#BrunchWeek is finally here! Welcome to the second annual BrunchWeek. I am so excited to have Susan of The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen as my co-host this year! Join us May 5th through 11th while we celebrate the deliciousness of brunch and to prepare for Mother’s Day and summer brunching season. We have 32 bloggers bringing you their best brunch game, from cocktails to eggs benedict to donuts, there is something for everything this week. Our amazing sponsors have donated some great prizes for a gigantic giveaway, please visit them all for more information.
Thank you so much to our wonderful sponsors for their generosity during Brunch Week. We have an incredible giveaway below and we’d love if you would take a moment to read about them all and what you can possibly win!
Prize #1:
Bob’s Red Mill is giving one lucky winner a variety of flours, baking mixes, grains, a cookbook, Bob’s Red Mill tote bag, whisk, spatula, scale and Bob’s Red Mill gift card.
About Bob’s Red Mill: Trust, honesty and integrity. The three principles their business is built on. Their packaging is a great example of this commitment: clear bags that let you see the high quality of every one of their products. By producing the very best in whole grain foods, they are able to fulfill their commitment to help look after more and more people through better nutrition.
Prize #2:
OXO is giving one lucky winner a prize pack containing the following OXO tools to host a successful brunch, Egg Beater, Flip & Fold Omelet Turner, 3-in-1 Egg Separator, Batter Dispenser, Mini Silicone Flexible Pancake Turner, Batter Bowl, Medium Silicone Spatula, 4 piece Mini Measuring Beaker Set, Muddler, Angled Measuring Jigger.
About OXO: OXO’s mission is dedicated to providing innovative consumer products that make everyday living easier.
Prize #3:
California Walnuts is giving one lucky winner a 14 cup Cuisinart Food Processor.
About California Walnuts: The California Walnut Board was established in 1948 to represent the walnut growers and handlers of California. The board is funded by mandatory assessment of the handers and the California Walnut Commission, established in 1987 is funded by mandatory assessments of the growers.
Prize#4:
Grimmway Farms is giving one lucky winner a 5-speed, 5 attachment Kitchenaid Immersion Blender. Perfect to chop and shred fresh carrots, whip up a smoothie or blend a carrot soup. Some fresh carrots will be included to practice with.
About Grimmway Farms: The story of Grimmway began in 1968, when brothers Rod and Bob Grimm set up a roadside produce stand and planted that would blossom into today’s Grimmway Farms. Grimmway has become one of the largest growers, producers and shippers of fresh and processed carrots in the world. They are the leading supplier of organic produce with 75+ organic product offerings.
Prize #5:
Baloian Farms is giving one lucky winner a Calphalon Unison Sear Nonstick 13” Wok, plus some fresh veggies to practice with.
About Baloian Farms: Since, 1917, Baloian Farms, a family operated business which includes 4 generations of Baloian leadership, has been growing premium fresh fruit and vegetables. Today, Baloian Farms has become one of the largest growers, producers and shippers of fresh bell peppers on the West coast.
Prize #6:
Woot Froot is giving one lucky winner a Nostalgia Electrics Margarita Maker. Perfect for brunch drinks or slushies during the summer. They will also be sending some freshly sliced, peaches and nectarines to practice with.
About Woot Froot: The story of Woot Froot begins 25 years ago, when owner Kim & Eric Gaarde began their careers in the peach and nectarine business working for farmers. They learned the business and were content, but one day a simple question changed it all. “Why isn’t anybody doing fresh-cut peaches and nectarines?” People told Kim it was impossible and she didn’t accept the answer, so she left her job and started her own R&D company to find out. After many years of research and, trial and error Woot Froot freshly cut peaches and nectarines were created!
Prize #7:
Dixie Crystals | Pure Cane Sugar is giving one lucky winner an assortment of sugar and a branded apron to wear while cooking their brunch week recipes.
About Dixie Crystals: Since 1917, Dixie Crystals® has been the South’s choice for high-quality sugar and sweeteners. Our pure cane sugar products are all natural, non-GMO and provide consistently delicious results.
