How to Serve Breakfast in Bed

There are few things in life more luxurious than having breakfast in bed. You don't have to go to a five-star hotel for a leisurely breakfast - you can have it right in your own home.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Flowers
• Pillows
• Breakfast Tray
• Fine China

1. Buy a sturdy bed tray that doesn't tip over easily. Make sure it is large enough to hold several dishes and other items.

2. Shop for ingredients for your favorite breakfast ahead of time.

3. Purchase fresh flowers. It adds a nice touch.

4. Cancel all morning appointments. Turn off the phone. Make this a morning when you can relax at leisure.

5. Prepare some of the ingredients the night before. If possible, set your coffeemaker for 8:30 a.m. (or whenever you get up), so the scent of the fresh brew will wake you up. Set the tray with plates, silverware, cups, and so forth. Use linen napkins.

6. Make the bed with fresh sheets before you go to bed.

7. Get up in the morning and prepare your breakfast. Take your time.

8. Finish setting up the tray. Put the flowers on it. Add the food.

9. Arrange the pillows in bed before you get back in. Use several large ones to give your back support. You want to be comfortable as you eat.

10. Climb back into bed with your bed tray. Take care not to tip it as you get back into bed.

11. Savor your breakfast. Enjoy the food. Sip your coffee slowly. Have a second cup.

12. Catch up on your reading. Read the entire "New York Times." Read past issues of your magazines.

13. Plan to do this again sometime soon.

Tips & Warnings

• Breakfast in bed makes a great gift for someone, especially if you are a gourmet cook. An alternative is to order a fancy breakfast basket or tray.

• There are many places to order them from. Check online or check your local phone book.