Brunch sounds relaxing… until you’re the one making pancakes for 10 people while your coffee goes cold. Hosting brunch at home doesn’t have to be chaos — it just needs the right setup.
1. Forget the Stove, Think Platters
Brunch doesn’t mean flipping eggs to order. It means platters: smoked salmon and bagels, fruit trays, pastries, yogurt cups, charcuterie. Food that looks abundant, sits well on the table, and doesn’t require last-minute cooking.
2. Mix Sweet + Savoury
The best brunch tables have balance: something fresh (fruit, yogurt), something hearty (egg salad, sandwiches), something savoury (cheese, smoked salmon), and something sweet (pastries, candy, or dessert). That way no one feels like they’re missing out.
3. Drinks Matter
Coffee and tea are a given. But add a pitcher of fresh juice or sparkling water with fruit slices, and brunch suddenly feels elevated. For weekends, a mimosa station never hurts.
4. Plan for Space
If you’re in a small kitchen or condo, use vertical serving trays or stagger dishes in different rooms. A fruit platter in the living room, bagels in the kitchen, candy on the coffee table — it keeps people moving and saves counter space.
5. Don’t Overthink It
Brunch is meant to feel easy. Lay out trays, set out plates, and let people help themselves. If you want zero stress, order a Cured Brunch Bundle — everything from bagels and spreads to fruit, crudités, and sandwiches, ready to go.
👉 Hosting hack: serve brunch family-style and forget the “menu.” It’s supposed to be a long, lazy meal where people graze, refill coffee, and linger.
