Let's Do Brunch! EASY Make-Ahead Recipes for Father's Day or Any Day!

Hello, friends -- Please join me today as I prepare an easy, elegant brunch party for guests. Recipes are linked below!
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Kevin Lee Jacobs
Box 742
Valatie, NY 12184

[@maritaruter9956]

Thank you Kevin for inviting me ♥! I like to go shopping with you to the organic tierra farm. The music, the recipes , your garden, the decoration - all this so beautiful 🎶🎹🥘🍒🥦🍀🌻🫖💐

[@WendyHLM]

Kevin, when it began to rain and you calmly continued to finish the episode, you showed us all that you’re the guy to have around in a crisis! You definitely are cool!

[@susanprice7202]

Good morning Kevin! We are joining you in your lovely home with such gracious hospitality. Thanks for the invite!

[@DailyPositiveAffirmatives]

Wow! That’s quite a spread. Nicely done. I bet your friends are glad and grateful to have one such as you in their lives.🎉

[@ninamarie19]

Kevin, you are my comfort KZbinr! It is my favorite thing that you set us a plate every time. Never stop please!

[@jramsay8075]

Mr Jacobs, you bring such needed Peace and Joy to this world. Thank you, Joy

[@AnonyMous-kd5iz]

Indeed; perfectly stated👏👏👏

[@usercarefree44]

I agree , a pleasant idyll in this mad world...❤

[@deewilson3239]

Yes, he does I am so thankful to have found him, I don't think he knows how cherished he is ❤

[@bootsiekeegan4401]

Maybe I'm not as calm as kevin i keep making errors my recipes do NOT turn out as viewed on youtube tv

[@redrooster1908]

He does!! And it's wonderful when he says: I'll just whip all this butter. 😂

[@You-Can-Call-Me-Yoly]

You have the most soothing voice. Thank you. I just experienced my 3rd heart attack, at 57 and you’re helping me with my recovery. Keeping you in the background as I lay here praying. God bless you, ten-fold, Kevin! ❤

[@kevinleejacobs1364]

Sending positive thoughts your way. I hope your recovery is quick!

[@kimchapman2210]

I find myself smiling back at you when you smile at us!😊

[@hithere6701]

Greetings from Australia! Thank-you Kevin! I had my in laws over for breakfast and was stressing about what on earth to make so that i didn't have to get up at 5am to start cooking! I wanted it to be stress free and i used all of your exact recipes in this video, it was more than enough for everyone (10ppl) and they all loved it (they also all took home leftovers of the granola)! i couldn't believe how easy it was with most of it make ahead! Thanks so much this really helped me out so much! I feel much more confident now to entertain and will be using your make ahead videos from now on! Thankyou 🙏🙏

[@annemaxson9363]

This brunch may be extremely easy on the cook but it is extremely WONDERFUL in every way! (Including outdoors!)

[@r.c.4016]

The brunch menu looks so delicious. Everything you do is just lovely. Binky sleeping on the chair was too , too precious . I like that your guests prefer to remain anonymous. It makes the get together special and personal. As usual the trips to shop were fun and relaxing. Kevin , there is nothing I don’t like about your channel and nothing I would change . You make the world seem it is still a gentler; kinder ; more sophisticated place to live. Much love to you and your family . ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊

[@debbiedouglass1478]

Amen to that!!❤

[@Lorraine3033]

Well said. He's the person you'd love to have in your circle of friends.

[@mypinklife3415]

Thank you for another wonderful video Kevin. I would feel absolutely spoiled if someone made me this beautiful spread of brunch goodies. Everything looks so delicious and colorful. I appreciate the cameo of the kitty, so beautiful. You make the table look very elegant with all the silver and the brilliant blue of the plates and the napkins. I look forward to your next video.

[@ladyw605]

What an elegantly served garden brunch!!! I am so sorry it started to rain. This is why I wish so much that I had a covered outdoor area-with a nice ceiling fan-and in my case, also beautifully screened in because the bugs are so bad in the south!!! This brunch meal looks absolutely delicious!!!

