3 holiday brunch menus to mix and match
By Adell Shneer and The Canadian Living Test Kitchen
Choose a brunch menu that works for you from our refreshing Romaine Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette, to the Smoked Trout and Shallot Quiche, to our delectable Chorizo Hash with Fried Eggs and more.
Menu
- Sausage Wontons
- Zesty Pepper Roll-Ups
- Roasted Carrot Dip
- Peppered Pork Crostini
- Asparagus Frittata Bites
- Pear and Brie Triangles
- Quicky Quesadillas
- Smoked Salmon Baguette Slices
- Shrimp Phyllo Nests
- Chicken Mango Skewers
Suggested Recipes
- Oyster Mushrooms and Peppers
- Grilled Tofu and Vegetable Antipasto
- Beer-Battered Corn Dogs
- Daniel's Favourite Pot Stickers
- Pork and Shiitake Lettuce Wraps
- Morel, Calvados and Cream Sauce
- Lightened-Up Lemon Drop Cheesecake
- Sauteed Fiddlehead and Mushroom Gnocchi
- Fish Fillets With Chinese Sweet-and-Sour Sauce
- Slow Cooker Sweet and Hot Sausage Chili
Special occasion
Apple Cinnamon Strata
Photography by Jodi Pudge
Hosting an elegant brunch for friends and family this holiday season is as easy as one-two-three with this fun and flavourful brunch menu. With this selection of three unique drinks, salads and entrees you can mix and match the perfect holiday brunch to suit your tastes.
Recipes
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Bay Breeze Cocktail -
Bloody Mary
Fill highball glass with ice; set aside. Fill martini shaker with ice. Add tomato juice, vodka, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice... -
Vodka Fizz
Fill highball glass with ice; set aside. In microwaveable measuring cup, microwave lemon juice, lime juice and sugar on high for ... -
Exotic Tropical Fruit Salad
This exotic fruit salad is a bit of an indulgence to treat friends and family. -
Romaine Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Toss this lemony salad with croutons, cucumbers or shaved fennel – or whatever crunchy additions you like. -
Grapefruit and Fennel Salad
For added flair, sprinkle this refreshing citrus salad with flaky sea salt and toasted pecan halves. -
Goat Cheese Spelt Biscuits
Goat cheese adds a little tang to these rustic biscuits. They can be partnered with sweet toppings, such as jam or honey, as well as savoury main dish... -
Apple Cinnamon Strata
A cross between a main dish and dessert, this sumptuous strata is a great attraction on any buffet table. -
Chorizo Hash with Fried Eggs
For hearty appetites, you can double up on the eggs. -
Smoked Trout and Shallot Quiche
Mild and rich smoked trout is special enough for a festive brunch tart.






