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THE BRUNCH BUNCH Three neighborhoods, three takes on everyone's favorite meal

By missy wilkinson | Photos by leslie gamboni

B runch's palate-tingling combination of sweet and savory flavors, cocktails, and convivial vibes are all reasons why the hybrid meal has taken off in recent years. But according to Joey Worley, director of food and beverage at the Windsor Court Hotel, brunch is popular because it’s the ultimate indulgence. "If you're going to brunch, it

Brunch fit for a king or queen in the CBD

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THE GRILL ROOM AT WINDSOR COURT

300 Gravier St.

Old World aesthetics meet Cajun-Creole cuisine at the Windsor Court's Grill Room, where lush flower arrangements, marble floors, and museum-caliber 17th-century art contribute to the opulent feel. And if luxurious surroundings don't make diners feel like royalty, a fully customizable brunch menu does. You won't find rigid, fixed-price offerings here. A range of small, large, and shared plates, all heavy on the local seafood and produce, allows diners to pick and choose what they want — and wash it all down with strawberry mimosas with their choice of Champagne. Live music by the Christopher Kohl trio and a "bubble bay" with eight Bellini varieties (mango, black current, and orange, to name a few) keep the mood convivial.

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ADORE • SPRING 2018