[@stacylamb5607]

This brunch menu is so easy to put together . The kids can help too. I can imagine sipping on a cold brew coffee and walking around your garden . Thanks for inviting all of us .

[@karencollins7340]

Thank you so much for easy, make-ahead recipes that look so elegant and delicious! It's exactly what many of us need. Your table always looks beautiful!

[@TommyGibson-xp4nb]

I just love when you take us to the market with you to Tierra farms with someone suffering with anxiety and depression this takes me to another place a peaceful place thank you

[@judysadowsky2186]

You are a great host. Beautiful property, delicious brunch, elegant table setting. Happy Father's Day to all the Dads. ENJOY

[@mtnshelby7059]

I started making cold brew coffe in the 90s after working at a specialty coffee shop. That's the only kind I drink at home, I dont even own a traditional coffee maker. Thanks for sharing your cold brew coffee recipe.

[@jeanyv9601]

So nice to see someone using a zester correctly. Thank you for your videos, a calming break on a busy day.

[@tuttsclumpcottage7911]

Thank you Kevin for taking us through a step by step brunch that is easy on the host. I will try this on the weekend.

[@pattyblack8446]

Brunch looks so appetizing and beautiful! Thank you for letting us join you in the preparation and lovely presentation. You are so thoughtful.

[@pattyblack8446]

Who are you??? I did not write this comment!!

[@pamelareeves3574]

What a beautiful part of the world you live in. Thank you for taking us along!

[@MargotMuys]

Enjoining your brunch soo much . Love everything. Thank you for sharing your life and recipes with us ❤

[@dianecarver4018]

It’s Monday morning after a very busy weekend. This video is a great way to start my week. Thank you, Kevin

[@carolavant3778]

Absolutely lovely! Again, I wish I were your neighbor!

[@Change4Good333]

Everything was so good and wonderful! Sorry about the rain. Your table looked great. Thank you dear Kevin! 🌟💜🌟

[@mrob75]

Another beautiful visit with Kevin…I’d love to sit at Kevin’s brunch table….I wouldn’t be camera shy one bit…ha!

[@kck9742]

That brunch looks fabulous -- the food and setting both look so beautiful. Being in Florida, where it's hell's front porch with no letup until October or November, I have to admit I rolled my eyes at your description of the heat, LOL. I will try making these, although I KNOW it won't be comfortable to eat al fresco ... ah well. Thanks, and have a wonderful week!

[@debmetheral6596]

Good morning from Ontario I’m on a mission this week of watching all the past Kevin Lee Jacob videos I have missed Thx for them all so relaxing. Happy end of January yeah it’s been a cold extra stormy one up here.

[@phyllismcdaniel-cook946]

Thank you for sharing your brunch party with us🌺

[@connieboylan9159]

Oh my goodness...this is such a delightful luncheon...i am so hungry now!Your channel is such a relaxing respite from todays world.I so enjoy watching and learning as you demonstrate the fine art of cooking.Wish i was there!

[@joanluciano6805]

Another wonderful holiday brunch to share! Thank you Kevin. You make everything easier and delightful! 🌺

[@gailarnold2660]

All of that looked so great. I will share with you that when I serve fruit salad I use a fruit mix just as you did and in a bowl that size you had, I put in two strawberry Yoplaits and mix it up. I am going to make all of these items in the future in one way or another.

[@amirey123]

Your kitty was sleeping so peacefully and the sunlight on his fur made me feel so cozy. I love it when my cat sleeps by the sunny window , and how it makes her fur glisten and when i pet her, shes sooo warm and it relaxes me… You have such pretty cats.! ❤🌸🙂

[@jacquelinestewart3157]

Looks like your kitty 🐈 is having sweet dreams. So sweet.

[@lianeabeyta4515]

A breakfast casserole and croissants is my favorite!.. Everything looked absolutely delicious. And, of course, I love a blue and white tablescape with your beautiful silver tray and blue goblets. Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh... I am there!

[@bgrecoverycoaching2536]

Hi Kevin, Shame it started raining. What a beautifully prepared brunch. I am certain your guests enjoyed your efforts 😊

[@blueridgerunner1]

Excellent Sunday brunch menu. Thanks for the inspiration, recipes and peaceful video.

