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    What to Serve at Your Royal Wedding Party

    By Ava Feuer, REDBOOK

    If you're one of the wedding diehards who's going to have friend over at 4 a.m. to watch the festivities live, here are some breakfast ideas perfect for an early morning gathering.


    Cranberry and Pumpkin-Seed Scones
    It wouldn't be a British experience without what is perhaps our friends across the pond's greatest culinary gift to us: tea and scones. This delicious cranberry and pumpkin version packs extra-savory flavor.


    Caramel Pecan Sticky Buns
    Indulge your sugar craving bright and early with these warm, cinnamon-infused sticky buns. Let's just call it our way of wishing the bride and groom a sweet union.


    Curried Egg Salad
    Infuse the usual egg salad with cucumbers, apricot preserves and a dash of curry. Add whole grain bread, slice off the crusts, and cut into triangles for oh-so-British tea sandwiches.

    Related: 19 Ways to Pump Up a Party

    For those gathering to watch the ceremony later in the day (thank you, DVR), consider these evening-appropriate options.


    Sautéed Shrimp Cocktail
    Up the usual shrimp cocktail up a notch by seasoning and cooking the shrimp. Serve alongside a dipping sauce of mustard, mayo, turmeric, and maple syrup.


    Prosciutto-Wrapped Parmesan-Pecan Dates
    Combine the sweet and salty with this finger-food. Dates, pecans and thinly sliced prosciutto get better with every bite.

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