Food Network Champion James Briscione Shares how Brunch is Booming in 2026 on TipsOnTv

Four-Time Food Network Champion, Best-Selling Author & Culinary Innovator James Briscione Breaks Down the Flavor Trends Redefining Brunch!

Brunch is no longer just a weekend indulgence, it is becoming one of the most popular at-home entertaining moments of the season. As National Brunch Month shines a spotlight on this growing trend, viewers are looking for ways to refresh familiar favorites without overcomplicating the menu. James Briscione, 4-time Food Network Champion with multiple wins on Chopped and Beat Bobby Flay, shares smart, flavor-forward ways to elevate brunch using everyday ingredients. From bold savory upgrades to bright spring additions, he delivers approachable ideas that feel special but stay practical for real kitchens.

ADD MORE FLAVOR TO A BRUNCH MENU

Del Monte vegetables make it easy to create delicious meals and sides, and they have a variety of bold new flavors to help elevate brunch this spring. Flavors like Cajun Style Diced Potatoes and Hot Honey Carrots bring excitement to the table. Whether leaning toward breakfast favorites like eggs and muffins, or more lunch-style dishes like ham and sides, these options add excitement to the table. These Cajun potato breakfast burritos can even be made ahead of time, and Andouille sausage can be added for an extra kick.

A GO-TO DISH

Can not go wrong with Bruschetta. Contadina has been bringing authentic Italian flavor to dishes since 1918, offering a full suite of premium tomato products ranging from versatile Crushed Tomatoes to Petite Diced Tomatoes with Basil, Garlic and Oregano, which are a flavor shortcut in themselves! This recipe is so simple and versatile, keep it light and let the tomatoes shine, or customize it with ingredients like parmesan, arugula, ricotta, olives or even tuna.

SOMETHING A LITTLE FOR FILLING

For something a little bit more robust, Italian dishes are always the way to go. Contadina makes it easy to bring authentic Italian dishes with ease and confidence like this Shakshuka, or as they call it in Italy, Eggs in Purgatory. It starts with this amazingly rich and robust tomato sauce, and bake the eggs in it. It could not be any simpler or satisfying. When looking for something more comforting try Skillet Beef Lasagna. It is going to leave everybody feeling warm and toasty at the table, they will want to linger, which is what brunch is all about! Best of all, it is made in one pan, so cleanup is super easy! Or, try this Eggplant Parmesan for a quick, light, take on the classic. For more information, visit www.contadina.com

BRUNCH BEVERAGES AND SWEETS

Del Monte pre-cut fruits have countless uses, from snacks to desserts and even drinks!  These mangos and pineapples in extra light syrup are picked at the peak of ripeness and refreshingly chilled at your grocery store, just waiting to turn them into something special. For something light and bubbly, these Tropical Mule Mocktails combine sweet mango, tangy pineapple and ginger beer. For something creamier and extra-fun for any kiddos at the table try these Mango Smoothies  that come together with just three ingredients and ice. For more information, visit www.delmonte.com