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When it comes to summer brunches, one cannot go wrong with seasonal fruits as the focal point of the food and drinks menu. In fact, come summer, numerous bright, colourful and acidic fruits become available in abundance. Right from tangy oranges to watery watermelons to sweet mangoes, summers are all about this colourful vibrancy.
And the one meal which has the potential to thoroughly celebrate this fresh spread is a leisurely brunch that features a food and drink menu centred on the season’s sweet and rejuvenating bounty. A brunch menu curated using fresh fruits definitely feels fresh, delicious and effortlessly stylish.
Mango Margarita And Spicy Avocado Toast
Craft a pitcher of mango margarita to mark summer in earnest with the arrival of the alphonso variety. Make a thick purée and blend it with tequila blanco, triple sec and agave syrup to create a fruity margarita version.
Serve it in a glass with a chilli salt rim for a contrasting spicy touch. The fruity margarita can be paired with the creamy nuance of avocado slices layered on crispy pieces of toast, finished off with feta crumbles, chilli flakes and an olive oil drizzle. A perfectly light spread coupled with some quiche on the side, this pairing fits well into the summer weekend brunch theme.
Strawberry Mojito And Fresh Fruit Waffles
Nothing says spring and summer collapsing onto each other more than biting into a juicy, tangy pink strawberry. Harness these bright strawberry flavours into summertime cocktails by making a preserve or purée which can be added to a classic white rum mojito recipe. The sharpness of mint in the cocktail complements the fruity tang of the strawberries. Fresh fruit waffles, that is, waffles topped with assorted berries, yoghurt and a dollop of maple syrup elevate the fruity nuance of the cocktail even more, throwing off a bonafide summer vibe.
Pineapple Mimosa And Summer Berry Salad
When one thinks of a summertime brunch, fresh fruits take precedence in salad recipes. Prepare such a delicious and refreshing salad using grapes, strawberries, melon and mint, served with a side of cream or yoghurt. The dish will go well with a tropical mimosa variation, infused with the acidity and sweetness of pineapple juice. The golden hues of the champagne-based cocktail and the colourful touch of the light fruit salad will work together in ways that spell a relaxed summer brunch weather.
Watermelon Spritzer And Grilled Paneer And Pineapple Skewers
For those who prefer contrasting flavour combinations in their brunch game, the sweet and watery notes of a watermelon and gin spritzer are excellent accompaniments with spiced and smoky paneer and pineapple skewers. The spritzer becomes a fresh drink on a bright summer morning and the paneer chunks cut through its bubbly textures with a soft, creamy flush. Marinate the paneer and pineapple slices in a mixture of curd and assorted spices like red chilli powder, cumin and coriander powder and some turmeric too. Serve the skewers with a fresh mint chutney for a sharp, zingy and bright flavour effect.
Peach Bellini And Almond Tea Cake
This combination is as elegant as a summertime brunch can get. Craft a bellini using Italian liqueur and some peach purée and serve it in a chic champagne flute for that classic look. Pair the sweet and tart drink with an almond tea cake finished off with fresh berries and a fresh cream drizzle. The nuttiness of the cake contrasts the fruitiness of the cocktail to deliver a complex flavour combination. A slice of the tea cake layered with summer fruits like strawberries and kiwis coupled with the sparkly dazzle of the bellini makes for a very cleverly sophisticated pairing when you are hosting a subtle, elegant brunch affair.
