You’ve
rung in the new year, maybe even partied
a little, and relished time with family over the holidays. Now, that you have
returned to work it’s often difficult to get back into the swing of things.
When
it comes to creating a relaxing environment or merely entertaining, we certainly
understand, and try to do it in a fun way. Setting aside time to swap holiday
stories and new ideas with dear friends don’t have to be complicated at all. In
fact, the simpler the better!
Our
solution for bringing everyone together, whether it’s for discussing new
ventures with friends or catching up with longtime associates always involves
food for us. Why? Because it’s an easy way to unwind comfortably—some of the greatest
conversations with friends have come from our dinner parties or fittingly, a
weekend brunch gatherings like this one.
In
collaboration with Harry & David
here’s our weekend brunch table that I styled for a casual setting—a late
brunch for a proper post-holiday catch up with friends. Harry & David is famously known for their decadent treats, including their signature gift towers,
gourmet food, and Royal Riviera® Pears.
To
celebrate our first weekend of the year together with our artistic crew of
friends, we used some of Harry & David’s delicious appetizers to accompany
our light brunch table.
I
decided to add a few handmade touches to the table by using a chalkboard theme.
A fun way to make your guests feel warm and welcomed is with custom glasses or settings. Blending the old with the new for a simple, yet sophisticated
and approachable setting was ideal. So, I used vintage lace overlaying it on cobalt
and cream printed tablecloth with a modern motif.
The
menu included an artichoke pesto spread, potato corn chowder, Norwegian smoked salmon, raspberry-lemon
tarts, and miniature cinnamon doughnuts, amongst other epicurean bites. The bruschetta
spread is extremely complementary on toasted slices of a French baguette. The
merlot-laced spread is boldly flavoured with tomatoes, red peppers, a kick of
merlot, and has the bite of balsamic vinegar and artichoke.
The Artichoke
Lemon Pesto (a group favourite), is creamy and tangy and finishes with the
fresh flavour of lemon. We used a champagne sharp cheddar to go along with our
spreads as well. Add cilantro or jalapeño slices to top off the soups, then finish with Hungarian paprika, and “Voila!”
I highly recommend the pumpkin
bisque, as well as any of the delightful spreads, which will be a brilliant companion
to many other meals, such as the spreads atop grilled veggies, poultry, or with
your favourite crostini.
The comfortable and refreshing setting was the perfect way to enjoy good company
and a first brunch gathering of the year.
What do you think of our brunch styled setting?
The goods: Classic Bruschetta, Artichoke Lemon Pesto, and Merlot Laced Artichokes, Pumpkin Bisque, Harvest Vegetable with Pastas Soup, Potato Corn
Chowder, and Wild Mushroom Soup-Courtesy of Harry & David. Shop other items here. Other items: Vintage lace cloth overlay, Ralph Lauren tablecloth, Whole
foods: Norwegian smoked salmon, Handmade chalkboard glasses with chalkboard
paper, Martha Stewart Paint-buy it here, or use other
templates here. View the cinnamon doughnuts recipe-here.
All hiya Lola. Vielen Dank. Lola. xx <3
Would love to have you and Anouk for brunch one day, haha. Thanks dear for your sweet comment. xx
It is very good. So Delicious. Give it a try! Thanks for your lovely comment. 🙂
Haha, sure! <3 Thanks so much for your comment Adeola. x
Glad that you liked it!
Thank you! xx
This brunch looks scrumptious! I used to love their pears! It is nice to see that they have a nice selection of spread and other goodies now too!
xoxo,
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This makes me want to host a winter brunch now!
-Kati
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The artichoke lemon pesto sounds like it would be soooo soo delicious!!! I absolutely lovee such brunches, and you make such a perfect hostess!! Love the effort you put in there!! <3
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Hehe I agree with Anouk! As your brunches look delicious! Everything looks beautiful, not a detail missed 🙂
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Daniella xox
Niiiiice:))) everything looks soooo yummy!!!
Liebe Grüße aus München <3
Yum and beautiful indeed <3 …made me very hungry.
My brunch setting is far away from being stylish 🙂
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If you invited me for this kind of brunch, I certainly would accept! 🙂
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Brunch is my all-time favoritefavorite meal! I am absolutely adoring the tablescape here, Madison!
xx
you make me so hungry!!!
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Wow Madison the brunch styled setting looks totally amazing. I would love to have a brunch like that. Esp. would love to try the artichoke lemon pesto (haven't tried something like that before). I can see why it was a group favorite. Du musst mich nächstes Mal einladen. Eine wunderschöne Tischdeko. Ich habe nicht so das Händchen fürs dekorieren. Wünsch dir eine tollen Dienstag. Bei uns schneit es leider schon wieder 😀
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The table and the menu are wonderful, your friends are so lucky to have a talented friend like you. Kisses <3
Oh wow, I wish I'm one of your friends and I get an invite from you! Your table arrangement is lovely, I think you did a fantastic job!
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You're just the perfect little hostess! I love all the details you put into the table settings.
Looks amazing. You must have had a lot of fun.
Wow, this food looks so incredible! I wish I was coming for brunch. 😉
Tara x
Galllllllllll….you wetting my appetite right NOW!! The table looks so good. Love it 🙂
Alles Liebe and have a blessed week.
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This is lovely brunch table Madison. The settings look really inviting and so does the food!
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your brunch table looks amazing…and food always tastes better when shared, right? Nothing better than to enjoy a lovely mean with family or friends…or both.
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Wow, delicious!
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Your friends are very lucky! The table and the menu are fantastic!!
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Everything looked soo amazing, Madison! From the setting to the food….woweeee!
I love it, looks so wonderful :))) Love sitting down to a big table of food with friends!! Perfect. Happy Monday xx
Delicious and beautifully set!!!
Would you mind sending some of them my ways? lol
Have a great week Madison!
xo
Hello Madison! It involves food also for me, is the best way to catch up with friends indeed. Your table is gorgeous, so bright and lovely! But most of all, I enjoyed the menu, reading it at this hour made me hungry, Im sure your friend have been delighted!:) Have a great week, many kisses! xo
Wow!!! Delicious.
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