Prize #8:
Whole Foods Orlando is giving two lucky winners gifts baskets.
– The first Morning Mimosa Basket contains: Authentic French Brioche, 365 Everyday Value™ Maple Syrup, 365 Everyday Value™ Organic Cinnamon, a Whisk. Allegro® Breakfast Blend Coffee, a bottle of Prosecco, 365 Everyday Value™ Orange Mango Juice. Whole Foods Market Champagne flutes (2). Micro Plane and a Medium Mixing Bowl.
– The second Breakfast-in-Bed Basket contains: 365 Everyday Value™ Whole Wheat Pastry Flour, 365 Everyday Value™ Pancake Mix, 365 Everyday Value™ Organic Fruit & Nut Granola, a French Press, Allegro® Breakfast Blend Coffee, Friordifrutta™ Wild Lingonberry & Rose Hip Fruit Spread, Allegro® Organic Breakfast Blend Tea, Allegro® Organic Northwest Minty Green Tea, Allegro® Coffee Cup, a Mixing Bowl and a Whisk.
Prize #9:
Bonne Maman is giving five lucky winners a jams and jellies prize pack.
About Bonne Maman: Bonne Maman Preserves and Jellies, produced in France, are all-natural, with no artificial coloring, no high fructose corn syrup or no preservatives added. Everything in Bonne Maman Preserves and Jellies could easily be found in your Grandmother’s kitchen cabinet.
Wait! There is still more to giveaway! Join us Thursday, May 8th from 7pm to 8pm EST for our twitter chat where you will have a chance to win 3 additional jam and jelly packs from Bonne Maman, 1 pack of premium Washington apples from Stemilt Growers and this gorgeous mandolin from Vidalia Onions.
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This giveaway is open to residents of the United States only, age 18 & older. The #Brunchweek 2014 giveaway runs from Monday, May 5, 2014 7:00a EDT through Saturday May 10, 2014 at 11:59p EDT. Winners will be randomly chosen and announced on May 11th. Winners will also be contacted by email and will have 48 hours to respond to the email. If a winner does not respond in that time a new winner will be chosen. For more information, see the full terms and conditions in the Rafflecopter widget.
The full list of #BrunchWeek Food Bloggers and their recipes will be updated below as the week progresses.
Brunch Beverages:
- Frozen Peach Bellini from Love and Confections
- Raspberry Tequila Sunrise from The Spiffy Cookie
- Mango Mimosa from My Catholic Kitchen
- Pineapple Peach Mimosa from Big Bear’s Wife
- Rosemary-Orange Mocktail from The Kitchen Prep
- Rhubarb-Fennel Pollen Fizz from Culinary Adventures with Camilla
- Bloody Mary with Everything Bagel Rim from Foxes Love Lemons
- White Wine Peach Cocktail with Honey Fig Syrup from Food Faith Fitness
- Raspberry-Mango Batido from Foxes Love Lemons
- Blackberry Mimosas from Quarter Life (Crisis) Cuisine
- Blueberry Bourbon Smash from The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen
- Key Lime Pie Smoothie from Chelsea’s Messy Apron
- Spicy Mocha from Cooking in Stilettos
- Mother’s Tea from The Vintage Cook
- Strawberry-Rhubarb Shrub from Healthy.Delicious.
