A Brunch is one of the simplest ways to entertain your friends and family in your home. Whether the brunch is simply a reason to get friends or family together, or to celebrate a specific occasion such as Easter, it's an ideal way to entertain without breaking the bank or spending lots of time preparing in your kitchen.  Brunch recipes are particularly easy to prepare for groups large or small, and as a daytime event, there's no late night clean-up!

Step-by-Step Guide to Planning a Brunch

Don't let the early start time be daunting.  With proper preparation, you won't need much time the day of your event to set things up. Follow the steps outlined by The Simple Feast below, and your guests will think you are a natural born host!

Select a Date - Choose the date and time for your brunch, and create your guest list.  Invite your guests 7 to 10 days in advance, by phone or via email. However, a brunch is also a meal that can be planned at the last minute, especially if you follow our simple steps.

Food - It's easy to put together a simple feast for brunch -- it's just a matter of creating a menu of assorted sweet and savory dishes.  You can assemble these dishes with little cooking instruction, whether you pre-buy items, ask guests to bring a dish, or do it all yourself.  Just keep in mind a balance of healthy versus decadent, and you will create a Simple Feast with something for everyone. And don't forget the coffee for your brunch!

Decorations - Depending upon how many guests you are having, you will need to decide if you are going to serve the meal family-style or buffet-style.  We'll show you how to create simple but eye-catching table-settings, and provide you an easy timeline to manage every detail.

There's no better way for you to get your guests' day to a wonderful start!  With a brunch, you can put together a Simple Feast with fantastic cuisine, for both you and your guests to enjoy.