What Time Is Brunch?
I'm thinking about having a early afternoon reception for my wedding (from 12-3). There's a great brunch menu at a venue but I'm nervous that the guest will think "WTF? Bacon and eggs at a wedding?"
What are the hours that it is acceptable to serve brunch?
Thanks.
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21 Comments:
I typically think of brunch out as being from 11-2. If you are having a brunch reception, and state that, then your guests should not be surprised.
Of course, I remember when "brunch" meant bloody marys at noon (hair of the dog), then bottomless mimosas, segueing neatly into screwdrivers by 5 pm. So it's all relative.
hungryinhouston at 11:06PM on 01/23/09
ok I think of it as 10 ish a combo lunch and breakfast. 10 -12 is what I always thought. I am often wrong so take it with a grain of salt. :)
love2cook at 11:10PM on 01/23/09
Late morning to before dinner is breakfast/lunch, so anytime between say 10 and 2 should work.
PerkyMac at 11:17PM on 01/23/09
I say brunch can be served from 11-3, which is often when it is served in restaurants. That would work perfectly for your wedding!
izzy's mama at 11:29PM on 01/23/09
Come on Houston! We're going to brunch!
But I agree, the timing is right, and if you let it be known that that's the menu it will all be fine. Besides, I'm sure it won't be scrambled eggs or breakfast tacos right? It will be a nice menu. It sounds great and it is All About You that day!
carolrsfMISSESTEXAS at 11:59PM on 01/23/09
Girl... that sounds awesome! How unique to do a brunch...hope all your dreams come true!
calliope at 12:06AM on 01/24/09
A brunch menu sounds better than the rubber chicken/roast beast usually offered. And I'm certain your facility will be able to help you find some tasty breakfast beers. @caroltexas, isn't there a groom to be thought of somewhere in there? Congratulations!
beersnob at 1:24AM on 01/24/09
@beersnob ~ yeah yeah yeah, you must be a boy. She gets the day, he gets the night. ; )
carolrsfMISSESTEXAS at 1:51AM on 01/24/09
@ carol, having worked at establishments that have hosted receptions I'll say this, the day goes smoother for everyone if it's about them, not one or the other. Yes, there are, although rare, groomzillas too. What night brings is none of my damn business, although with a brunchtime reception I suspect the afternoon will be of interest to both.
beersnob at 4:06AM on 01/24/09
I like the liquid menu. sign me up!
huneybumper at 8:38AM on 01/24/09
I agree with 11-3 and just to ease you in your decision I would prefer a brunch service (with plenty of bloody marys) any time of the day, month or year over typical reception eats!
bessfour at 9:11AM on 01/24/09
Usually whenever I get up and breakfast is over. However when I got married we did a brunch the day after the wedding we started at 11:30. Everyone had plenty of time to get their hair done and pose for pretty pictures. All well rested and calm. So many parties I sometimes wonder how I lived through it all. My wedding to Mr Tomato was a luncheon we had at 1:00 pm. Draw your own conclusions. By the time the after the wedding party was over at 2 am I was so tired my tiara was yawning.
JerzeeTomato at 9:31AM on 01/24/09
I did this! We had a Sunday morning wedding with a brunch afterward. It was a buffet with an omelet station, breakfast foods, eggs benedict, etc., but also carving stations with meat and potatoes for lunch people. It went over very well. We also had a big dessert buffet instead of wedding cake, and that went over very well, too.
We did this on purpose-- most of our guests were traveling in from out of town, so we had a big barbecue on Saturday where we got to spend time with our guests, and then the wedding was Sunday, reception over by 3 so people had time to get home. It worked out really well! Feel free to email me (orangemiles at gmail dot com) for more details.
orangemiles at 10:18AM on 01/24/09
@orangemiles~the bf's sister had a dessert buffet instead of the cake also. it was great. i would rather have fresh fruit and assorted cookies and such to dip into different toppings than a pc of cake. i thought it was very clever.
dearrie at 11:09AM on 01/24/09
11-3 seems right to me too. This whole concept is a complete winner as far as I'm concerned and the dessert bar sounds a great deal better than the haggard old cake game. Yes, there can be a mini-cake for the face rubbing and leftover tier for the 1st anniversary but bring on the variety!!! The best part of this whole idea is that things are winding down early enough that the bride and groom have time to enjoy one another in the evening. This whole concept has to be more affordable in the long run too. This should be the new manditory wedding routine. Great idea! I'd agree that until this becomes the norm, it might be a good idea to be specific about your plans in the invitation stage so no one is caught by surprise and heading to the In and Out at dusk... ;~))
czken at 5:35PM on 01/24/09
In NYC brunch is anytime between 10am and late afternoon. Some places serve until 3pm or 4pm. A brunch reception sounds awesome, just make sure you have something more "lunch"-ish for some folks as orangemiles did.
kathryn at 6:22PM on 01/24/09
Provided the menu doesn't look like Golden Corral (your bacon and egg reference), a brunch wedding reception is a wonderful idea! Who wouldn't feel completely luxurious having Eggs Benedict, Smoked Salmon, Belgian Waffles and French Toast after a wedding? Mimosas... Bloody Marys.... And a dessert bar! Mmmmm. Where's my invite? :D
As far as the time, I usually think of brunch being served between 11-3 but 12-3 will work after your wedding. Any way you can link us to the menu or rattle off a couple of the choices?
Good luck on your impending nuptials. :D
(PS - Dude...I once went to a wedding where turkey, stuffing and sweet potatoes were served...three weeks prior to T-Giving! A brunch would have been welcome that day...)
therealchiffonade at 7:54PM on 01/24/09
My reception was a champagne brunch at noon we had a string quartet, very nice. all done by 4. Oh yeah 25 short years ago........
joanpieroni2 at 9:08PM on 01/24/09
12-3 seems a bit late to me....I would make sure to include some non traditional items for the people that already ate breakfast. That could be a cold soup, tea sandwhiches, or something to that effect.
mhurst826 at 9:11PM on 01/24/09
Because of my work schedule, I often throw 'brunches' in lieu of dinner parties. I do them more as an 'open house' and start at about 11:00 and end them about 3:00. That way it works for most people's schedules, they have a great time and I have plenty of time to 'socialise' with my friends. They often pitch in and help too. I would love a wedding like that. A good variety of foods and each person chooses exactly what they want. Yes, that's what I would choose for my next wedding...IF that ever happens.
Carolina de Witte at 10:38AM on 01/27/09
I think the timing sounds great, and I love the idea of a brunch wedding! So unique, and the food will be such a nice break from typical wedding fare. Best wishes to you!
CookiePie at 11:02AM on 01/27/09