Lunch
If you are planning to have friends and family over after church or so you can sleep in a bit then a lunch between noon and 3 p.m. is the thing for you to do. A lunch can be served either buffet style or as a sit down affair but whichever you choose your lunch menu will offer a little more than a brunch menu with additional hot dishes. You can still serve finger foods but adding more meat and vegetable dishes will make your lunch-time meal a hit.
Think of items like:
- Ham
- Potato salad
- Spinach salad
- Deviled eggs
- Green beans
- Corn
- Carrots
- Macaroni and cheese
- Biscuits
Add an Easter themed punch, tea, or soft drinks and your meal will be complete.
Dinner
If you’re hosting an even anytime after 5 p.m. then a more extensive menu is in order. A larger menu can still be simple yet elegant. If you can make a dish in advance, do it. Anything you can do prior to the day of the even will help keep you sane and stress-free.
For the main course think:
- Leg of Lamb
- Rib Roast
- Ham
- Salmon
Ideas for side dishes could include:
- New potatoes
- Roasted root vegetables
- Green Beans
- Rice Pilaf
- Pasta
- Sugar Peas
- Artichokes
- Asparagus
Don’t forget to include other items such as salads, various appetizers, fruits, cakes, and breads. Complement your meal with a nice beverage and your elegant dinner is complete.
Once you’ve decided what time of day to hold your event, you’ll want to plan the decorations and come up with any games you might play. Don’t forget desserts too.
