This year, Easter brunch was extra special for my wife and me—it was our first time hosting for Easter…And if you know anything about our family, you know that “hosting” means preparing for a crowd.
We’ve got a big, loving family. So when we extended the invite, we knew we weren’t just setting the table for a few—it was more like setting up base camp. But honestly, we wouldn’t have it any other way.
Cooking for a large group definitely had its moments.
At one point, our kitchen looked like a scene from a cooking competition show—cutting boards everywhere, trays of food lining every surface, and the oven working overtime. But the end result? A spread we were proud of. We had crispy chicken cutlets, a baked ham, fresh salads, roasted veggies, and more desserts than anyone needed (but somehow still disappeared by the end of the day).
As we looked around the room—family filling every chair, laughing, telling stories, younger kids darting around with Easter eggs—it hit us: this is exactly why we love to host.
It’s not about having the perfect table setting or gourmet recipes (though those cutlets did come out pretty great). It’s about creating a space where everyone feels welcome, relaxed, and at home.
We’re grateful to have a house that allows us to bring people together. Moments like Easter remind us that the heart of any home is the people in it, and on that Sunday, ours was full in every sense of the word.
Looking forward to many more gatherings, meals, and memories with family and friends.
June 2025