Galentine’s Day Brunch Perfect Table Hosting Ideas

What is Galentine’s Day?

Leslie Knope is a character from the television series *Parks and Recreation*, known for her enthusiasm and dedication to her community and friends. She is the creator of Galentine’s Day, an unofficial holiday celebrated on February 13th that honors female friendships.

It’s a time to appreciate and uplift the incredible women in your life.

What is a Galentine’s Day Brunch?

A Galentine’s Day Brunch involves gathering with female friends to share a meal and express gratitude for each other’s support and camaraderie.

And what better way to celebrate this special occasion than with a stress-free Galentine’s Day brunch?

Vintage by Design

Let’s explore several ideas for a fun and memorable Galentine’s Day brunch.

1. Galentine’s Brunch Invite:
   Send out invitations to your favorite guest list that reflect the vintage theme. Use delicate floral patterns, vintage fonts, and pastel colors to set the tone for the event. Consider including a small handwritten note to make each invitation feel personal and special.
2. Venue and Decor:
   Choose a venue that complements the vintage theme. An outdoor garden, a cozy tearoom, or a charming vintage-inspired café would be perfect. Decorate the space with lace tablecloths, vintage china, and floral arrangements in teacups or antique vases. Add some soft lighting with vintage-style lamps or candles to create a warm and inviting ambiance. Shop your local thrift shops for nostalgic vintage dishware.
3. Galentine’s Day Brunch Delicious Food Ideas:
   Prepare a delicious and indulgent brunch menu for your Galentine’s Day celebration. Offer a variety of options to cater to different tastes and dietary preferences. Create a menu that reflects the vintage era. Serve traditional brunch items such as quiches, finger sandwiches, scones, and tea cakes. (You may enjoy this 12 Table Topics with Thrifted Tea and Toast Fanfare post.) Offer a variety of teas, including classic English breakfast tea and floral-infused herbal teas. For sweet treats, include a dessert table with vintage-inspired treats like macarons, petit fours, and homemade pies. Some other menu ideas include:

• Build-Your-Own Waffle Bar: Provide freshly made waffles and an array of toppings like berries, whipped cream, chocolate sauce, and sprinkles.
• Mimosa or Bellini Bar: Set up a bar with different flavors of juices and sparkling wine for your girlfriends to mix their own mimosas or bellinis.
• Bagel and Lox Spread: Create a beautiful spread of bagels, smoked salmon, cream cheese, and assorted toppings like capers, onions, and tomatoes.
• Mini Quiches or Frittatas: Serve bite-sized quiches or frittatas with various fillings like spinach, mushrooms, cheese, and bacon.
• Fresh Fruit Salad: Offer a refreshing fruit salad with various colorful fruits. You can also make fruit skewers for a fun presentation.

4. Gift Exchange: Organize a small gift exchange among friends as a special touch. Encourage guests to bring a small vintage-inspired gift for each other, such as a vintage brooch, a retro handbag, or a personalized vintage-style journal. This will add a heartfelt and personal element to your celebration.

The most important aspect of a Galentines brunch is celebrating and appreciating the friendships that bring joy and support into our lives.

A vintage theme adds a touch of whimsy and elegance to the occasion, making it a memorable and cherished experience for everyone involved.

So gather your gal pals, put on your vintage best, and enjoy a delightful Galentine’s Day brunch that is vintage by design.

Vintage Galentine’s Day Brunch Dishes

What are some budget-friendly Galentine’s day decorating ideas?

Thrifted vintage dinnerware adds a touch of nostalgia and uniqueness to your dining experience.

Each piece tells a story and brings a sense of history to your table.

So, start your hunt for thrifted vintage dinnerware and enjoy the beauty and charm it brings to your meals and gatherings.

