Foodbuzz Festival: Farewell Brunch
Hi, guys!!! I had an outstanding Sunday tasting wines in Sonoma, but my full recap will have to wait until the morning. My comfy bed is calling my name!
Despite drinking a few cocktails and staying up late last night, I somehow managed to meet Kath, Shannon, and Quinn for a morning run. I was totally and utterly exhausted when my alarm went off at 6:45 AM, but I was so glad that I went.
We covered about 3.5 miles running along the bay, and totally lucked out with another gorgeous morning in San Francisco. It was a little chillier than yesterday, but it was still a wonderful early-morning run.
After my run, I grabbed a cup of coffee from the hotel lobby to take with me to my room while I showered and got ready for the final event of the Foodbuzz Festival.
The Farewel Brunch, hosted by Nature’s Pride, was held at the Restaurant Lulu, which was located about a mile away from the hotel.
The brunch was incredible! Everything was so fresh and delicious.
And the brunch menu was awesome!
My first plate included a piece of Kerrygold Aged Cheddar and Mushroom Frittata, a mini Crouque Monsieur, Panzanella Salad, and Pear and Bleu Cheese Salad. All were delish!
My second serving was another Crouque Monsieur + coffee with half and half.
And my third plate was a piece of Nutty Oat French Toast with Pear Compote and Whipped Cinnamon Butter. I was really hungry this morning!
After breakfast, Jenna, Kath, Meghann, and I headed to wine country for a fun-filled day of wine, cheese, and good times. Be sure to check back for my recap in the morning.
And finally, a BIG thank you to Foodbuzz for an amazing weekend and to Bertolli for sponsoring my trip. I had a FABULOUS time! 
Good night, blog friends! I’m pooped!
Tags: Farewell Brunch, Foodbuzz Festival, Kerrygold, Nature's Pride
Annamarina (Running Tails) — November 9, 2009 @ 1:30 am
All of the food from your weekend looks amazing! Crouque Monsieur is one of my all time favorite French foods!
Megan (The Runner's Kitchen) — November 9, 2009 @ 1:46 am
Eggs and bread can make so many yummy combos! I love french toast and croque monsieur (esp. with powdered sugar and raspberry jam for dipping!)
Any idea where we can get the brunch’s featured recipes?
Lynn (The Actors Diet) — November 9, 2009 @ 2:19 am
so impressed you got a run in – you healthy food bloggers, you…
Diana — November 9, 2009 @ 4:24 am
That brunch looks so good!
Morgan @ Life After Bagels — November 9, 2009 @ 8:12 am
I bet running in SF was beautiful yesterday morning!
Amelia — November 9, 2009 @ 8:24 am
Everything looks amazing! Especially that french toast. Yum.
Paige@ Running Around Normal — November 9, 2009 @ 8:47 am
What a weekend! So much in three days. LuLu sounds amazing.
Abby (Abbys Vegan Eats) — November 9, 2009 @ 8:52 am
Everything looks super! What a fabulous time it looks like you had! Congrats on your awards
diana(mymarblerye) — November 9, 2009 @ 8:59 am
Jeez how fun was that? My stomach would be needing a nap after all that! Can’t wait to go to one next year!
Estela @ Weekly Bite — November 9, 2009 @ 9:00 am
Look like an amazing time!
Light Delight with Tou Tou — November 9, 2009 @ 9:14 am
Can’t believe is farewell time already! what a fabulous weekend you enjoyed:) really impressed by the foodbuzz event from your great photos!
Kasey (Fit For Wellness) — November 9, 2009 @ 9:19 am
Congrats on your win!!! That brunch looks yummy
brandi — November 9, 2009 @ 9:28 am
ah, I’m so sad I missed the brunch! Everything looks amazing.
I’m so happy I got to meet everyone – I hope the next blogger meet up is a bit longer – the weekend went by so fast!
Felicia (Bites of the Apple) — November 9, 2009 @ 9:29 am
I love brunch so much! Probably my favorite meal. Everything looks amazing.
Nice job getting up for the run! Knowing that you’re meeting up with other people is always so helpful.
Jillian (back to the nest) — November 9, 2009 @ 9:42 am
Aw, what a fun trip! That brunch salad looks fantastic too.
Deva (Voracious Vorilee) — November 9, 2009 @ 9:49 am
That looks like a fantastic brunch! I am glad you were able to get a run in – San Francisco is one of my favorite cities – so pretty!
Laurie — November 9, 2009 @ 10:23 am
ok i’ve been following all of your posts about the food buzz convention and seriously… how did you get this job?!?!!? i couldn’t be more jealous!
seriously, i mean i read your “about me” section, but I would love it if you wrote a post about how you transitioned into becoming a successful health/nutrition blogger and how you’ve managed to make a career out of it and have these amazing opportunities! please! thanks so much, keep up the great work! 
Jenna — November 9, 2009 @ 10:53 am
great brunchhhh
jenna
Cynthia (It All Changes) — November 9, 2009 @ 11:17 am
I always am confused at brunch spreads when there are lunch foods as well as breakfast. I know that brunch is a combo of breakfast and lunch but normally I see mainly breakfast foods.
But that croque monsieur looks great
Food Makes Fun Fuel — November 9, 2009 @ 11:22 am
Foodbuzz knows how to through a brunch, too!
Ashley — November 9, 2009 @ 11:42 am
CONGRATS!!!!! Looks like it was a fabulous weekend in SF.
Kat (Kat's Daily Plate) — November 9, 2009 @ 11:48 am
That Croque Monsieur looks incredible. Looks like it was a great event!
Cait (Cait's Plate) — November 9, 2009 @ 11:52 am
Holy Moly that food looks so good. Brunch is seriously the best meal ever invented
Safe travels home!!
skinnyrunner — November 9, 2009 @ 11:56 am
Man that brunch looks good! way to get a run even when you’re exhausted!
Nikka @ neekadeek — November 9, 2009 @ 12:28 pm
Thanks for sharing the menu from such a lovely brunch!
Tina — November 9, 2009 @ 1:11 pm
Such beautiful pictures!! That Croque Monsieur doesn’t look like ones I normally see though? I always thought they were covered in a white sauce, and then browned on top. Hmm.
Oh, and I LOVE your nail polish color. Dark polish always looks so sleek
Heather @ chocolate cakes — November 10, 2009 @ 6:41 am
That looks delicious wish I was there, very healthy too, I love blackberry sandwiches this is the only blog I have seen that mentioned!