[@relwynbrimelow6116]

What a lovely morning I have had with you Kevin,I’m dying to try that coffee,I have never heard of anyone doing that,I suppose they do in New Zealand,my daughter in law is going to love trying that when I make. I have had so many wonderful hints from you about freezing all the different veges,it’s great,thank you so much for making my day.👏👏👏👏

[@stacylamb5607]

I had to make a second comment I love that bowl you made the granola parfait in . Stunning . I love how you use dishes outside instead of disposable. You do everything so elegantly

[@ricardapoznanski5604]

delicoous recepies....All of them... Will share this video with my middle son-who became a father 5 months ago....and is a great cook....He will love your suggestions I meanwhile have some of your recepies as regulars.... Love your videos.....because they are a wonderful mix of all things,that bring joy

[@sabinekoch3448]

So interesting to see how you make the cold - brew coffee 😊- I’ve never done that but once summer comes to Cape Town again, I’ll definitely try this. A very enjoyable broadcast!

[@travelgirl747]

Another wonderful video. Superb editing. We don't need to see you crack 12 eggs! 😂in fact, we only ever see what we need to see, which is fantastic. Truly love your recipes and trips to Tierra. What beautiful products they have. I love living in Australia, but l also love being transported to your world every week. Keep up the good work!

[@nancydorn2524]

What kind of flowers are those…gorgeous! Thank you, Kevin.

[@kevinleejacobs1364]

The potted plants are "regal" geraniums (officially called Pelargonium x domesticum). In the states they are sold as "Martha Washington" geraniums.

[@gregpendrey6711]

The box parterre is in top form. A real show stopper after it's new haircut. Very nice 😎.

[@LaoSoftware]

Laotian coffee are also very nice just like Ethopian coffee. Laotian coffee is grown in the mountain jungle of Laos. It's one of my favorite brew.

[@gillyg8865]

Always a joy and an indulgent pleasure to watch and immerse myself into your vlogs. Always beautiful and tasteful. We do not have 'tater tots' in the UK, but, I am hoping to find an alternative at the U.K. Costco. Your choice of flowers, perfect. Thank you.

[@marilynertz5509]

This was wonderful! I would like to try this on a smaller scale for my husband Sunday morning. How fun. You’ve inspired me to get my blue and white breakfast set out.

[@redrooster1908]

Couldn't resist any longer. Ordered your cookbook today 😊

[@tinahardt7148]

So lovely Kevin. Another enjoyable morning coffee with you. If btw, you roll the lime first on your cutting board (under your palm) then cut off the stem, juicing becomes easier - less resistance. Cheers to you and hope your brunch was a resounding success. Thanks for letting us hang ❤ you gave me a great idea. I’m going to try a maple syrup bourbon butter. Yum.

[@jeanne17118]

Kevin, this brunch looks fabulous! Your guests are fortunate indeed! Have you ever visited a beekeeper to purchase local honey? I think you’d enjoy it and we viewers would love it too. Thank you for sharing your home. ❤😊

[@KimLittlejohn2023]

I get so excited when I see you post a new KZbin video. This video has such a nice and simple collection of brunch recipes!! I'm anxious to give them a try. You always do such a beautiful job at hosting.

[@debbiedouglass1478]

Kevin, this was just the video I needed!! I’m going to use this example for an upcoming brunch at my new home to welcome my family and friends! I get the keys to my new house this next Friday. Your example sets the pattern of hospitality and graciousness that I desire. Especially during the chaos of moving!! It sounds like unexpected great fun to me! Who would think you could pull this off?? Thank you!!

[@melindaoliveri3757]

I so love when you go to Tiera farm!

[@DeborahWheeler-v1q]

Pretty flowers.

[@Lorraine3033]

Hi Kevin! Today you inspired me, yet again, to throw a brunch for some friends. I may steal one dish from this video, and mix and match with another brunch you did before. Its so appreciated that your ingredients are readily available, as well. I did make your baked cabbage recipe. It really is as delish as you promised. It's not just the food, it's your soothing voice too. Thanks for being my go-to for a relaxing afternoon. Please please create a cook book! I will be your first customer! Regards from Lancaster County, PA. Amish country!

