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Summer 2021 Brunch Trends

July 1, 2021

With summer in full swing, brunching on the weekends has become a staple in most of our weekend plans. While many tend to lean towards testing out the new cafe down the street, there are some other options to consider. Opt to host your brunch plans this weekend! Not only will you maybe save some money, but you will also have control over the cocktail menu as well as what food you eat! From Honey-Nut Cheerio Turnovers to Breakfast Pizza, there are endless new and trendy brunch ideas that could be done from the comfort of your own home.

Keep reading for some boozy brunch ideas as well as some small twists to incorporate into your weekend plans.

Cocktail competition

Include some friendly competition within the get-together! Give everyone a chance to make their cocktail of choice, however, try to encourage them to keep it within the brunch genre. Once everyone has brought out their concoction, have a scoreboard handy and then rate each beverage after tasting it! This is a great way to get everyone involved in the menu and adds a twist to your normal drink options. Hey! You could even find something you never knew you enjoyed before.

Brunch Board

We’ve all heard of, or even created our own, charcuterie board. However, the limit should not stop with just cheese and crackers (even though there are some extreme benefits from cheese.) This is the perfect way you can get creative with the food you are planning to serve. If you plan to lean heavier towards sweet breakfast food, utilize the board for an assortment of french toast, fruit and syrup. You easily add in some pancakes and a bowl of whip cream to top off your plate. On the other hand, you can opt for a more savory approach as well. Scrambled eggs, toast and some avocado will do the trick!

Wellness shots

Stay healthy! Incorporate some positive vibes into your day. A wellness shot can boost you and your loved one’s immune system, improve gut health, and prepare you for any exercise you have throughout the day. Prepare a tray of concentrated doses of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals and dish them out as the guests arrive. DIY wellness shots are very easy to create from your kitchen as well!

Start with 3 stalks of celery, a granny smith apple, a lemon slice, a 2-inch piece of ginger root, and some cayenne pepper. There you have it, all you need for the perfect start to your meal! Juice your ingredients up, and top with a shake of the cayenne pepper, place on a tray and you’ve taken your brunch to the next level.

Brunch is so much more than just a late breakfast between friends. You have so much room for creativity and to create something special. Comment below your favorite brunch activity – we’d love to hear from you!

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On Yesterday’s Tragedy

August 24, 2017

2 years ago, when 9 of my neighbors lost their lives at bible study, I was horrified that such hatred existed in the world. I was heartbroken, but was able to find reassurance at the same time by the response of the Charleston community. I didn’t know anyone who lost their life in that tragedy, so I was able to feel removed from it, to a certain extent.

Yesterday was different.

One of the things I love about my job is being able to meet members of the food & bev industry in Charleston and learning about what makes them tick. What their passions are. Why they love what they do. Every person is unique, and although I only interact with them for a short period of time, they leave an impact on me.

That’s why yesterday hit me so much harder.

I met Shane Whiddon last August while tasting the new breakfast menu at Virginia’s on King. When he came out to speak to me, I could tell he was the kind of person who was uncomfortable talking about himself; he was a bit reserved, but kind, friendly, and smiled throughout our entire 10-minute interaction. He got most animated when talking about his family, growing up eating fried chicken with his grandmother and how he wanted to be able to pass that tradition onto young sons. The breakfast menu at Virginia’s was very good, but what lingered on for me and what made an impression during my experience there was how passionate Shane was.

I don’t understand the kind of anger someone has to carry in their heart to take the life of someone else. It hurts me to my core.

Much like after the Charleston 9 tragedy, I take solace in the fact that the community of Charleston is close knit and treats each other like family. I’ve seen so many posts from different individuals and businesses that give me hope that love is much more prevalent than hate. There’s still a lot of hate: I’ve seen a lot of it today in comment threads, but I choose to think of those people as the exception, rather than the rule.

So rather than sink down into a negativity spiral, I’m going to post some messages from Charleston community that showcase what I love so much about this city and hope that we can heal together.

I don’t know when or if Virginia’s will open their doors again, but if they do, I will be there to order some of Chef Whiddon’s fried chicken and toast to his legacy.

He will be missed.