May 06, 2009 -
Brunch is an ideal time to throw a bridal shower. The female-only event is normally hosted by a nonfamily member or the maid of honor. If you're invited to a bridal shower, it's customary to bring a gift.
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Apr 03, 2007 -
Easter is this Sunday and you know what that means, everyone is scrambling around prepping for family brunches, lunches, and dinners. This week I'm helping you (check out the Easter egg invitations I made yesterday) plan the perfect springtime celebration with not one, but two fabulous menus! If you're like me and can't decide wether you want to host a brunch or a dinner (both are quintessentially Easter) take a look at each of my menus and choose the one you like better.
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Oct 27, 2008 -
I love brunch and even more so, I love brunch cocktails! This past weekend, my great uncle taught me how to make his effervescent, tangy, and delicious gin fizz.
There are many different types of gin fizzes.
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Dec 26, 2007 -
This year, instead of planning a blowout bash for New Year's Eve, invite everyone over for a New Year's Day brunch. With all of the hustle and bustle from the holidays there was no time to make beautiful invitations! Luckily, we can download, print, and fill out our fabulous New Year's party invite.
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Nov 20, 2007 -
If you're not making Thanksgiving dinner, think about inviting friends and neighbors who are cooking the bird over for an informal brunch. Keep things simple by hosting it open house style: people can stop by at their convenience Thursday morning. Call, evite, or place a simple flyer in their mailbox.
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Nov 21, 2007 -
Inviting friends and neighbors over to your house for an open house brunch the morning of Thanksgiving is a wonderful way to express your thanks and gratitude. Clean your house and set the brunch out buffet style on a large table. Keep decorations simple with fresh flowers and Thanksgiving themes.
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Apr 03, 2007 -
The words Easter and brunch go hand in hand, and this week I am planning one party and offering you two delicious menus. Everything about this fete should scream springtime, from the yellow and green color scheme, to the Easter egg invitations to the poached egg main dish (you can't have Easter without eggs!). Serve maple-glazed bacon with a sweet treat in the form of coffee cake or a fruity berry parfait.
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Mar 18, 2008 -
As much as I love ordering eggs Benedict or pancakes when I am out, poaching eggs and flipping pancakes isn't practical when hosting a brunch in your own home. Instead choose dishes that can be made the night before and are easily finished in the morning.
A sausage and egg casserole with sun-dried tomatoes and mozzarella is an easy crowd pleaser.
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Mar 19, 2008 -
No menu — including an Easter brunch — is complete without a sweet finish. You could order a bunch of fancy pastries from your favorite bakery, or you could use puff pastry to make a sweet, flaky chocolate filled treat in the comfort of your own kitchen. These mini pain au chocolates are deliciously satisfying and beyond simple to make.
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Dec 26, 2007 -
When planning a New Year's Day brunch, don't forget to include sweet dishes on the menu. At first I thought French toast would be a bad idea — individual pieces of toast can be too much work — but than I remembered it can be baked! A lemon raspberry French toast strata puffs up into a delicious dessert-like dish.
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