Indulgence is embedded within the concept of brunch. Equal parts meal and ritual, it is reserved for weekends and thrives in Sunday’s drowsy stillness. Recommended ingredients include thick newspapers, French linen napkins, fresh fruit, intriguing cheeses, dark chocolate, and conversation made all the more sparkling by a splash of champagne, or something a bit stronger. Utensils are entirely optional.

"First we eat, then we do everything else." - M.F.K. Fisher

Hello, Sunshine

Citrus makes everything pop. Brunch calls for a certain intensity of sensation, so instead of settling for typical OJ, seek out blood oranges. These exotic cousins of navel oranges tend to be smaller and sweeter, with fewer seeds and a hint of raspberry. Use fresh-squeezed blood orange juice for a more interesting mimosa, or try pairing it with ginger ale and a splash of vodka.

Drink Your Greens

Who said decadence isn’t good for you? For a brunch-worthy smoothie, assemble a couple handfuls of spinach, a cucumber, a pitted and peeled avocado, and two peeled frozen bananas: extra credit if they’re still green, which makes them rich in complex carbs and vitamin B6. Add the juice of one lime and a cup of almond milk, and then blend until smooth.