On Sunday, we enjoyed the most expensive brunch I’ve ever had.
We were originally going to hit up the Italian restaurant at Kiawah Island, but they were closed for a private event. So, back to The Sanctuary we went. The choices were the pool restaurant or Jasmine Porch. With my dad being vegan now, we decided to explore Jasmine Porch. There wasn’t much on the menu dad could eat, so he talked to one of the managers who said they’d take care of him. And they sure did! (see near the end of the post for his special vegan plates)
Just twist my arm to support the restaurant that works with local farmers!
The brunch includes a mimosa bar complete with orange juice, champagne, and fresh fruit.
I didn’t take photos of every single item on the brunch buffet, but here are some of the highlights…
{smoked salmon and caper frittata}
I started with a very small plate of breakfast items. I didn’t want to fill up!
Brunch is always better with an ice sculpture.
This was a playful version of shrimp and grits, which was my sister’s favorite.
An incredibly moist pork tenderloin was available at a carving station, along with peach BBQ sauce.
I enjoyed a plate full of the lunch-like dishes, the collards being one of my favorites, before hitting up the dessert table.
I loved the earthy display of the dessert bar.
{Mini coconut cakes}
{Individual bread pudding}
{Chocolate covered pretzels and a mini strawberry shortcake}
{(I believe) lemon merengue tarts}
Sis got a nice plate of sweets, including a slice of peach pie.
{My dessert plate}
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And now for the vegan plates!
Dad ended up speaking with the chef and mentioned loving lots of vegetables. The chef and staff took care of all of us at a level I’d relate to the Ritz – top-notch! Dad got to enjoy a few specially created vegan plates for his brunch.
They served a play on their chick pea salad with extra vegetables.
And this dish was super fun – quinoa with swiss chard, tomatoes, in a mushroom broth.
Dad also enjoyed a bowl of their refreshing gazpacho.
And for dessert, they served up their vegan sorbets – watermelon, coconut, and a side of fresh fruit. Dad was incredibly happy with his delicious, vegan brunch.
Thank you to Jasmine Porch for making my birthday weekend delicious for our entire family!