Make Some Time for Breakfast in Bed

The Provisions

Here's everything you and your significant other need for a relaxing breakfast in bed:

• Beverages: Make a pot of tea or brew fresh coffee right there in the bedroom with a French press (shown right; Shin Bistro French press by Bodum, $30, amazon.com). Hint: Coarsely ground beans will produce the most flavorful coffee. Have cream and sugar and a pitcher of juice close by to refresh your cups easily.
• Food: Prepare Spiced Bran Muffins and Citrus Salad with Honey and Mint (see The Recipes), which are far simpler to make than omelets or pancakes and equally delicious.
• Throw blanket: Top your bedspread with a cover.
• Trays: Serve the meal on a stylish and handy bed tray, and set extra drinks or food on a side tray table (shown; CB2 Formosa tray table, $50, cb2.com). Place skid-resistant shelf liner on both to minimize the chance of spills.