Brunch: The Sweet, Sour & Sunny-Side

In this episode, hosts Jeff and Jamie dig into the messy, magical world of brunch with special guest Chef Chris Rogienski of Leluia Hall. Together, they explore why brunch often gets a bad rap among chefs — and whether the critics have a point. Chef Chris pulls back the curtain on the real challenges of opening for brunch service at Leluia Hall, from staffing headaches to keeping the menu both profitable and creative.The conversation also gets cracking over farm-fresh vs. regular eggs — does the difference really show up on the plate? And finally, they tackle the big question: can brunch actually make money, or is it just a labor of love?Pull up a chair (and maybe a mimosa) for a candid, flavorful look at the sweet, sour, and sunny side of brunch.