How to prepare for entertaining guests this Easter weekend

Easy ways to get organised ahead of welcoming friends and family for long weekend so you won't feel under pressure 

Easter entertaining can centre around breakfast or brunch. Picture: Sophie Allport

Preparing for guests gives you a different perspective on your home. A critical eye cast over the spare room might focus on the need for a lick of paint when your visitors will only notice the lovely fresh, comfortable bed in a spotless bedroom and soft towels for post-travel ablutions.

No one expects a five-star hotel experience as a house guest but there are some necessities when entertaining in my experience: A relaxed host, a clean home, good uncomplicated food, and a lovely table which can go a long way towards balancing out any shortcomings in your grasp of the culinary arts.