Get garden party ready

It’s time to host some outdoor gatherings and garden parties.

Throwing a party in your garden can take a lot of organising but with a little planning you can make yours one to remember.

Here are some of our top tips:

Decorations

If you’ve got an outdoor space that you can use for entertaining, make sure it’s looking its best before your guests arrive. Décor is a great starting point when you’re planning any party, think about what look you’d like to go for and want you’ll need to achieve that.

Comfort

Comfort should be one of the top priorities for any host. As the day wears on and the evening begins to cool, your guests will thank you if you’ve got plenty of cushions and throws to keep them warm and comfortable.

Ambience

Once the sun goes down, you and your guests can keep the party going with a few pretty candles or solar powered fairy lights. If you can safely achieve a warm glow in your garden, it’ll ensure everyone can keep partying into the night.

Table-scaping

Whether you’re hosting a formal or casual gathering, you can create a beautiful tablescape as a final touch. Dress your table up with fresh flowers or keep it simple, with only the necessities, for a classic look.

Food

Think about what you’ll be serving and how to cater for your guests and any special dietary needs they may have.

If you’re not planning on making your own dishes at home and are going for a buffet or picnic, or simply need a great loaf to accompany your dishes, come and see us.

We’ve got everything you could need – from savoury options like bread rolls, pasties and sausage rolls to breakfast pastries, doughnuts, cakes and traybakes. Get in touch or pop in and see us.

If you’re planning on ordering lots of items for your party, please give us at least seven days’ notice before you need your baked treats. Thank you.