Peachy Picks Peacock Alley at The Waldorf Astoria
If your breakfast, lunch or brunch yesterday did not look this fabulous, we have one thing to say to you.
It is because you did not go to Peacock Alley at The Waldorf Astoria!
In our previous 66 recommendations in Peachy's Picks, every one of them has been for dinner and as a rule, we only do dinner.
Peacock Alley is the one exception; Bryan Woody, you were right.
If the Waldorf Astoria is good enough for the President to stay when he (or she in the future) comes to town, we decided it is good enough to break the rules of Whom You Know.
Boasting over 130 items, this total extravaganza has everything your little heart would ever desire right down to lovely caviar, which was exquisite. We're going to let you look at the pictures for a moment and think to yourself, if this is not where you are going for your Sunday brunch, why not?
What did Peachy like the most? Well you can see it on the plates...the fruit was amazing, the omelette station was spectacular, the seafood was out of this world. Peachy adored the green beans. The salmon in every flavor was out of this world. The bagels were good. The deviled eggs with caviar were lovely. Both the coffee and the cappuccino were energizingly delightful. The mimosa was made with orange juice and cava, and we know the Waldorf makes their own label of cava (not champagne; we distinguish as we are champagne purists here at Whom You Know) and was great....actually the only thing they did NOT have as far as we can see it was The Peachy Deegan, but perhaps that can be item number #131 someday. Our esteemed panelist adds:
We recently had the great pleasure of eating brunch at the Waldorf Astoria's Peacock Alley restaurant. This storied establishment hosts an amazing smorgasbord of assorted delicacies for brunch served with ample Mimosas. The service was flawless and very efficient. The dining area was most charming and relaxing. We sampled various petite salads, smoked salmon, an egg casserole, fresh sushi rolls, vegetables and even a few miniature desserts. We highly recommend the brunch at Peacock Alley, esp. for a romantic date or special occasion/celebration.
Peacock Alley Sunday Brunch 2011
STATIONS AND DISPLAYS
Crepe Station
Fresh Fruits, Nutella and Sugar
Omelet & Benedict Station
Assorted Meats & Cheeses, Vegetables
Pork Loin, Filet Mignon and Hollandaise
Chocolate Fondue Fountain
More Than a Dozen Assorted Dipping Delectables
Raw Bar
Littleneck Clams, Lobster Tails, East and West Coast Oysters,
Poached Shrimp, Sushi, and Alaskan King Crab Legs
Slow Roasted Leg of Lamb Carving
White Bean Cassoulet
Traditional Beef Wellington Carving
MEATS AND FISHES
Smoked Fish Display
Traditional, Vodka Dill, Pastrami Spiced, Tequila Cilantro,
And Bourbon Pepper Smoked Salmon, and Smoked White Fish
Caviar Display
Variety of Caviar Selections & Traditional Accompaniments
Breakfast Protein Selections
Applewood Smoked Bacon, Pork & Chicken Sausages
Charcuterie Display
Pickled Vegetables, Dijon & Whole Grain Mustards
French Cut Chicken Breast
Brussel Sprouts and Natural Jus
Grilled Salmon
Roasted Fennel, Wild Arugula, and Fennel Fondue
Zuppa de Pesce
Weekly Selection of the Freshest Seafood in Authentic Italian Presentation
Gourmet Quiche Lorraine
SALADS AND PASTAS
Chef’s Selection of Salads
Variety of Dressings, Grilled Vegetables
Orrechiette Pasta Salad
Potato Salad
Capers, Cornichons, and Hard Cooked Egg
Waldorf Salad
Black Truffle Vinaigrette
Marinated Cherry Tomato and Buffalo Mozzarella
Antipasto
Chef’s Selection of Soup
New England Clam Chowder and other Local Favorites
SIDES AND EXTRAS
Haricots Verts
Mashed Potatoes
Berry Parfait
Whole Seasonal Fruits
Pancakes with Seasonal Berry Compote
French Toast with Caramelized Apples
Imported and Domestic Artisanal Cheeses
DESSERTS
Croissant Bread Pudding
Crème Anglaise, Fresh Whipped Cream
Fresh Fruit Display
Seasonal Fresh Fruit
Breakfast Pastries and Yogurts
Crepe Station
House made Churros
Chef’s Bountiful Selection of Cookies, Pies, and Pastries
Waldorf Astoria’s Original Red Velvet Cake
Peachy Picks Peacock Alley at The Waldorf Astoria!
Peacock Alley is Highly Recommended by Whom You Know.
And if you are another restaurant in Manhattan that wants us to review your brunch, we will do it when the President stays with you, too!
