The Easter brunch concept has seen subtle yet significant changes over the past several years. Today’s Easter brunches focus on ease, intention, and creating an atmosphere that guests truly appreciate rather than presenting an overabundance of food and drink.
In short, they have become a lot less excessive. The following are ten recommendations that complement Easter Brunch in 2026.
1. Use Spring-Themed Vegetables
Look at seasonal vegetables to create your menu options this spring – asparagus, peas, aromatic herbs (spices), citrus fruits, berries, and soft, leafy greens. The visual appeal of these bright vegetables from spring can provide your guests with an exciting way to enjoy a healthy diet while they are visiting.
Adding lemon-flavored entrees to your brunch menu and pairing them with lightly-dressed salads will enhance the overall brunch experience for all attendees.
2. Offer a Drink That Is In Line With the Time Of Day
Brunch cocktails come in all shapes and sizes. However, it is advisable to choose lighter cocktails with lower alcohol content than a typical brunch drink would have. The trend in cocktail making has been moving towards using lower-alcohol cocktails for socialization, so that people don’t have to worry about getting drunk.
3. Preparation of Food in Advance
The stress associated with being a good host should be eliminated as much as possible. French toast bakes, savory loaves, baked oatmeal and egg casseroles are great options, because they give you the opportunity to spend time with your guests rather than standing at the stovetop. The key to being a good host is to make sure you spend quality time with your guests rather than worrying about how well you can cook.
4. Give Favors that Guests Will Appreciate
Be intentional when selecting your Easter brunch favors. Edible gifts have made a big return, especially egg-shaped chocolates. They can serve as both place cards for guests and tasty take-home treats, making Easter brunch an upscale dining experience for your guests. Purdys Easter eggs are a perfect option for this. They are beautifully designed, festive, high-quality, and sure to wow your guests.
5. Create a Menu that Naturally Accommodates Everyone
Although you may be tempted to create the ultimate allergen-friendly meal for everyone to enjoy at once, it’s much easier to design your menu by creating a synergy between all menu items and formulating different options around dairy-free fats, gluten-free items, etc., so your guests can quickly identify what they can eat.
6. If Possible, Get the Brunch Outside
Outdoor spreads are a welcome change from the typical set up of a brunch on the patio. Setting up a picnic-style spread with lower tables, cushions, and cute baskets can be as nice as having a formal dining table.
7. Keep the Table Set-Up Relaxed
The need for the table to be set perfectly is becoming a thing of the past. Instead, soft linen table coverings, mismatched dishware, and neutral colors are gaining in popularity. Tables should have different textures. While many colors are trendy now, it’s important to keep your choices subtle.
8. Set the Scene with Music
A selection of musically perfect tracks will bring everything together. Light disco, acoustic pop, or jazz music that calms you down can create the desired ambience before your guests arrive for brunch. Just make sure the volume is low; you want to create ambiance, not distract everyone.
9. Change Up the Traditional Easter Egg Hunt
Traditional Easter egg hunts can become very unorganized in a short time. Choose an alternative version, based on clues for children, or create colorful, age-appropriate egg boxes that can be taken to different locations, each box containing a ‘golden egg’ with a small prize.
For adults, you could consider a fun scavenger hunt concept associated with alcoholic beverages or dessert items. This keeps everyone in a fun mood, while at the same time making it less childish.
10.Create One Ideal Spot for Taking Photos
You don’t have to take a heap of pictures during the event. Instead, create just one designated area that has beautiful lighting, which is the most ideal area for guests to take their photos.
Consider creating a lovely sideboard, using beautiful colors and flowers, and having it placed at the back of the event where it will be most accessible to guests when taking photos.
Endnote
Overall, Easter brunch 2026 will be more relaxed, with improved flow and fewer items on the table. It will be detail oriented with a personal aspect instead of just showmanship. Most importantly, it should feel effortless and create an inviting atmosphere for your guests.
