Autumn Tablescapes and Menu Delights
Just as we love to celebrate the coming of spring with a garden party, a great way to celebrate the coming of autumn is with seasonal colors and flavors. Â In this article we will help you find the perfect balance between simplicity and elegance for all your autumn themed events, starting with table decor.
Let’s talk colors first.  Despite the dip in temperature, autumn is all about warm colors: orange, yellow, red, brown. Warm colored napkins, candles, pumpkins (various colors and sizes), and pinecones are a great starting point for preparing your autumn tablescape. Spread the pumpkins, pinecones and candles across the length of the table or place them on large wood coasters.  You can also add a floral arrangement in a low vase.  My personal favorites are a combination of yellow beech leaves, pale-pink and white dahlias, and gold spider mums or a mixture of pomegranates, red viburnum berries, ranunculus and a couple green leaves to balance out the warm colors.
Now onto the menu! Â Here’s a few popular autumn ingredients:
- Apples
- Cauliflower
- Squash
- Sweet Potato
- Figs
- Pears
- Kale
- Brussel sprouts
- Pumpkin
Some of these ingredients are wonderful on their own; some are even better when combined with protein. Â Below is sample menu we’ve created with one of our Greenvelope templates. Remember, no matter how your table decor or food turn out, the most important thing at the end of the day is that you and your guests enjoy each other’s company.
