TIP

• TIP
  
  • Brunch Time
    

    Having friends over for a relaxed brunch rather than a sit-down dinner will save a bundle.
    

    Try to include celebratory colours, like red or gold, in your table decorations and food.
    

    Ideas for breakfast's great looking nibbles: play with your red theme by filling wraps with boiled egg and fried onions, or serve crepes with bright red raspberries and a sweet sauce.
    

    Cupcakes decorated in brightly coloured icing work wonders to liven up your table, plus guests can indulge in them with coffee afterwards.
    

  • Tips and Tricks
    

    Cut red wrapping paper into squares to use as place mats or coasters. For a centrepiece, put loads of red petals in a vase-it'll tie in better with the atmosphere of your relaxed brunch than a stiff floral arrangement.
    

    Half-fill champagne flutes with red edibles such as strawberries or cherries, then top up with bubbly for a festive take on the usual sparkling wine and orange juice brunch combo.