Easter Delights: Recipes Your Household Staff Can Perfect for the Holidays

    Easter in London calls for celebration—whether it’s a quiet family brunch in Mayfair or a countryside gathering beyond the M25. The right menu can turn a good holiday into a great one, and with the right staff, it’s effortless. At Marshall Harber, we place exceptional household talent in discerning London homes, ready to bring your Easter vision to life. Here are three recipes your housekeeper, butler, or chef can master, blending tradition with a touch of luxury.

    1. Spring Herb-Crusted Lamb Rack
    * Why It Fits: A tender, flavourful centrepiece for Easter Sunday, perfect for impressing guests.
    * Ingredients: Rack of lamb (8 ribs), rosemary, thyme, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper.
    * Method: Rub lamb with minced herbs, garlic, and oil. Roast at 200°C for 25-30 minutes (medium). Rest, slice, serve with mint sauce.
    * Staff Tip: Your butler can time it to arrive hot as guests sit, showcasing precision.

    2. Lemon & Elderflower Hot Cross Bun Pudding
    * Why It Fits: A twist on the classic bun, ideal for brunch or dessert—light yet indulgent.
    * Ingredients: 6 hot cross buns, 300ml cream, 2 eggs, elderflower cordial, lemon zest, sugar.
    * Method: Slice buns, layer in a dish. Whisk cream, eggs, 2 tbsp cordial, zest, and 50g sugar. Pour over, bake at 180°C for 30 minutes until golden.
    * Staff Tip: A housekeeper can prep this ahead, leaving you free to mingle.

    3. Asparagus & Poached Egg Tartlets
    * Why It Fits: A fresh, elegant starter or light bite, celebrating spring produce.
    * Ingredients: Puff pastry, asparagus spears, eggs, crème fraîche, parmesan.
    * Method: Cut pastry into squares, bake at 200°C for 10 minutes. Top with crème fraîche, steamed asparagus, and a poached egg. Sprinkle parmesan.
    * Staff Tip: Your chef can plate these with flair, delighting guests.

    Why Staff Make the Difference
    These dishes shine brightest with skilled hands behind them. A vetted housekeeper from Marshall Harber can whip up the pudding while your chauffeur runs last-minute errands. A butler ensures the lamb hits the table piping hot. A chef crafts tartlets that steal the show. Easter hosting becomes a breeze when your team knows its craft—and discretion keeps the focus on the meal, not the prep.
    Try these recipes this April, and see why London’s finest homes trust us. Need staff to bring your Easter to life? Contact Marshall Harber for tailored talent.