Here are some tips and an easy way to find and incorporate thrifted vintage dinnerware into your table setting:

1. Thrift Stores and Flea Markets: Start your hunt for vintage dinnerware at local thrift stores and flea markets. These places often have hidden gems waiting to be discovered. Take your time to browse through the shelves and racks, keeping an eye out for vintage plates, bowls, cups, and saucers. Don’t be afraid to mix and match different patterns and styles to create a visually interesting and eclectic collection.
2. Estate Sales and Garage Sales: Keep an eye on estate sales and garage sales in your area. These events can be a treasure trove for vintage dinnerware. Estate sales, in particular, may have complete sets of vintage china that belonged to previous generations. Be prepared to negotiate prices and ask about the history of the dinnerware if possible.
3. Online Marketplaces: If you prefer shopping from the comfort of your home, online marketplaces like eBay, Etsy, and Facebook Marketplace offer a wide variety of thrifted vintage dinnerware options. You can search for specific patterns or styles that you’re interested in and even connect with sellers who specialize in vintage dinnerware. Make sure to carefully read the descriptions, look at photos, and ask any questions before making a purchase. Learn more in the How to Shop For Vintage Decor Online post.
4. Mix and Match: One of the charms of thrifted vintage dinnerware is the ability to mix and match different patterns and styles. Don’t be afraid to combine floral patterns with delicate pastels or bold geometric designs. The key is to find a common element, such as a color scheme or a similar era, to create a cohesive look—experiment with layering different plates and using mismatched cups and saucers for a whimsical and personalized table setting.

Last spring, I picked up this vintage Desert Rose dinnerware set at a local thrift shop. Classic in its design and nostalgia and oh-so-pretty in pink, it is my choice for this year’s Galentine’s Day brunch table setting.

Once you have collected your thrifted vintage dinnerware, it’s time to showcase them in a beautiful table setting.

Pair the dinner plates with vintage-inspired linen napkins, antique flatware, and crystal glasses for an elegant and timeless look.

Add fresh flowers or vintage-inspired floral arrangements as a centerpiece to enhance the vintage vibe.

Consider using vintage tablecloths or lace doilies as a backdrop for your Galentine’s Day brunch table setting.

Pink Glasses and Green Flutes

I’m pairing my vintage Desert Rose china with these pink glasses accented with my favorite green flutes on a cake stand topped off with a glass cloche.

The soft pink placemats with white thrifted vintage linen napkins elevate the Desert Rose china pattern yet serve as essentials for our Galentine’s Day brunch table.

Simple candlelight adds warmth to our table on this cold February holiday celebration.

Whether it’s Galentines or Valentine’s Day that you are celebrating, candles are a must, in my opinion.

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Galentine’s Day Brunch Centerpiece

Galentine’s Day is a special day to celebrate the love and friendship between women.

If you’re planning a brunch for your gal pals on this fun occasion, creating a festive and fabulous centerpiece can set the mood for a memorable gathering.

I decided to embrace the light mauve-colored dried hydrangeas I had harbored since fall. See more in the Summer into Fall: Limelight Hydrangeas, An Old Crate & Fresh Blooms post.

I chose this sizeable thrifted silver vase as the centerpiece vessel, a piece I found this time last year.

See more in the Valentines Aesthetic: Thrifting and Vintage Finds post.

The faded pink hydrangeas are a beautiful, easy finishing touch for our Galentine’s Day brunch tablescape.

It saved me a few dollars, no water was needed, and I could display this arrangement far past our Galentine’s Day brunch.

This Galentine’s Day brunch centerpiece is now ready to impress the gals and sets the stage for a joyful celebration.

The combination of faded pink hydrangeas and decorative accents creates a delightful and feminine atmosphere celebrating the bond of friendship.

Galentine’s Day Decor Accents

A flurry of hearts fluttered in, adds a personal and informal touch to our Galentine’s Day brunch table.

A velvet mauve pillow accentuates the wicker chairs surrounding our Galentine’s Day table.

Vintage blue ice skates hanging from the dining room’s door provides a touch of winter nostalgia for ice skating and bond fires from days gone by.

Galentine’s Day Brunch Best Friends

Remember, the most essential aspect of a Galentine’s Day brunch is the love and support among best friends.

Take this opportunity to express your gratitude and admiration for the incredible women in your life.

Celebrate the power of female friendship and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime.

See last year’s Valentine’s Day table in the Romantic Antique Table Setting with Thoughtful Design post.

Happy Galentine’s Day! I hope you have a great time!

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* The vintage blue ice skates are hard to find, but they do show up on Etsy and eBay every now and then! Patience and persistence are key…