Wake Me Up When Brunch Is Ready

Tumble out of bed for this gorgeous collection of 90 delectable brunch recipes—from perfectly poached eggs to pancakes made with passion—that will have you craving brunch flavors all day long.

Brunch, that leisurely excuse to gather with friends and sip something bubbly, has been around for decades, yet it’s often considered best reserved for restaurants. With Wake Me Up When Brunch Is Ready, the team behind Mildred's Temple Kitchen—Toronto's most famous brunch spot for over 30 years—invite you to bring the magic of brunch home.

Throughout these pages you’ll find a generous collection of crowd-pleasing recipes to share with family and friends, including beloved classics for sweet and savory favorites, and new dishes designed to expand and refresh any brunch repertoire.

• WAKIE WAKIE: Delicious drinks to start the day, like a Brewtiful Buzz Coffee Smoothie or a Mango, Coconut & Lime Lassi.
• FULLY BAKED: Roll up your sleeves and let the flour fly, with baked goods like Mildred’s Famous Lemon Currant Scones or Miso-Brown Butter Banana Bread.
• BE A GOOD EGG: The backbone of brunch! Mastering perfect eggs comes with practice, and with a few helpful tips, you'll get cracking with recipes like Nduja Crumpet Soldiers & Dippy Eggs, Chili Fried Rice Omelet, or a Hole in One Bagel.
• NOBODY STACKS UP TO YOU: Thick or thin, fluffy or flat, there’s beauty in every pancake. Mildred’s is best known for their Wild Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes, and now you can make them anytime! If savory is your thing, try the Pulled Pork Pancakes with Spicy Maple Syrup.
• THE GANG'S ALL HERE: Entertaining for a bigger group can be easy, with recipes like Smoked Salmon, Pea & Ricotta Torta or The Giant Sausage Roll.

With playful writing, stunning photography, and gorgeous illustrations, Wake Me Up When Brunch Is Ready is a cookbook you’ll linger over, just as you do when you’re enjoying the perfect brunch. Whether you’re celebrating something big or nothing at all, with these recipes, you’ll find happiness in the making and joy in the serving.

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