Isn’t 2012 such a fab year?
Between the Olympics, Paralympics and Diamond Jubilee there’s one excuse
for a party after the next…..and that suits me just fine. But beware!
When decorating for the Jubilee there is a fine line between patriotism
and looking like you’re hosting a BNP party conference. For décor here is what I suggest:
Tesco Value Paper Plates £1 for 50
Tesco Disposable Table Cloth £1.99
Tesco Value Plastic Cups £0.59 for 25
Tesco Union Jack Napkins £1.46 for 20
Above: Tesco Union Jack Bunting £1.24
Below: Crown Pinata available from Marks & Spencer
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With regards to food a buffet is definitely the way to
go. Here are my menu suggestions (Don’t
go mad, 3 – 4 savoury items and 1 – 2 sweet options is more than adequate)
Menu ideas
Food
Pork pies
Sausage rolls
Finger sandwiches – fillings cucumber, jam, roast beef &
mustard.
Mini Yorkshire Puds filled with roast beef and gravy
Cumberland Sausages on sticks
Selection of British Meats and Cheeses
Sweets
Bakewell tarts
Summer pudding
Spotted dick
Battenberg
Fruit Crumble
Drinks
Pimms
Gin & Tonic
Real Ales
Dandelion and Burdock
English Tea
If you really want to show off get some key items like fabulous cake stands or these themed teapots. Available from www.houseofbath.co.uk
Provide your guests with sweet little party favours as well as doing your bit for charity.
Pack of London Themed Tissues available from the British Heart Foundation costing only £1.
Top Tips
Charity shops are great places for vintage cake stands and
mismatched tea sets.
Keep the serving dishes and cups in a neutral colour
and only accent with Union Jack Bunting and Napkins.
M&M's have limited edition Red, White and Blue Peanut M&M's available this summer only. http://www.ocado.com/product/71114011?gclid=CO30zeu5pbACFcwNtAodAzh1XQ
Above all have a great time and don't stress!! Nothing brings a party down like a dramatic hostess.
