The key to brunch is starting off with a nice beverage and "appetizer" pairing. My the menu has two options for drinks (one alcoholic and one non-alcoholic). This allows people to relax and enjoy conversation without feeling utterly famished while waiting for everyone to arrive. Once all of the guests have arrived, you can move on to the more formal part of the meal, which I prefer to serve at a table on casual plates with a colorful napkin and simple flower arrangement.
Brunch is the entertaining event to really use colors that aren't necessarily "matching" but are appeasing to the eye. If you have mismatched dishes they are perfect at brunch because most people are too sleepy to notice. This also gives of a casual feeling while still keeping the paper plates in the cupboard. I also recommend everyone have at least one tablecloth that is bright and emits a feeling of energy, this is the perfect occasion!
Check out these cute napkins from Anthropologie - Storybook Romance Dishtowels
You will notice there is no meat on this menu and it is something I do often when serving to a large number of people. When food is this delicious, they even hardly know it's missing and your vegetarian friends will be silently thanking you.
Menu
Starters:
Blueberry Lemon Coffee Cake
Prosecco cocktail or Faux-secco cocktail - Replace prosecco and vodka with sparkling water
Main dish:
Creme Fraiche Quiche with Chard
Rhubarb Applesauce
Dessert:
French Press Coffee
Apricot and Mozzarella Dessert Caprese
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