We have been fortunate to have made so many new friends in the short time we have been calling San Luis Obispo “home”.
A couple we had met shortly after arriving here last July ( it is really hard to believe we will soon be here one year) joined us for brunch this past Sunday.
We had met them at a social gathering and she and I immediately realized we shared a passion for all things food related…cooking, baking (her specialty), finding great restaurants, blogging, etc. She even hosted a food related radio show for many years here in SLO.
Sunday Brunch is one of my favorite ways to entertain because it is undeniably more relaxing for the guests as well as the host.
Many dishes and baked goods are easily prepared ahead, and lend themselves to being served buffet style, eliminating any last minute stoveside cooking frenzy.
The house was filled with sunlight, a gentle breeze entered through the open windows and doors leading to the deck where my flowers were providing a colorful display. (All that garden work does pay off)!
The best part is everyone is content to just linger at the table with more coffee and cake telling stories since the whole day lies ahead. A beautiful start to the week!
Here are the cast of characters for my Sunday Brunch…
Mimosas!
Chilled Gazpacho (a beautiful bouquet of roses from our guest’s garden)
Bagels
and Lox
Roasted Honey Smoked Salmon…(Costco!)
Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Onions, and Olives
And something sweet…The Best Coffee Cake. Ever.
French Pear Tart
Nancy Silverton’s Bran Muffins
