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It’s a Jubilee Celebration

The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee is a great time of celebration! Households and streets are already preparing for the long bank holiday, gathering decorations, ingredients and activities! To make it extra special, here are some ideas for a wonderful Jubilee Lunch!

We’ve opted for two themes – ‘A Jubilee BBQ’ or ‘A Jubilee Tea Party’.

Now, you can’t forget the decorations - what is a Jubilee Party without bunting! All the party shops have stocked up and some supermarkets too, however rather than scrambling through the stores, it may just be easier to head over to Amazon. Hang up blue, red and white balloons everywhere!

Floral plates are a must-have! Whether you have fine China or disposable plates, do your best to stick to the theme. Decorate your table with floral decorations or the traditional union jack.

A Jubilee Tea Party

(Have your teapot and cake stand ready!)

Sandwiches:

Cream Cheese and Salmon

Egg and Watercress

Ham and Cheese

Cucumber and Hummus Crackers

Salmon Billinis

Mini Quiches

Vol-au-vents

Cakes:

Mr Kipling Angel Slices and French Fancies

Scones with Clotted Cream and Jam

Victoria Sponge Cake

Cherry Bakewell Tarts

Macaroons

Strawberries, Raspberries and Blueberries

Drinks:

English Breakfast Tea

White Wine

Prosecco

Elderflower Cordial & Sparkling Water Combination

A Jubilee BBQ

No need to stress over getting an actual large BBQ in time for the celebration, all supermarkets have ‘party size’ instant BBQ's or on Amazon, a portable BBQ for just £15.29. Alternatively, B&Q and Argos have a few small charcoal grills if you need an affordable permanent option.

Food:

Burgers

Hot Dogs

Sausages

Sweetcorn

Chicken Skewers

Chicken Legs

Jubilee Sides:

scotch eggs, roasted new baby potatoes, sausage rolls, mixed salad, coleslaw

Drinks:

Pimms

Beer or have some fun and try my sweet cocktail - it’s a great summer vibe

Tooty Fruity Punch (non-alcoholic)

Cranberry Juice

Orange Juice

200ml Sparkling Water

Raspberries

Oranges (sliced)

Strawberries

Mint Leaves (fresh)

Method:

Combine all in a jug and stir!

Leave in a fridge for a minimum of 30 minutes