How to Throw an Easter Party

The Easter Bunny will be on his way soon, so you'd better get hopping on those party plans! We at Talk Magazine have devised a fail-proof "How To" guide to help you throw the furriest, eggiest, most Easter-ish Party possible. We give you the plan so all you have to do is hide the candy-filled eggs. Happy hunting!

Monday, 2 April: Place food orders at the beginning of the week before you forget. An Easter picnic spread would be ideal for the warm weather and it’s not too hard to arrange: We like the Raw Power salad from Kush, the macaroni and cheese from Fields, Easter-themed cupcakes from Sweet Ever After and lemonade from Amelia’s. Alternatively, book a table at one of the many restaurants in town doing a special Easter Brunch (see page 36).

Tuesday, 3 April: Go candy shopping. The best place for novel Easter candy is at your local City Shop (Web: www.cityshop.com.cn), which offers a wide variety of chocolate Easter eggs, colourful jellybeans and marshmallow goodies. While you’re there, also remember to pick up a carton of raw eggs for the traditional egg-painting arts and crafts!

 
Wednesday, 4 April: Visit the party supply store. You’ll need colourful tableware, party hats, balloons, egg dye and baskets for Sunday’s big event. Ruby’s Party in the Gubei area (333 Hongmei Lu. Tel: 6401 6323. Web: www.rubyparty.com) has everything you’ll need in its one-stop shop.

 
Saturday, 7 April: Buy flowers. Nothing says ‘Easter’ quite like a fresh spring bouquet. Rose Gallica on Ferguson Lane (376 Wukang Lu, near Tai’an Lu. Tel: 2821 2241. Web: www.rosegallica.com) offers a gorgeous selection of the most vibrant colours around.

 
Sunday, 8 April: Decorate the house and hide the eggs! Today’s the big day, but you’ve already done all the hard stuff! Enjoy your time with family and friends by having fun!