Brunch has become more than a meal; it’s a social event that brings groups of friends together to chat over some delicious food later in the day accompanied by a mimosa or other delicious beverage.
Brunch is a meal that is usually served after 11:00 a.m. and before 1:30 p.m., but some would regard brunch extending to before 4:00 p.m. as some cultures eat dinner later than others.
What Exactly Is Brunch?
The word brunch is the combination of the words breakfast and lunch, known as a portmanteau. It’s used to describe a meal that consists of traditional breakfast foods that are put together with foods more commonly associated with lunch. The term has actually been existence since the late 1800s in Britain.
In fact, brunch has become so popular that dishes have been created to be enjoyed during this particular mealtime. While brunch has become a mainstream meal fairly recently, it has actually been somewhat of a staple in England since the late 19th century. It was introduced into the United States around 1930 and has been a hit in many other countries since.
When Is Brunch Usually Enjoyed?
Technically, you can have brunch any day of the week, but it’s often reserved for the weekends. Since most people work during the week, you can sleep in a little bit and then meet up with some loved ones for brunch on the weekend.
Brunch will usually be served at restaurants during those standard brunch hours. Cocktails are usually enjoyed during brunch, especially mimosas or a bloody mary, but juice and coffee or tea are also served.
Foods Served At Brunch
A lot of breakfast dishes are available during brunch hours since it’s usually the first meal of the day and it’s still relatively early when you eat brunch. Various egg dishes, pancakes, and waffles are major components of brunch menus. Perhaps one of the most well-known brunch dishes is the eggs benedict.
There are also often pastries and savory pies such as quiches, as well as sandwiches. It’s definitely an indulgent meal that will typically help to tide you over until dinner.
Conclusion
While brunch food can be enjoyed whenever the time for brunch is generally between the late morning and early afternoon. It’s considered as much of a social experience as it is a meal, and it’s the perfect way to unwind with some indulgent food after a hectic workweek.
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