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March 23, 2012 By 3 Comments

Buffet Brunch at Muse

Muse at The Corcoran Gallery of Art

Muse is the inspiration for my latest brunch craze. Served on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month, from 11 am-2 pm, guests are invited to try a true market brunch for $25 made by Chef Todd Gray. With a menu that is everchanging, all I can assure you about your visit is that you won’t be disappointed. On my visit the roasted applewood bacon, egg casserole and Muse style eggs Florentine fulfilled my brunch cravings. With a buffet (*typically I cringe when using that word, but this buffet is not like the cold, rubbery ones your used to), lined with a fresh, seasonal variety, you can have your pick of the litter. Make a day of it: Guests that brunch at Muse get $5 off the full admission to the Corcoran Gallery of Art.

Graffiato

Serving up breakfast pizzas, spaghetti carbonara and cinnamon knots with nutella under one roof on Saturday’s and Sundays from 12 pm-3 pm. The Bloody Sparkling (*Blood orange puree & prosecco) and Bloody Mary (*olive & mozzarella) add to the mix of breakfast cocktails.

Vinoteca

The last time I visited Vinoteca was probably when it first started its brunch. My how things have changed. The menu has evolved into a more filling selection (*I remember feeling kind of hungry after my first experience there…) and the bottomless mimosa’s for $10 are a steal. Saturday and Sunday brunch are from 11 am-3 pm.

The Lincoln

All you can eat eggs and waffles for $29. People are flocking over for the weekend deal and the $6 make your own Bloody Mary’s. Sunday brunch is from 11 am-4 pm.

The Hamilton

Though not as often as it should be, The Hamilton gospel brunch is from 12:30 pm-2 pm ($25) on a varying schedule. It does not occur every week so you have to catch it when you can like this weekend, March 25, 2012, Jacques Johnson will perform a 60 minute set while patrons brunch on the selections of the week.

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Recipe of the Week: Quinoa for Breakfast

June 2, 2011 By Leave a Comment

 

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1 cup quinoa (*cook according to package directions)

½ cup green peas (*Frozen)

½ cup red onions (diced)

Salt & Pepper (*to taste)

2 tbsp. Red Wine Vinegar

1 egg

Olive Oil

Hollandaise Sauce (*for garnish) (*Packet can be found at your local grocery store or you can make from scratch using this recipe here)

Cook quinoa according to package directions. In a small skillet, add in about 1 tbsp. olive oil and sauté red onions over medium heat until softened; remove from heat. Heat green peas according to package directions. Cook hollandaise sauce according to package directions or use recipe here. In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, peas, onions, salt, pepper and red wine vinegar; combine by folding ingredients into bowl. In a small skillet, add about 1 tbsp. olive oil and add in egg; cook on both sides for 1-2 minutes (*to make overhard). Spoon about 3-4 tbsp. of quinoa mixture on plate; top with egg and hollandaise and serve.

*Johnna’s tip: I have a new obsession with quinoa. With that being said, it’s no surprise that I am trying to come up with every way to jazz up the grainy substance. On this particular day, I had a craving for breakfast and quinoa. My fave breakfast food is eggs florentine so I thought I would marry the two and here we have egg topped quinoa with hollandaise. Not totally outside the box, but it hit the spot and took 10 minutes.

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Easter Brunch Shortlist

April 22, 2011 By Leave a Comment

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Bombay Club-  Bottomless Champagne Brunch for $35

Taberna del Alabardero- Easter Brunch for $39 and $19 for Children under 12

Odyssey Cruises- Easter Bunny cameo, live entertainment and a buffet style brunch for $69.90 and $34.95 for Children ages 3-11

Seasons 52- Easter Brunch for $100 including champagne and mimosas

The Mason Inn- Unlimited brunch for $39.95 and $14.95 for children under 12

Zaytinya-  Greek Easter menu for $99 (*for 2 people).  Assorted lamb dishes make up most of the brunch menu.

Ardeo+Bardeo- Bottomless champagne/mimosa brunch for $49

Addie’s-  A la carte Easter Brunch menu with menu items ranging in price from $12-$19

Blue Duck Tavern- Seasonal brunch menu for $90, $45 for Children between 6-12

Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar- Easter Empanadas for $20.  The Empanada de Choclo en Cazuela features slow braised pulled lamb shoulder, Alfonso olives, capers, fresh corn casserole pie and is served with a Piquillo pepper salad.

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Top Five: "Two for Brunch, Please." (DC)

March 3, 2010 By 4 Comments

Brunch. The time of day where breakfast and lunch compromise on the weekends. We love it and wake up eager for some poached eggs on any given Saturday. A few years ago, it was a little hard to find a good brunch menu or two, now there are multiple places to get some eggs in your drunken system. After a night on the town, brunch can become a mandatory task and knowing where to go should be listed right beside your emergency phone numbers. For the Top Five this week we focus on five of the newest brunches in the District. Check it:

1. Kellari Taverna (Mediterranean)- If you’re looking for feta or pita with your eggs, this is the stop.

2. Acadiana (Southern Comfort)- When you order from their prix-fixe menu, you can get unlimited Bloody Marys or mimosas for 25 Cents. More info here.

3. Againn (British Isles)- The new brunch menu reflects the cuisine of the British Isles with dishes such as House-made Cranberry and Cornmeal Scones and English Style Breakfast served with two fried eggs, baked beans, marinated tomato, bacon and bangers.

4. Birch & Barley (American)- Yum to Fried Chicken and Waffles and Whiskey-Vanilla French toast w/ caramelized apples and whipped cream. Also, there are bites to share: fried donuts, sticky buns w/ brown sugar toffee and banana coffee cake. Hearty breakfast that ranges in price from $5 to $16.

5. Restaurant Ris (Classic American)- Think of this as the basics spot. All your grounds are covered whether you’re in the mood for: french toast, eggs benedict or chicken fried skirt steak. Brunch runs on Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 3 pm.

Please feel free to print this and post on the fridge. From all the Artini’s and cocktails at Yelp Drink Week, you may need it.

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Recipe: Spinach Omelet

August 19, 2009 By Leave a Comment

2 eggs

1 cup baby spinach leaves (torn in half)

1 1/2 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 tsp. onion powder

1/8 tsp. garlic powder

1/8 garlic (minced)

salt (to taste)

pepper (to taste)

1 tbsp. butter (for coating pan)

In a bowl, beat the eggs, and stir in the baby spinach and Parmesan cheese. Season with onion powder, garlic powder, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. In a skillet coated with butter over medium heat, cook the egg mixture about 3 minutes, until partially set. Flip with a spatula, and continue cooking 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat to low, and continue cooking 2 to 3 minutes. Serve.

*Johnna’s tip: We have not made breakfast in forever and a day so it’s time for us to give up the Starbucks fix and start cooking in our own kitchen in the mornings. Omelets are such an enticing way to start the morning, they give you the boast of energy and filling that you need throughout the day. In combination with spinach, you can’t lose. We suggest pairing with some fresh fruit and tall glass of OJ (*Translation: orange juice:-).

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