: a meal usually taken late in the morning that combines a late breakfast and an early lunch
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Lightweight and breathable, linen is perfect for hot days at the park or beach, but this pair is polished enough for weekend brunch or a backyard cookout.
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Jacquelyn McGilvray, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
Shangri-La is launching brunch as of May 17.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2026
Expect full-service brunch on the weekends, plus space for private events.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026
Guests can also choose from Mexican coffee and micheladas on the brunch menu.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 May 2026
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Jacquelyn McGilvray, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
Shangri-La is launching brunch as of May 17.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2026
Expect full-service brunch on the weekends, plus space for private events.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026
Guests can also choose from Mexican coffee and micheladas on the brunch menu.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 May 2026
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“Brunch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/brunch. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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brunch
noun
: a late breakfast, an early lunch, or a combination of the two
Etymology
breakfast and lunch
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