The word ‘brunch’ was first coined in the 1890s in an article for the London publication, Hunter’s Weekly, and by the mid-20th century was commonly used in both Britain and America to describe a breakfast-lunch meal enjoyed at weekends. Brunch was traditionally eaten on a Sunday when more time could be taken over the food and little treats could be savoured. As the decades passed, brunch only became more popular. Nowadays it’s something we go out for rather than cooking at home, and is often enjoyed with friends or used as a boost on the morning after a night out. So what is it about brunch that has made it such an enduring trend?
Two meals in one
As the word suggests, brunch combines breakfast and lunch into a single meal, enabling you to enjoy whatever food takes your fancy once you’re at the table. Brunch is usually eaten a little too late for breakfast and a little too early for lunch – so a stack of pancakes topped with fruit and syrup is just as acceptable as a plate of seabass kedgeree. It can also be indulgent or healthy thanks to the range of menu options, meaning it caters to a variety of tastes and dietary needs.
Social experience
If you’ve ever searched ‘brunch place near me’ for an impromptu date with friends, it’s usually because you’re looking for a relaxed and social experience. Brunch is a great opportunity to start your Sunday off slowly, enjoying a good catch up over a variety of tasty dishes. There’s no pressure to get home to do chores or cook a roast, meaning you can take your time to enjoy the food and the company.
Cocktails are acceptable
Alcohol is generally frowned upon as an accompaniment to breakfast unless you’re sipping Champagne or Prosecco on a special occasion. A mimosa with brunch, however, is considered perfectly acceptable, enabling you to combine hearty food with a tipple and great company. For many, this is the perfect way to indulge – and by enjoying a drink or two earlier in the day, there’s little risk of a hangover when you have to get up for work on Monday morning.
Shareable
Brunch platters often look appetising, adding to their ‘Instagrammable’ appeal. Search ‘#brunch’ on Instagram or Pinterest and you’ll be presented with millions of posts displaying pictures of mouthwatering dishes, as well as photos of menus and videos showing syrup being poured onto pancakes or the yolks spilling out of beautifully poached eggs. All this contributes to the brunch culture, inspiring others to head out to Wembley Park food places, for example, to enjoy the fare.
If you’re looking for brunch places to eat near Wembley, why not book a table at Studio Five restaurant? Our varied menu puts a contemporary twist on classic dishes, spicing up your weekend whether you have a sweet tooth or prefer savoury treats. We serve brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am – 1pm – get in touch with us today to reserve your table.
