Brunch

The Best of Breakfast and Lunch Combined

Brunch is a combination of breakfast and lunch. It is served in the later morning through the traditional lunch hour, usually between the hours of 10:30 am and 2:00 pm.

It incorporates foods from both meals and is usually a heartier meal than a traditional breakfast.

A wide variety of foods can be served including eggs, breakfast casseroles, quiche, muffins, pastries, drinks and more. It is meant as a laid back meal that offers a little bit of everything.

Some feel this is a meal for those who cannot make up their minds as to whether breakfast or lunch would taste better or only for those who woke up too late for breakfast.

While this may be true in some cases, many see it is a chance to get together, eat, and linger awhile longer than you normally would for breakfast.

The social aspects include being able to get friends and family over to visit, where many may not want to come for a late dinner, due to busy schedules, work, and other family obligations.

It can be served by the hostess or can be potluck. Either way it can make a great meal.

Menus and Ideas

Get started by taking a look at these menus and see if you get any ideas. Each menu has a shopping list and ideas for decorating the table.

Traditional Menu with Waffles
Holiday Menu 1
Holiday Menu 2
Mother's Day Menu 1
Mother's Day Menu 2
A Tea Party

Party Planning Tips and Ideas

Recipes - Individual recipes to mix and match.

Menus - How to put together a great menu with a combination of sweet and savory flavors.

Menu Ideas - Ideas to get your creative juices in gear and make the party your own.

Party Planning Tips - Find helpful ideas for menus, buffets, serving, decorating, and entertaining guests.