- Smoky Chipotle Bloody Mary from Sarcastic Cooking
- Elderberry Whiskey Peach Smash from {i love} my disorganized life
- Moscato Mojitos from Real Housemoms
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Prosecco Mojito from Cooking in Stilettos
Brunch Egg Dishes:
- Caramelized Onion Tart from Hungry Couple
- Polenta Cakes with Crab & Eggs from Foxes Love Lemons
- Sausage, Spinach and Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole from Neighborfood
- Loaded Veggie Frittata with Sweet Potato and Hatch Chile from The Little Ferraro Kitchen
- Mexican Omelete with Plantain, Avocado and Mango Hash from Take A Bite Out of Boca
- Veggie and Scalloped Potato Frittata from Hip Foodie Mom
- Apple and Sweet Potato Egg Muffin Cups from Cupcakes & Kale Chips
- Frittata Muffins from Jane’s Adventures in Dinner
- Polenta Cake Eggs Benedict from The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen
- Skillet Frittata from Quarter Life (Crisis) Cuisine
- Spinach Bell Pepper Frittata from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Corn Souffle from Hungry Couple
- Croque Madame Muffins from Cooking in Stilettos
- Fajita Vegetable Quesadillas with Eggs and Avocado Hollandaise from Sarcastic Cooking
- Bacon, Cheddar, Zucchini Quiche from The Kitchen Prep
- Tortilla Espanola from Savvy Eats
- Sausage, Pepper and Caramelized Onion Quiche from Love and Confections
- Mexican Carrot Fritters with Bacon and Eggs from Food Faith Fitness
- Breakfast Casserole Stuffed Baby Bell Peppers from The Spiffy Cookie
- Duck Hash from The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen
- Cracked Crab Artichoke Benedict from Culinary Adventures with Camilla
- Pancetta and Veggie Breakfast Skillet from Eat Your Heart Out
- The Mess from Quarter Life (Crisis) Cuisine
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Crab Cake Eggs Benedict from Love and Confections
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Eggs Benedict from Big Bear’s Wife
Brunch Main Dishes:
- Muscat-Glazed Lamb Lollipops with Roasted Grapes from Culinary Adventures with Camilla
- Spinach & Mushroom Quiche from Real Housemoms
- Paleo & Chicken Waffles from Quarter Life (Crisis) Cuisine
- Oven-Fried Chicken and Biscuit Waffles from The Spiffy Cookie
- Quinoa Stuffed Peppers from Real Housemoms
- Crab Imperial Peppers from The Vintage Cook
- Spinach, Apple & Chicken Salad from White Lights on Wednesday
Brunch Breads, Grains and Pastries:
- Dutch Baby with Roasted Strawberries from The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen
- Strawberry Mascarpone Stuffed French Toast from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Strawberry Lemon Crepes from Food Faith Fitness
- Carrot Cake Steel Cut Oatmeal from It’s Yummi!
- Banana Bacon Pancakes from Eat Your Heart Out
- Raspberry Oatmeal Pancakes from Healthy.Delicious.
- Mexican Chocolate French Toast with Spiced Blackberry Syrup from Cooking in Stilettos
- Brown Butter Peanut Butter Doughnuts with Mixed Berry Jelly Icing from Sarcastic Cooking
- Baked Chocolate Hazelnut Donuts from {i love} My Disorganized Life
- Banana Coconut Milk Pancakes from Chocolate Moosey
- Pumpernickel Bagels from Jen’s Favorite Cookies
- Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal from Love and Confections
- Carrot Cake Baked Doughnuts from Chocolate Moosey
- Strawberry Skillet Sweet Rolls from Chelsea’s Messy Apron
- Blueberry Cornmeal Waffles from The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen
- Busy Bee’s Granola from Culinary Adventures with Camilla
- Chocolate Dipped Banana Hazelnut Pancake Kebabs from Food Faith Fitness
- Springtime Sweet Rolls from Eat Your Heart Out
- 10 Minute English Muffin Cream Cheese Danish from Neighborfood
- Lemon Poppyseed Scones from Real Housemoms
- Apple Croissants from Hip Foodie Mom
- Fig and Oatmeal Breakfast Bar from My Catholic Kitchen
- Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins from Jen’s Favorite Cookies
- Carrot Cake Muffins from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Lemon-Poppyseed Cornbread Mini Muffins from Foxes Love Lemons
- Chocolate-Chocolate Chip Cherry Muffins from Chocolate Moosey
- Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast Roll-Ups from Cupcake & Kale Chips
- Raisin Craisin Cinnamon Rolls from Big Bear’s Wife
- Chipotle Peach Cheese Danish from {I Love} My Disorganized Life
- Spring Vegetable Danish from Jane’s Adventures in Dinner
- French Toast Bake with Peaches and Almond Streusel from Food Faith Fitness
- Mini Carrot Cake Pancake Stacks from Neighborfood
- Carrot Cake Breakfast Cookies from The Spiffy Cookie
- Peanut Butter and Jelly Baked Oatmeal from Take A Bite Out of Boca
- Croque Madame Waffle from Hip Foodie Mom
- Vanilla Chai Quick Bread from Savvy Eats
- Blueberry Coffee Cake from My Catholic Kitchen
- DIY Instant Oatmeal Bar from The Kitchen Prep
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Individual bourbon Bacon Bread Pudding from The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen
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Maple Coconut Granola from That Skinny chick Can Bake
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Cheese Blintzes with Mixed Berries from It’s Yummi!
