As we look forward to warmer weather, what better way to celebrate the Season than welcoming our loved ones into our homes for a springtime gathering? If you're planning to host your family or friends for an Easter Brunch or Dinner, then here are our top tips for entertaining in style this Holiday weekend.

To make it easier and more enjoyable as the host try to do as much of the preparation and cooking ahead of time. Simple things like setting the table before your guests arrive can take the pressure off. If you are hosting a crowd, try to use recipes that can be prepared in advance.  Rather than a sit-down meal, why not serve a buffet-style Brunch or Dinner? A buffet of colourful salads, a roasted vegetable tart, and sharing boards not only taste delicious, but they look beautiful too!

If you are feeling creative, Easter is the perfect time to decorate your table. Start with fresh florals like tulips and daffodils. If you are short on space, crop the flowers and use bud vases or even egg cups, then dot them around the table. Using bud vases makes a few flowers go a long way! You could also scatter chocolate eggs and a few fluffy yellow chicks or bunnies on the table.

If the weather cooperates, you might want to opt to have a barbecue. To keep younger kids entertained, why not plan an Easter egg hunt in the garden?

If you plan to visit Skipton this Easter, call in and take a look at our stunning New Season arrivals. We also have an Easter Teddy trail for the kids, find 5 teddies in store to spell the hidden word and win a chocolate egg. 5th - 20th April. 

We wish you all a Very Happy Easter!