The Perfect Brunch: Traditions, Table Arrangements and Decorating Tips

Traditions and meaning of brunch

Brunch, a fusion of the words “breakfast” and “lunch,” originated in England in the late 19th century. Originally intended as the ideal meal after Sunday church services, brunch quickly became a popular culinary tradition.

Nowadays no one has to go to church for this anymore.

Nevertheless, especially in such a stressful time, with a calendar full of appointments and a lot of organization, a special brunch is the perfect opportunity to start the weekend relaxed with family and friends.

Is brunch easy? SmacoGlas says YES!

Why is brunch so special?

Brunch is more than just a meal. A successful brunch symbolizes community, relaxation and enjoyment. SmacoGlas helps you make your brunch very easy: Prepare - straight from the fridge to the table - enjoy!

Time for meetings

Brunch is the perfect time to meet up with loved ones. Whether with family, old friends or business partners – brunch creates valuable moments in a very special atmosphere.

Deceleration

In our hectic world, brunch offers a welcome break. Brunch looks amazing, but it doesn't require a lot of work. And yet it does what only a few events can do: everyone is relaxed and takes time for what is important: the people around them.

Culinary diversity

Brunch combines the best of two worlds: breakfast and lunch. No matter whether you prefer to prepare a day in advance or spontaneously with lots of little things, you set the limit when it comes to brunch. From warm to cold dishes, from hearty egg dishes to fresh fruit salads and sweet treats – there is something here for every taste.

Delicious variety on the table

There are many options for brunch to offer a delicious selection of food. Let your creativity flow! Here are some ideas:

1. Baked goods : Fragrant rolls, croissants, yeast plaits - it's better to have a wide selection, but smaller quantities. This creates a WOW effect!
2. Spreads and side dishes : Small variations of spreads, jams, sausages, cheese, cream cheese preparations and delicatessen salads also provide a delicious feast for the eyes that whets the appetite simply because of the variety. Our SmacoGlas cold cuts boxes are perfect here, because they offer just the right space even for small quantities!
3. Egg dishes : Boiled eggs are easy to prepare in advance and always look great! Take a small bowl, a wicker basket, or a colorful woven basket. With a napkin the whole thing looks rounded and lush.
4. Sweet baked goods, fresh fruit and desserts : To pamper your sweet tooth with sweet treats, you can put small baked goods such as mini apple strudel or fruit and chocolate crunchy muesli on the table with natural yoghurt. Also place small bowls of fruit on the table, the more colorful the better. You can also pre-cut large fruit.

Creative table arrangements and decoration tips

To ensure that your brunch is a highlight not only in terms of taste but also visually, here are a few tips:

1. Attractive small and large bowls and baskets : Present the food in pretty bowls and rustic baskets. Our SmacoGlas cold cuts box is the perfect support for cold cuts, cheese, delicatessen salads, fruit snacks, vegetables, crabs and so on: all you have to do is take them out of the fridge and arrange them on the table. Complete!
2. Mini jars for jam, yoghurt and muesli : These make your table decoration an appetizing eye-catcher. We offer you many different small bowls and glasses for this, so you can prepare everything and then simply put it back in the fridge after brunch.
3. Flowers and fresh herbs : Add accents to the table with fresh flowers and herbs. It doesn't matter whether you take daisies from the field or buy a whole bouquet. The only important thing is: tall flowers at the back of a table against the wall and in the middle if the table is free. Small flowers can best decorate the buffet if they are bundled in small bouquets and placed in different places, for example between the SmacoGlas boxes.
4. Napkins, tablecloths and tableware : Choose napkins in matching colors and an attractive tablecloth. This has an incredible effect with very little effort. You can either lay the napkin flat on the plate or fold it creatively for the WOW effect. The basic principle is: If you have a colorful buffet, the plates can be simple. If you have a simple tablecloth and simple napkins, the plates can add accents.

So, invite your loved ones, enjoy the delicious food and have a good time!

1. Invite your loved ones
2. Plan lots of small, different snacks and shop accordingly
3. Get a tablecloth with matching napkins and colorful flowers
4. Prepare everything the day before
5. Enjoy brunch!

Have fun brunch! 🌼🍽️

PS: Would you like the recipe for these delicious pancakes? That's what you get here !