If you’re ready to start entertaining again, why not throw a simple luncheon for your best girlfriends? There is no need for the event to be too fancy or over-planned. Just keep it simple and relaxed with these quick-planning tips.
Food
Don’t stress about the food. Dress up a simple repast with your best China. A picnic theme is fun with several different salads and glasses of cold iced tea. Another great option is to host a soup luncheon with 3-4 pots of different soup, a salad and loads of crusty French bread. Contact your local bakery and order several quiches, which make a hearty meal and are easy to clean up. Finally, there’s no reason why you can’t hire BBQ catering Lafayette LA for good food that will please everyone.
Tidying
You should never have to scrub your house from top to bottom to have friends over. On the other hand, a quick clean-up will make you feel more confident. Grab an empty laundry basket and throw in everything that doesn’t belong in your public spaces. (You can sort it out and put it away later.) Do a quick dust and run the vacuum cleaner over the rug. If guests will be wearing coats, make the bed where they will be placed. You should clean the bathroom sink and toilet (even under the seat). Clear everything out of the tub and off the counter except soap and stow it under the sink. Set out a stack of paper guest towels and an extra roll of toilet paper.
Atmosphere
Don’t overdo your entertainment spaces with too many scented candles which can take away from the delicious smells of the food. Instead opt for vases of fresh flowers. (You probably have plenty of extras in the back of your cupboard.) Conduct a drawing at the end of lunch and let the lucky winner take home a vase.
A luncheon should be all about hanging out with friends. Don’t overwork the event so that fellowship is lost in showmanship. Keep it simple and enjoy your company.
