festive breakfasts...

It just so happens that as soon as we cross Diwali, we enter celebration season. There are birthdays, anniversaries and, of course, December with all its christmasness…

Being in such festive mode got me thinking… what is the one sure thing to make the day feel special, no matter what the occasion? And then it came to me: breakfast! …duh!

You are bound to feel festive, if you get up to the smell of fresh coffee, beautiful table and deliciously assembled breakfast, no matter what you have planned for the rest of the day. And isn’t it just the best thing, to start the day with the smile and this feeling of excitement for what’s coming next?

Fortunately, it doesn’t necessarily mean getting up before dawn and slaving in the kitchen for hours. If it did, I would be the first to vote for planin, old bawl of cereals… I like my sleep long and uninterrupted!

When it comes to special breakfast, I follow few simple rules: small portions, variety and cuteness. The truth is, even the simplest food looks ten times better in miniature. Like mini heart shaped pancakes, tiny sandwiches or muffins… how cute is that! 

Fruits are always a good idea. Somehow they make any breakfast look like way more work than it actually was, plus they add lovey colors to the plate.
Small dessert is the decadent cherry on top. Who doesn’t secretly dream of dessert for breakfast?! I wouldn’t go to heavy though, after all you don’t want to overshadow, let’s say, birthday cake! Just a scoop of ice cream with pancakes or a piece of fruit tart will do…

I always like to have fresh juice, smoothie or milkshake ready for special occasions. It takes few extra minutes to prepare, but it brings the breakfast affair to the whole other level. And that’s the point, isn’t it?