Christmas on the beach is the perfect opportunity to get back to nature and keep things on the simple side – leaving you to enjoy the surrounds and the opportunity to really connect with family and friends.
For Lee and Ella Raeburn, Christmas on the beach is something they and their whole family can enjoy. It’s a relaxed opportunity to enjoy a special day with special festive trimmings and minimal fuss.
It’s easy to make an extra special beach brunch with a little planning – and cheating! To avoid your picnic being invaded by sand, a table of sorts is a must – an old wooden board is easy to carry and creates a perfectly flat surface for setting up your feast.
Dress your beach picnic table in textures and tones that reflect the natural surrounds. Natural jute is perfect to use for napkins and as coasters while sprigs of dune flowers and little potted succulents are a cute and eco-friendly touch. Wooden cutlery is an essential (throw them in the fire if you have a beach bonfire later) and don’t forget easy-on-the-eye servingware in shades of the sea.
Savoury spoils that look and taste amazing and that can be prepared with minimal fuss ahead of time (and served cold) make sense for Christmas in the sun.
For something sweet, a beautiful berry pavlova is the perfect Christmas pudding and is so easy to assemble. Simply make (or buy) a pavlova and pop whipped cream and fresh berries in separate containers – your masterpiece will take a few minutes to assemble and will look amazing.
What would Christmas be without a signature cocktail? For a fresh and juicy summertime cocktail, combine elderflower cordial, club soda and plenty of fresh fruit. Or go without the soda and add prosecco or cava to the fresh fruit mix. Chop the fruit before you leave for the beach and don’t forget to save our seas – bamboo straws are a perfect sipping solution.
