Seattle Brunch at Home: Iconic Café Dishes You Can Make in Your Own Kitchen & Modern Meals Book

Seattle doesn’t “do breakfast” the way most places do. Here, brunch is a whole mood—coffeehouse warmth on a gray morning, a plate that’s equal parts comfort and craft, and those bright little finishing touches (lemon, dill, capers, quick pickles, peppery greens) that make rich food feel balanced instead of heavy.Seattle Brunch is your at-home pass to that Emerald City experience—without the waitlist, without the parking hunt, and without the $18 toast. Inside you’ll find 60 recipes across 12 chapters, built for real kitchens and real schedules: clear steps, practical ingredients, and smart make-ahead options so your weekend feels relaxed, not frantic.What you’ll cook insideCoffeehouse mornings: lattes, parfaits, overnight oats, and bakery-style comfort that pairs perfectly with your first mug.Benedicts & brunch classics: a foolproof blender hollandaise plus Seattle-style variations that feel restaurant-level.Griddle favorites: tall buttermilk pancakes, lemon-ricotta stacks, crisp waffles, cornmeal griddle cakes, and French toast that tastes like it came off a café menu.Bagels, bakes & pastry-case treats: everything bagels, savory scones, blueberry muffins with lemon sugar tops, and more—perfect for hosting or meal prep.PNW eggs & skillets: soft scrambles, veggie-loaded hashes, baked egg dishes, and omelets that actually fold like they’re supposed to.Coastal brunch: smoked salmon, crab, salmon cakes, and cozy chowder comfort (because Seattle weather makes soup feel right any time).Toasts & boards: avocado builds, ricotta-and-honey toast, tomato jam melts, mushroom toast—easy plates that look as good as they taste.Market bowls & lighter plates: grain bowls, fruit-forward sides, high-protein café bowls, and bright salads that keep you energized, not sleepy.Diner comforts & café sandwiches: melty breakfast sandwiches, wraps, and grilled classics that taste like a neighborhood counter spot.Brunch sides & prep essentials: quick pickled onions, lemony greens, garlic mushrooms, crispy café potatoes—your “secret weapons” for leveling up any brunch.Perfect for…Weekend hosts who want a spread that feels special (without cooking all morning)Busy households that still want “brunch vibes” on a weekdayCoffee lovers who want the food to match the cupAnyone who’s ever wished they could recreate a favorite café order at homeWhether you’re setting a board on the table for friends, building a solo brunch plate in your pajamas, or stocking your fridge with make-ahead components for the week ahead, Seattle Brunch brings you the flavors, textures, and cozy ritual that make the city’s mornings unforgettable.Books you might like (and why):If you love the bakery-counter magic in this book, you’ll also enjoy The Bagel Bible: 50 Authentic Recipes for Classic and Creative Bagels from a New York Baker (for deep bagel technique and variations) and Sweet Mix Magic: Desserts in a Jar: Homemade Treats & Gifting Recipes from Your Pantry (for clever treats and giftable sweets that pair perfectly with brunch). If your heart leans nostalgic, When Money Was Tight: Old-Fashioned Meals That Fed Whole Families delivers the same cozy comfort-food satisfaction. For retro fun that belongs at potlucks and holiday brunch tables, Wiggly Wonders: 60 Retro Jell-O Salads for Potlucks, Parties & Holiday Tables is pure throwback joy. And if you’re the type who loves handmade comfort, Wrapped in Flavor: The Art & Science of Ravioli scratches that “craft cooking” itch in the best way.