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A Vibrant Brunch to Kick Off Vacation

Bid friends bon voyage at a festive seasonal brunch brimming with celebratory sippers, revitalizing dishes, and an air of anticipation to kick off vacation.
Jubilant Journey 


Host a morning meetup for cherished travel companions before they set off for a special vacation, their bags packed and burdens left behind. Greet guests with a lovely breakfast spread at a table cloaked in a soft blue appliquéd cloth that instills a serene tone hinting at the relaxed time to come.

Mirroring the budding excitement throughout the room, lively color punctuates a subdued backdrop with blooms bursting from assorted vessels and gracing artful china patterns. Salad plates bearing a radiant indigo tie-dye motif and handblown glassware with a seafoam finish call to mind a coastal setting, while natural accents like rattan place mats, linen napkins with wood bead rings, and woven serveware offer a nod to tropical climes.
Pre-Flight Delights

Raise a toast to the jovial days ahead with a twist on a classic Bellini that swaps peaches for nectarines and sweetens the bubbly with grenadine and a homemade basil syrup.

Smoked Salmon Frittata (left), Heirloom Tomato and Herb Tart (right)

Both herbaceous and creamy, a Smoked Salmon Frittata pairs perfectly with a delicious Heirloom Tomato and Herb Tart topped with garlicky cheese.

Showcasing the beauty of fresh summer produce, a Zesty Mango Salad boasts a flavorful mix of sweet and savory plus a bit of heat.

Fruit & Nut Granola Bars, packaged to take on the go, make for a satisfying snack to hold travelers over until their first meal in paradise.

Photography by William Dickey
Styling by Mary Beth Jones
Recipe Development by Tricia Manzanero
Food Styling by Kathleen Kanen


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