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Contents {#contents.TOCHeading} ======== [Continental breakfast 1](#continental-breakfast) [Why Is It Called a Continental Breakfast? 1](#why-is-it-called-a-continental-breakfast) [Why Offer a Continental Breakfast? 1](#why-offer-a-continental-breakfast) [Consists of:​ 2](#consists-of) [Juice:...

Contents {#contents.TOCHeading} ======== [Continental breakfast 1](#continental-breakfast) [Why Is It Called a Continental Breakfast? 1](#why-is-it-called-a-continental-breakfast) [Why Offer a Continental Breakfast? 1](#why-offer-a-continental-breakfast) [Consists of:​ 2](#consists-of) [Juice: ​ 2](#juice) [Rolls:​ 2](#rolls) [Tea or Coffee​ 3](#tea-or-coffee) [Open source 3](#open-source) [Variations 3](#variations) [American breakfast 3](#american-breakfast) [Consist of:​ 3](#consist-of) [English breakfast 4](#english-breakfast) [Consists of: 4](#consists-of-1) [A choice from fresh fruit, stewed fruit or fruit juice​ 4](#a-choice-from-fresh-fruit-stewed-fruit-or-fruit-juice) [A choice of cornflakes or oatmeal​ 5](#a-choice-of-cornflakes-or-oatmeal) [A choice of eggs to order with meat and other accompaniments​ 5](#a-choice-of-eggs-to-order-with-meat-and-other-accompaniments) [Toast or rolls:​ 5](#toast-or-rolls) [​Beverages​ 5](#beverages) [Variations 5](#variations-1) Continental breakfast ===================== Have you ever wondered about the breakfast you\'ve had in hotels or on the go? Chances are, it was a continental breakfast. This light, basic meal, often featuring pastries, cereals, fruits, and a variety of bread, is a popular and cost-effective way to enhance your customers\' stay. In this microsession, we delve into the origins of the continental breakfast, explore its menu options, and suggest other breakfast ideas for your hospitality business. A continental breakfast is a light morning meal that often includes pastries, baked goods, fruits, toast, and coffee. It is typically served buffet-style and is modelled after a European breakfast, comparable to what one may get in France or the Mediterranean. Continental breakfasts emphasise simplicity and dishes that are easily stored. Why Is It Called a Continental Breakfast? ----------------------------------------- The term\' continental breakfast\' is a direct reference to the continent of Europe and the breakfast habits of European civilizations. It was first coined in 1896, marking the turn of the century. Before the 1800s, the typical American jobs involved farm work, necessitating a high-calorie breakfast to kickstart the day. However, as the 1900s dawned, the nature of work in America shifted to more sedentary roles, and the emerging middle-class workers sought a lighter breakfast option. At the same time, the influx of European visitors to America increased, many of whom stayed in hotels. The hotels, in a show of adaptability, added a light breakfast option to their menu, catering to the preferences of their European clientele. Why Offer a Continental Breakfast? ---------------------------------- If you\'re considering adding a breakfast option to your restaurant or hotel, consider why a continental breakfast would be a good fit. Cost-Effectiveness---Pastries, cereals, and bread are inexpensive to buy, can be ordered in bulk, and have a relatively long shelf life. They do not need to be created or acquired on a regular basis, saving your business time and money. Amenity Popularity - Continental breakfasts are convenient for travellers who may need to eat early in the morning. This makes hotels with complimentary continental breakfasts more appealing to travellers, resulting in increased hotel income and, potentially, higher hotel star ratings. Manageability - Because most continental breakfast options do not require cooking, the breakfast area may be managed with minimum staffing. This also allows breakfast to be provided in almost any location or venue, such as a lobby or conference room. Consists of:​ ------------- - Fruit Juice -- Fresh or Canned​ - Toast or Rolls - Hot Croissant, brioche, muffin or toast​ - With preservers -- butter, jam, marmalade & honey.​ - Tea or Coffee as beverages.​ ### Juice - Juice offered may be fresh or canned. - Fresh juice is served in a pony tumbler/juice glass, which includes an underliner and a teaspoon. - Castor sugar is used as a complement to all juices, whereas Worcestershire sauce is used with tomato juice. ### Rolls: A choice of rolls from: ​ - Brioche​ - Croissant, ​ - Danish pastry, ​ - Muffin, ​ - Doughnuts and ​ - Buns are served in a breadbasket.