Ahh brunch! That lovely meal that combines delectable flavors with delightful company, often enjoyed in a warm late morning sun. Whether you’re preparing brunch for yourself, friends, or family, elevating your ingredients can enlighten your experience in ways you’ve only imagined. Perhaps you’re preparing a Mother’s Day celebration, or a spring get together with the girls? Whatever the occasion, start with a few key ingredients from Petrossian and you’ll find that brunch just may become your new favorite meal.
The Brunch Basics
Brunch usually consists of a combination of options ranging from eggs and bagels to smoked salmon, fruit, and even crêpes or pancakes, or perhaps you’re putting together a brunch board to share with friends. Starting with quality ingredients makes all the difference in the flavors and tastes you’ll experience so we’ve put together a short shopping list to help you along.
Produce Ideas
Fresh berries are always best, as the flavors in most types of berries can change dramatically over time with storage. We recommend finding seasonal options that match your local growing seasons whenever possible. Farmer’s Markets and locally grown produce offer richer flavors and more health benefits than commercially grown alternatives in many cases.
When you can’t get fresh locally grown berries, check your gourmet grocery store to see what they’ve been able to bring in from outside of your region. The fresher, the better because that means less time in storage and transport. Early season strawberries and raspberries are great for spring, and as the season moves on, blueberries, blackberries, and boysenberries often become available as well.
In addition to berries, fresh veggies are also a great addition to brunch. Crisp lettuce, leafy kale, radishes, and cucumbers also make a great base for topping when combined with caviar, smoked salmon, and crème fraîche.
Protein Options
In a world focused on clean, healthy eating, protein is a key part of any meal and especially so in brunch. While some people prefer eggs on their own, others opt for egg-free options or eggs of another variety entirely. When it comes to different proteins, always choose quality over quantity and pair accordingly.
Petrossian’s smoked salmon variations pair well with both eggs and caviar, and can add a silky smoky flavor to any brunch dish. After nearly 100 years of preparing smoked salmon, we know exactly when the fish has reached peak flavor. The result of our family method is a fresh, fragrant salmon, sliced into delicate ribbons that vanish at parties and other gatherings. We promise you'll never go back to ordinary smoked salmon after you've tasted our best.
Smoked Salmon Varieties
Classic: Tsar-Cut or sliced, Petrossian’s smoked salmon is second to none. The Tsar-Cut option is the loin of the fish that was traditionally reserved for Tsars, hence the name. Pre-sliced options are available in both Classic which is available in 7 oz and 1.1 lb sizes, as well as in a Grand Sliced option that is a hefty 2 lb cut, excellent for a larger gathering or that smoked salmon lover in your life!
Flavored: Petrossian offers two flavored options of smoked salmon. Our Dill-Marinated variation is a brunch favorite. It's gently cold-smoked using our unique family method, then marinated with dill and pepper for a flavored taste that's both deep and bright, along with a satiny texture you won't find with other smoked fish. Our Black-Sea Spiced salmon is marinated in a potent blend of spices using a 100-year-old Petrossian family recipe. It's then cold-smoked at a snail's pace to preserve the complex flavors and enhance its silky texture. Either - or both - are a wonderful choice for a flavorful brunch.
Unique: When you’re looking for something completely different, we recommend our Souhoï Style Tsar-Cut® Smoked Salmon. Smoked, smoked, and then smoked again, the unique texture toes the line between juicy fish and a jerky exterior. We’ve hand-trimmed the plumpest cuts and salted them to perfection. This has imbued the salmon with a robust, dark smoke that is sure to provoke the senses. Excellent when topped with sunny-side-up eggs with a slightly runny yolk and a dollop of Daruenki Caviar.
Any of our smoked salmon options are a wonderful addition to your brunch menu. They pair well with bagels, on top of sliced crisp vegetables, or alongside fresh fruit and hard boiled eggs. Add a tin of Petrossian’s Royal Kaluga Huso Caviar to the platter for a buttery pop of brine in every bite!
Eggs & Eggs
Brunch wouldn’t be complete with eggs, and of course, eggs - caviar that is! Farm fresh eggs are always a favorite, and can be prepared any way you choose. Whipped with feta crumbled on top, poached with hollandaise sauce and served with smoked salmon and caviar, hard boiled and sliced alongside a fruit and nuts platter - the possibilities are endless! Even waffles, crepes, and pancakes take on a whole new flavor profile when paired with Petrossian ingredients that come together for a memorable brunch.
From brunch boards to gourmet egg ideas, Petrossian has everything you need to make it magical. You may contact our caviarologists® at 1-800-828-9241 for personalized recommendations for your next gathering. We’re here to assist you in selecting the finest ingredients for your gourmet culinary experience!