A lunch with nowhere else to be

Good bread, a shared table, and an afternoon left mostly open.

Keep the invitation clear

Let people know the time and the kind of meal you have in mind. Ask about anything they need you to consider.

Choose an easy pace

Prepare what you can in advance, using suitable storage and handling guidance. Leave enough room to sit down with everyone.

Let the next plan be optional

A walk or another cup of coffee can be a possibility rather than part of the schedule. See how the afternoon feels.