Easter Sunday is the most important feast in the Christian calendar, celebrating Jesus Christ’s resurrection following his crucifixion. A moveable feast, Easter Sunday can fall on any date between 22 March and 25 April, following the first full moon after the Spring Equinox. After the 40-day Lenten abstinence, this feast day calls for an abundance of rich food and sweet treats. Lamb is traditionally enjoyed on Easter Sunday itself to commemorate the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, referred to as the “Lamb of God.” Eggs have long been synonymous with Easter celebrations, symbolising new life. Painted eggs have long been gifted but the gifting of chocolate eggs only dates back to the nineteenth century.
Egg Hunt
Queen Victoria popularised the egg hunt in Britain but the tradition appears to have originated from Germany with egg hunts being organised by the Lutheran Church for the children of its congregation. Follow our instructions to make your own woven paper baskets to collect the spoils of the egg hunt. We also have plenty of clues for all ages.
Easter Baking
The long Easter weekend calls for an abundance of baked goods with Simnel spicing and all manner of chocolatey treats. The first order of business should be Hot Cross Buns for Good Friday. Whether you have them for breakfast or as a pre-dinner snack, your Easter weekend would be incomplete without Chocolate Nest Cakes. Try our Simnel Cupcake recipe which is a departure from the traditional Simnel Cake but more appealing for younger children. Our Spiced Easter Biscuits are simple to make and ideal for gifting.
Easter Sunday Lunch
Enjoy an Easter Sunday lunch that makes the most of Spring produce. Start with a light but luxurious plate of smoked trout with peppery watercress. Serve the best end of lamb with roasted Hasselback potatoes and fresh mint sauce. Finish with a whipped white chocolate mousse, garnished with the spoils of your Easter egg hunt.