Tip: A Perfect Cup of Tea
Using loose tea leaves rather than tea bags allows the hot water to circulate freely around the leaves and extract the fullest flavor. Our guide gives you step-by-step directions for brewing.
Tip: Flower Centerpiece
To create a breathtaking centerpiece, look no further than your own garden. Start with a clear glass vase and medium pebbles for anchoring the blooms. Keep the arrangement low, so it won’t block sight lines across the table.
Tip: Decorative Place Settings
Enliven your table setting with fragrant accents of fresh lavender. Fold each napkin to create a pocket, then tuck in sprigs of lavender tied together with ribbon. Small flower blossoms or sprigs of rosemary will work just as well.
On her special day, treat Mom to a meal she’ll always remember: a gathering of the entire family. Indoors or out, it can be as casual as brunch, as simple as a tea party or as elegant as a luncheon.
For brunch, plan the menu around spring-fresh fruits and vegetables, especially salads, chilled soups, quiches, frittatas and pastries that can be enjoyed at room temperature. For a tea party, offer a selection of petite sandwiches, scones and cookies.
Dress the table with linens in classic white or a lively print. A runner and place mats quickly transform a bare table. Fresh flowers – from cut blooms in vases to planted pots of annuals – make any event more special.
Menu: A Spring Lunch for Mom
An onion tart with mixed greens is perfect for a springtime lunch or tea to celebrate Mom. Petite tea sandwiches made with a variety of fillings round out our festive menu.
