How to Organize a Labor Day Brunch
The biggest difference between planning a Labor Day brunch and organizing a BBQ is, ironically, in the amount of labor involved. While a BBQ requires you to organize a complete lunch or dinner and create the right atmosphere, a brunch can be as easy as setting up a patio table with store-bought food. A Labor Day brunch is the perfect option for those who wish to celebrate the holiday with ease.
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Instructions
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Organize a guest list and a food list. As you invite people, forward the food list to them and ask them to pick something to bring. Make the items general, such as egg salad, finger food or dips, so even if two people pick the same item, it will still allow for variation.
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Give your guests food assignments based on their culinary preferences. For example, if you have a friend with a hidden talent for making desserts, he may enjoy this area more than providing a vegetable tray.
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Have the grill ready and the food cooking on by the time guests arrive. Alternatively, you can prepare everything the day before and simply warm up the dishes for the brunch.
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Make it a buffet. Set up a table with all main dishes, so people can serve themselves. A buffet-style brunch gives you the opportunity to fully enjoy your guests and gives everyone at the party an excuse for mingling and making new friends.
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Provide entertainment. Background music and a few board games for the little ones may be enough, since brunches are usually designed to be short.
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Tips & Warnings
Make it a potluck party. A brunch is the perfect occasion to get everybody involved and take the pressure off the hosting family.
Use red, white and blue plastic ware for a Labor Day inspired setting.
Stick to disposable serving utensils if you're having a large party. For a more environmentally-friendly option, ask everybody to bring their own china to use along with their food. This will considerably reduce your workload during cleaning time.
If you're sure all your guests check their email regularly, use an online service such as Evite to send invitations. Evite allows you not only to invite guests, but also lets you provide guests with a map and directions, gives you access to a virtual planning checklist and provides a list of party planning ideas (see Resources below).
