Gathering family and friends for a grand Easter Sunday feast or Seder Night dinner for Passover are cherished springtime rituals. Cooking the traditional dishes that honor each occasion is also a beloved part of the holidays—but it’s possible to add some surprises to give these delicious meals your own stamp.
Sprinkle a trail of colorful flowers or jelly beans down the center of the table for a festive note
Of course, you can always serve Easter ham as the main course for your Sunday feast. If that’s not the family favorite, make one or two changes to update your menu while keeping the dishes everyone loves.
Passover rituals are indelibly interwoven with the Seder dinner, but you can still give the traditional menu a makeover.
Inviting guests to a beautifully set table adds a graceful note to every spring gathering. Choose from the tips here to create your own special table.