dip. There are many good egg recipes that can be made in advance. Quiche with ham, bacon and broccoli is a good option for a brunch. Other casseroles might include an egg strata made with sausage or a layered potato and ham casserole. Muffins, breads, bagels, sausage links, finger sandwiches and desserts are other ideas for a brunch. Hosting a brunch is a great way to have a bridal shower. The foods can be kept simple, giving you time to spend visiting with the guests.

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