​ ### Tea or Coffee​ - Traditionally, tea or coffee is served in breakfast cups to begin. Today, standard mugs are used. - It can be served in pots with milk or cream. - Sugar pots with grain, cubes, demerara, or sachets. Sugar-free choices are also available. Open source ----------- Variations ---------- Continental breakfast is simply one of the hotel breakfast options. Other alternatives may be more appropriate for your establishment and guests. American breakfast ================== While continental breakfast is commonly regarded as a more convenient and lighter alternative, American breakfast provides a broader range of flavours and a more full meal. Continental breakfasts are popular among people who want a quick and easy breakfast. In contrast, American breakfasts are perfect for individuals with a larger appetite or desire a more conventional morning experience. American breakfasts are more widespread in restaurants and diners, and they are frequently cooked to order with additional options such as omelettes, waffles, or french toast. The American breakfast is noted for its large portions and savoury alternatives, making it a popular choice for people looking for a filling start to their day. ### Consist of:​ - Juice -- Fresh or Canned or fresh cut fruits.​ - Cereals - with Hot or cold milk.​ - Eggs to order -- served with grilled tomato and hash brown potato.​ - Hot Croissant, brioche, muffin, Danish pastry or toast​ - With preservers -- butter, jam, marmalade & honey.​ - Tea or Coffee as beverages.​ - Fruit Juice​ - Fresh Fruits​ - Breakfast Cereals / Oatmeal with Hot or Cold milk.​ - Eggs to order​ - Ham/bacon/sausages​ - Grilled tomatoes/hash brown potatoes​ - Pancakes with maple syrup/honey (Vegetarian Option)​ - Breakfast rolls/bread/toast/muffins​ - Butter/preservers (jam, marmalade & honey)​ - Coffee/tea​ English Breakfast ================= An English breakfast is a more substantial meal than its continental counterpart. It is a typical British breakfast frequently served in bed and breakfast establishments and country inns. The English breakfast is famous for its large quantities and range of hot foods. While continental breakfast emphasises simplicity and convenience, English breakfast is about indulgence and a larger meal, frequently linked with a relaxing weekend morning or a special occasion. Consists of: ------------ ### A choice from fresh fruit, stewed fruit or fruit juice​ Fresh fruit is cut and placed in a dish or a serviette bowl. Papaya in boat with Caster sugar is frequently offered as an accompaniment. Stewed fruit such as prunes, apples, figs, and plums can be served in diaper bowls with whipped cream and castor sugar as accompaniments. Fruit juice can be either fresh or canned. All juices are served with caster sugar as an accompaniment.​ ### A choice of cornflakes or oatmeal​ Cornflakes: Today, a broad range of flakes are available, including cornflakes, wheat flakes, rice flakes, chocos, muesli, frosted, and honey flakes. They are served in a diaper bowl with a sweet spoon, along with hot or cold milk and castor sugar. Oatmeal is a standard porridge served in a diaper bowl with hot milk and castor sugar. ### A choice of eggs to order with meat and other accompaniments​ Eggs can be served fried, double fried, over easy, boiled, poached, or as omelettes (simple, fluffy, masala, Spanish). All dishes are on full plates except for boiled eggs, served in egg cups. Scrambled eggs can also be served on toast. Meats: Bacon, grilled sausages and ham are common accompaniments to egg dishes. The following can be served with grilled tomatoes, sautéed potatoes, hash browns, mashed potatoes, fried or boiled potatoes, and so on. Vegetarian option: Baked beans on toast or grilled mushrooms on toast are good vegetarian options. ### Toast or rolls:​ They\'re akin to toast or buns in a continental breakfast. ### ​Beverages​ Tea, coffee, milk, chocolate milk, and other beverages are served the same way as they are at a continental breakfast.​ Variations ---------- Some establishments may include or exclude meals from the list above based on their customers\' preferences. For breakfast, they may offer a course of fresh uncut fruits and a variety of cold meat or cheese. An American full breakfast may include American pancakes with honey and maple syrup on the menu.