[@bevsprague1731]

What a wonderful brunch. Sorry about the rain.😊

[@candacev2721]

You've inspired me to host a brunch party!🎉

[@kevinleejacobs1364]

Yay!

[@patparsons218]

Kevin, a quick trick to make your creations more quickly: For little round ingredients that must be cut in half, such as cherry tomatoes or grapes, simply lay them on a cutting board and cover with a plate or small pizza pan. Then cut horizontally between the cutting board and the plate on top...voila, all neatly cut in half in less than a minute for the whole procedure! Love this "hack"! Love your videos!

[@kevinleejacobs1364]

Great tip - thank you!

[@lorrainemarcone6912]

Wonderful ideas for delicious meals! I’m interested from beginning to end. Thank you for your relaxing videos!

[@odetedossantos8969]

J’adore vos vidéos Kevin, vos recettes sont simples et nous invitent à les faire ! J’adore votre vaisselle bleue, et c’est avec plaisir que je vous accompagne faire les courses à la ferme ! Merci beaucoup pour nous faire partager des moments aussi agréables !! Bisous de Paris

[@armenianmuggerfromgta2041]

Kevin, you are an exceptional host! This brunch looked absolutely wonderful. I will have one of everything. Please and thank you!!!

[@MA-sk4fg]

I hope your guests and you enjoyed your beautiful brunch!!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@mavep2855]

I think we share the same weather patterns as you do Kevin. Pouring rain one minute and then the sun pops out for an hour or two and then back to rain. ☔️. Your brunch looked very appetizing and perfect for celebrating the men in our lives. Thank you Kevin🙏❤️💐

[@kck9742]

That's Florida... there are memes about it. 3:00 PM, sunny as can be. 3:20 PM, heavy thunderstorm, 3:30 PM back to being perfectly sunny. It's hellishly hot outside already though, and we don't get reprieves from that... it'll be like this till at least October, if not November. Basically summer is spent indoors in the AC.

[@mavep2855]

I am in Ontario Canada, same but cooler.

[@fridayschild19]

Another hit menu for simple entertaining! ❤ Thank you once again, Kevin! I would think it a privilege to be seen in one of your videos!😊 Always a pleasure spending time with you in your lovely home and gardens.

[@dlgoodwin1542]

Your videos are the calm to my day!! The brunch looks fantastic! Thanks for more great videos, Kevin!

[@lyn8948]

Hi Kevin So happy to see you. You can cook some very eye pleasing food. I’m always in awe in what you make next in your videos. Unfortunately for me I can’t do any diary products in any shape, form or fashion lol, but I do like, and enjoy watching you make your fantastic recipes. Have a great day.

[@pacaluvr7963]

I would love to have a Tierra Farms store close by. However, I do enjoy ordering from their online store. I so appreciate you sharing this wonderful resource with us. I’ve purchased tea, dried fruits, and some of their delicious coffee. Every order, I try one more new thing and I’m always pleased with it. The brunch looks delicious And I’m sure your guests will enjoy tucking into it. Cheers.

[@maryreddell6529]

You inspired me. I just made fresh fruit salad & making ahead the tator tot casserole for tomorrow.

[@marthaellenfigart2681]

How lovely, my friend. Your brunch looks delicious. I do like make ahead dishes for easy entertaining. The Martha Washington geraniums are stunning on your beautiful table!

[@amirey123]

Okay… i cant take it any more…. When am i getting invited over for lunch?!!! 😂😂😂. but, seriously, your lunches look sooooo yummy and I just want to eat everything!!! Thanks for being so welcoming and making us feel like we are a big part of your world!❤😄

[@irenazajac3905]

Kevin playing piano, cats playing on the stairs, Heaven!

[@sfviris5582]

You do everything so beautifully. You’re such a dear. ❤

[@rosemarybaranowsky6746]

So great ! You have inspired me todo the same ! Thank you

[@PaulaGill-z4c]

Perfect as always from our wonderful friend Kevin. We always feel incredibly special and like we are with you cooking all these delicious recipes and visiting all your local places. Happy Sunday 💕

[@conniehill6919]

It all looks delicious! Goldie looks so precious sleeping in the sunshine 😊❤

[@xqzmeartdesign284]

Kevin & Mr. Fox… you two make life extra special, Thanks!

