HOW TO BRUNCH

As this is the most laidback meal there is, there are no rules. But a few pointers might help make yours even more chilled, so here you go:

Don’t even think of doing anything else: brunch is long and leisurely and will easily expand to fill the entire day.

Ask your guests to bring something: extra pastries, smoked salmon, juice and coffee will always be demolished.

Have a few post-brunch activities up your sleeve. A gentle stroll around your neighbourhood or a rowdy karaoke session are good options.

Hold your brunch late-morning on a Sunday to give you time to prepare and the hungover, time for a lie-in.

Have a pile of Sunday papers for those who aren’t feeling chatty.

Start a brunch club and take it in turns to host. Although this could add a certain competitive element…