The Brunch List ELEVATED MORNINGS AROUND THE WORLD
By Sofia Lust
Brunch is more than a trend— it’ s a way of reclaiming the morning. It’ s the pause in a fast-paced world, where breakfast meets lunch and time finally slows down. It’ s a ritual for people who believe mornings deserve flavor, style and a little more room to breathe.
Here are seven places that do it right. They mix exceptional menus with spaces that make you want to linger— because brunch should never feel rushed.
Le Grand Brunch – Ritz Paris, France This is brunch at its most iconic. Sundays at the Ritz mean a spread that celebrates French culinary craft. Expect oysters on ice, lobster, foie gras and an array of cheeses worth lingering over. The dessert station is just as impressive: mille-feuille, glossy fruit tarts and madeleines that disappear faster than they’ re plated. The setting makes it unforgettable— crystal chandeliers, mirrored walls and a pianist playing softly in the background. If you’ re going to do brunch in Paris, this is where you do it.
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The Belvedere – The Peninsula Beverly Hills, U. S. Brunch at The Belvedere is all about California elegance. Bright, airy interiors, crisp white linens and a polished service.
The menu focuses on balance and quality: lemon ricotta pancakes, crab Benedict with a light hollandaise and the McCarthy Salad— an enduring classic for a reason. It’ s simple, fresh and beautifully presented. Add a glass of Champagne and you’ re exactly where you should be.
JW Kitchen
JW Kitchen – JW Marriott Marina, Dubai, UAE JW Kitchen in Dubai does brunch big. Think variety on a global scale: Middle Eastern mezze, Japanese sushi, Indian curries and a dessert section that looks like its own boutique patisserie.
Everything is prepared with attention to detail, from the perfect spice blends to the precise presentation. It’ s a place for people who want choice without compromising quality— and it delivers.
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