Bridal Shower Kitchen Theme

When you plan to host a kitchen themed bridal shower then ask each guest to bring a gift which is related to kitchenware and crockery.. Kitchen theme is one of the most popular bridal shower themes .You can also incorporate the gourmet theme or recipe theme with this theme and have a blast! This theme is ideal if the bride-to-be is interested in cooking or is a novice and wants to learn more.

There are various factors you need to consider while planning a kitchen themed bridal shower. These are as follows:

• Invitations - For a recipe theme, try the invitation wording in the form of a recipe. Ingredients - a couple / a bride, lots of friends / close friends and family, several gifts (for garnishing), theme to taste on February 12, 2012, at 4 pm at Carol's place." Mention dietary preferences of the guest of honor. For example, diabetic, vegetarian menu, etc. can be mentioned.

  Ask each guest to bring a specific recipe of their own so that you can make a recipe book and gift the bride-to-be. Mention it in the invitation. If the theme is gourmet, ask the guests to bring the necessary ingredients.

  Invitation cards could be shaped like a menu card or a chef hat as mentioned above. They can also take the shape of a kitchen appliance, which in itself declares the theme of the party.

• Decorations - Decorate the tables with checkered tablecloths as in a restaurant. Design the menu cards in the shape of a chef hat or an apron. Provide everybody with an apron and keep some fruit baskets on the table or in the corners of the room.

  You can also make the basket centerpieces using the herbs, spices and other ingredients necessary for cooking. Cookbooks can also contribute as a primary item in these decorations. Prepare a scrap book so that the guests can paste their respective recipe in that as soon as they arrive.

• Gifts - A recipe card and the utensils necessary for making that particular recipe can be an ideal gift for this shower. For instance, an egg beater, garlic press, lettuce spinner or a measuring cup and a set of various sized spoons, knives and forks make some appropriate gifts for the kitchen-themed bridal shower.

  Kitchen appliances make an ideal gifts for a kitchen-themed bridal shower. Or you can ask each guest to bring a specific recipe, which the bride is fond of. Collect all these recipes and arrange them in a scrapbook and present it to the bride as a cookbook. She will really appreciate the efforts and your thoughtfulness.

• Games - Arrange at least ten different spice bottles without labeling them. Make a list and keep it with you. Give a paper and a pencil to each guest and ask them to smell the spices and identify them. Ask them to make a list of the names. The one who guesses the most correct answers will be the winner.

  Or, you can prepare a sample quiz for each guest related to bride's preferences, this may include her favorite wine or favorite cookies etc. This is similar to the game 'who knows the bride best' or 'how well you know the bride!'

• Food suggestions - You can incorporate potluck in this theme. You just have to ask the guests to bring their best recipe with them. They can also write it on a paper and gift it to the bride. There will be variety of dishes which can become good conversation starters and icebreakers. Also, the bride will receive an array of new recipes which will be helpful for her future married life.

• Favors - The guests can copy the recipes they like from other guests, which will also act as a favor instead of any gift. Some eco-friendly gifts such as gift-baskets containing fresh colorful fruits, healthy nuts, herbs, seed bags etc., are excellent favors. Spice bottles can also act as favors.

  You can also hand out homemade cookies and candies as favors. These can also be called as 'feel good favors'. These are some of the ideas you can use while planning a kitchen themed bridal shower. Plan the bridal shower in advance so that you do not miss out on any details and to ensure everyone enjoys the party.