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Eggs-actly what we need: tips for Easter 2021
Posted by Claire Boote, on March 29, 2021.
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For the second year in a row, we must celebrate Easter under circumstances we can’t yet describe as “normal”. Yes, the road out of lockdown is slowly unfurling (at time of writing), but while many visitor attractions are closed and limits on socialising remain, we face another low-key bank holiday.
However, there are many reasons to be cheerful. You can invite another household or host up to five other people in your private garden; you could rent a self-catering cottage for a short getaway; or you can simply enjoy staying at home with copious amounts of chocolate eggs! Here are some tips to help you have eggs-actly (sorry) the Easter you need right now.
No limits on chocolate
The simplest (and best?) way to enjoy Easter is to indulge in all things chocolate! Chocolate isn’t illegal under lockdown and social distancing means you can probably keep more of it for yourself. Today’s Easter egg offerings have come a long way from the ubiquitous Cadbury’s Cream Egg, with everyone from independent stores to supermarkets stocking delicious fairtrade, vegan, artisan and handcrafted eggs.
Drool over The Independent’s choice of best luxury Easter eggs including flavours such as prosecco or honeycomb from Rococo and Selfridges. Allergy sufferers need not miss out – the Telegraph have taste-tested the best supermarket Easter eggs that are either vegan, gluten-free or dairy-free. For the little ones, check out Mother & Baby’s pick of the best vegan Easter eggs for children.
And if you find yourself with any leftover chocolate (no, we don’t understand how either), then BBC Good Food has plenty of recipe ideas for further chocolate treats.
(Low-key) Garden parties are back!
From 29th March, we’re allowed to welcome another household or up to five other people into our garden – a great excuse for a mini garden party! We still need to keep everyone safe so let guests know how it will work beforehand, then no-one will inadvertently make anyone feel awkward. Guests could bring their own food and drink while you provide (recyclable) plates and cups to keep sharing off-limits. Everyone will be so pleased to simply enjoy a drink with friends or family in the sunshine that no-one will think you’re being a killjoy.
There are no limits on how you wish to dress-up your garden (and you may have some sterling work from the past year ready and waiting to be shown-off) – but you can complement the beautiful flowers with stylish and useful accessories for a social gathering. Outdoor cushions (for comfort), awnings and gazebos (for the mixed weather), and fire-pits and lighting (for when the evening closes in) are all worth considering – have a watch of ITV This Morning’s pick of garden party essentials. These tips in the Guardian from last summer are still a useful reminder on how to create a socially-distanced garden party.
The Great Escape
Those of you entering a second week of school Easter holidays from 12th April, are allowed to stay away from home in self-catered accommodation. Demand for cottages in the UK’s tourist hotspots has been exceptionally high so if you haven’t booked already, you may be disappointed. But as plans change, it’s always worth a quick look in case of last-minute cancellations.
If you are booked and ready to go, remember that social distancing and all other safety measures remain in place – it’s sometimes easy to forget when you’re experiencing the thrill of being somewhere that isn’t your own home. If you have any suspected Covid symptoms, please cancel and stay home. It may be worth being extra vigilant in the days leading up to your break and even getting you and your family tested before you leave. We love visiting holiday destinations, but those holiday destinations won’t love you if you bring the Covid virus with you.
It’s probably been a while since you’ve been a tourist but get yourself excited with a pre-visit browse of Visit Britain’s handy guides to some of the country’s most loved coastal destinations, national parks, and historic towns and cities. When you’re there, support small independent shops, eateries and attractions where you can – they really do need everyone’s help after the year we’ve had.
Whatever you do this Easter, have a cracking time! (Sorry. Again.)