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Blueberry Scones from Roxana’s Home Baking
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Almond Cake from Real Housemoms
Brunch Fruit, Vegetables and Sides:
- Honeycrisp and & Carrot Waldorf from The Vintage Cook
- Hazelnut Crepes with Rum Peaches from Savvy Eats
- Cheese Fondue Two Ways from Take A Bite Out of Boca
- Glazed Carrots with Rosemary from {i love} my disorganized life
- Chantilly Strawberry Roses from The Vintage Cook
- Roasted Beet Salad with Pistachios and Blue Cheese from Healthy. Delicious.
- Caramelized Onion, Apple and Gruyere Bites from Take a Bite out of Boca
- Savory Truffles from Jane’s Adventures in Dinner
- Roasted Pepper and Ricotta-Stuffed Peppers from Culinary Adventures with Camilla
- Carrot and Apple Slaw from Real Housemoms
- Lemon Blueberry Parfait from Love and Confections
- Berry Mint Salad from Cooking In Stilettos
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Orzo Veggie Salad from Chelsea’s Messy Apron
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Balsamic Pear and Blue Cheese Bruschetta from White Lights on Wednesday
Brunch Desserts:
- Greek Yogurt Chocolate Cake from Roxana’s Home Baking
- Simple Oatmeal Cookie Jam Bars from Chelsea’s Messy Apron
- Gluten Free Chocolate Hazelnut Crumb Cake from Cupcakes & Kale Chips
- Brunch Bread Pudding from Jane’s Adventures in Dinner
- Orange Marmalade Pound Cake from Love and Confections
- Hazelnut-Blackberry Cottage Pudding from The Vintage Cook
- Surprise Inside Orange Pound Cake from Chelsea’s Messy Apron
- Strawberry Hazelnut Crumble with Coconut Whipped Cream from The Little Ferraro Kitchen
- Corn Fritter Shortcakes with Maple Whipped Cream from The Spiffy Cookie
- Key Lime Cheesecake with a Hazelnut Crust from It’s Yummi
- Sacher Torte from Roxana’s Home Baking
- Chocolate Hazelnut Linzer Cookies from Hungry Couple
- Lemon Curd Mousse Sugar Cookie Cups from Chelsea’s Messy Apron
- Cinnamon Coffee Cake from Jen’s Favorite Cookies
- Fennel-Kissed Lemon Tart with Salted Hazelnut Crust from Culinary Adventures with Camilla
Disclaimer:
California Walnuts, Bob’s Red Mill, Oxo, Dixie Crystals, Whole Foods Market Doctor Phillips, Grimmway Farms, Woot Froot, Vidalia Onion, Baloian Farms, Stemilt and Bonne Maman are providing the prizes free of charge. I have received product related to these brands to use for #Brunchweek. All opinions stated are my own.
Until next time,
LOVE & CONFECTIONS!
Favorite brunch food is quiche! (although its good for other meals too!)
Always a favorite!
Brunch is such a lovely meal. My favorite brunch food is Belgian waffles with fruit and whipped cream. Brunch seems like a great excuse to indulge in such a dessert-like dish!
Cinnamon rolls are the best for brunch
bisquits and gravy so yummy
You and Susan did a phenomenal job! Thanks for all your work on #BrunchWeek.
Yay! So excited my name was picked! I responded to the email but haven't heard back, just want to be sure you got it 🙂