[@ireneposti6813]

Those plants are so beautiful. I’m watching you all the way from Europe, we are 9 hours ahead here. When I get back home I’ll check out Tierra farms. ❤

[@DorisG232]

Beautiful, delicious and elegant! Thank you for sharing your talents!❤❤❤❤❤

[@anamenendez1997]

Dear Kevin, delightful and inspirational post, as always! For variety, may I suggest adding elderflower cordial to a fruit salad. Elderflower cordial is also very refreshing, in the warmer months, when mixed with sparkling water! 😊

[@siennabay]

Just heavenly, thank you.

[@user-fs6ou3fk9p]

Your gentle articulate voice reminds me of the beloved Mr. Rogers. I always feel good after watching one of your videos. Blessings.

[@maureenmckenna5220]

Clever pineapple cutting. So many great ideas to use through the summer.

[@georgettea7836]

Lucky guests! Everything looks mouthwatering, especially the fruit salad. Have so many ideas from your video. Love everything you do. 😊

[@dmmuldowney]

Kevin, this is great for a make ahead brunch. So easy and yet so elegant. Thank you!

[@joanneverreau2546]

Just wonderful 💕😊

[@rcdoodles6214]

Simply sublime. Thank you.

[@Coco-t5d]

Kevin, I cannot tell you how much I love your videos and look forward to seeing them. You’re the best!

[@dianekoralja2154]

Hi Kevin! In my garden I learned that if you have eggshells you can put them around your vegetable plants. You just put the around your plants in a circular pattern, this will help to keep away certain crawling pests. You must put them point side up though. Great seeing you again! 🙂💛🌿🌻🐛🍽️🍷🦋

[@kathleen7116]

Wonderful, as always!

[@pauljefferson9538]

I hope your guest were as delighted as us. You have prepared a splendid Brunch. Everything looks wonderful. ☕️

[@lindagrigsby3699]

Beautiful bowl for the granola parfait!

[@arj-peace]

Fun video, especially when it started raining and you and Lizeth calmly continued on. In my head I imagined everyone else, especially Lizeth with the camera, thinking "hurry up! hurry up!" 😂 Regarding the inedible core of the pineapple, I like to put it in a water pitcher and fill with fresh water and store in the fridge. It makes your water deliciously pineapple flavored!

[@helenasuneli9331]

What a treat this was to watch! Thank you so much!

[@babachang5]

What a beautiful and enticing Sunday brunch layout - I will next duplicate the same when I host one for my relatives and friends. Thank you, Kevin, for a grand idea. Happy June Sunday!

[@letydavila1118]

Beautiful garden 🤗

[@andreastsinos5324]

Love your sense of humour, sweet Kevin. I so enjoy your creativity in the kitchen. Greetings from South Africa.

[@allan_s1]

Some lovely recipes there! I look forward to making them myself 😀

[@redrooster1908]

We should make the granola together!! A big batch. 😂

[@sharon286]

What a lovely brunch. You could add Italian sausage or your favor smoked sausage and serve it for a quick and delicious dinner. Now if I only had your beautiful garden!!!

[@mariadomokos9625]

Hello from Hungary !🥰 Thanks you !

[@jkniederberger5390]

Oooh, I'm not a huge fan of the overnight bread casseroles, but I really want to try this one! Homemade granola is definitely the best. I love honey butter. We sometimes add some orange zest, and that is delicious. While I was in college, I waitressed in a restaurant that served popovers instead of bread, and they were served with cinnamon honey butter. Yum!

[@jmhwink3202]

Love joining you as a guest for brunch ❤ you can freeze coffee or any juice in ice cube trays of various shapes and sizes and they won't dilute the beverages as they melt. We always made cinnamon honey whipped butter for our toast and French toast special breakfasts. Great memories . Rain always seems to have the perfect timing when it comes to outdoor dining 😢😊