European breakfast & brunch recipes

Pancakes From Across the Pond

Well, we’re on a roll with our breakfast theme this month and these pancakes DO get rolled. Yes, this is the way that my British grandmother served…

Marinated London Broil

This classic recipe for London Broil is marinated in wine and vinegar which makes it extra tender. If you really want to make it authentic try…

Cream Scones

This is the best basic scone recipe I've ever used. It was given to me by my pastry instructor, Chef James Foran. It is very adaptable. You can add…

Burek with meat

Simple and satisfying breakfast or lunch.

Breakfast smoothie

A great way to start your day! Make it non-dairy by changing to soya yogurt and soya/oat/rice milk.

Autumn fruit compote

Tasty, easy to make and bursting with the mellow flavours of autumn

English Muffins

Homemake your own and serve with butter and jam, or make Eggs Benedict. These muffins easily freeze.

Spinach and cheddar quiche

I had a leftover pie crust from a custard peach pie, and leftover heavy cream from a Russian cream dessert. I also had some spinach on hand so I…

Swedish Pancakes

This is my mom's recipe and my all time favorite breakfast!

French Toast Bread Pudding

Sunny Side Toast

Also referred to as eggs in a basket, this traditional English recipe is a great way to start the morning.

What's for breakfast? Homemade brioche and cappuccino!

I love these! Brioche is a soft and fragrant buttery bread. It is a bit like a sweet bread but a bit more…

French Toast

Frittata With Tomato, Onion, And Basil

Apple Pancakes