The Roosevelt New Orleans Debuts Easter Brunch Menu

Image002NEW ORLEANS (press release) – The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel will celebrate Easter with a decadent brunch buffet in the most elegant ballroom in the city, a beloved tradition for guests of all ages.

The Easter brunch buffet menu features a variety of scrumptious options, such as a chilled seafood bar with jumbo shrimp and freshly shucked oysters alongside Easter favorites and New Orleans classics including Herb Roasted Leg of Lamb and Seafood and Okra Gumbo. Guests will enjoy a delectable culinary experience with dining options at every corner of the ballroom. Offerings include breakfast and omelet stations, a carving station, dessert selections as well as specialty items tailored to children’s tastes. Brunch is available Easter Sunday, April 12. Seating is available from 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

 

“The Roosevelt New Orleans’ holiday brunches have become a tradition among locals and are an absolute treat for our hotel guests,” says Executive Chef Jason Schneider. “This Easter, we will continue our holiday brunch tradition and look forward to providing our patrons with an exceptional assortment of choices that are sure to please every palate.”

 

Easter Brunch Buffet Menu:

 

CHILLED SALADS AND STARTERS

 

Organic Greens, Baby Spinach and Hearts of Romaine, Shaved Carrots,

Cucumbers, Grape Tomatoes, Smoked Bacon, Toasted Pecans, Garlic Croutons,

Blue Cheese and Monterey Jack, Creamy Balsamic, Ranch and Herb Vinaigrette

 

Crab Boil Spiced Potato Salad with Boiled Eggs,

Creole Mustard, Celery and Mayo

 

Caprese Salad with Boccioni Mozzarella, Grape Tomatoes, Sea Salt,

Fresh Basil and Extra Virgin Olive Oil

 

Grilled Market Vegetables with Red Onions and Asparagus

 

CHARCUTERIE AND CHEESE SELECTION

 

Spicy Soppresata, Prosciutto de Parma, Spanish Chorizo, Coppa,

Salami Creole Mustard, Dijon Mustard and Cornichons

Aged Farmhouse Cheddar

Fromage D’Affinois Brie

Chili Pepper Pecorino

Aged Gouda

Artisan Blue Cheese

Herb Olive Oil Marinated Chevre

Nuts, Honeycomb, Dried Fruit and Grapes

 

ARTISAN BREAD DISPLAY

 

Sliced Baguettes, Flatbread and Artisan Rolls Display with

Whipped Salted Butter

 

PREPARED TO ORDER

 

“Temaki Sushi”

Crawfish Sushi Hand Rolls with Spicy Kewpie Mayo, Radish Sprouts, Tempura Crunch and

Cucumber Wrapped in Nori

Served with Shoyu, Ginger and Wasabi

 

CHILLED SEAFOOD BAR

 

Cajun Spice Jumbo Shrimp, Blue Crab Claws, Freshly Shucked Gulf Oysters,

Chilled Marinated Mussels with Tomato and Cilantro Vinaigrette,

Scallop Ceviche Shooters with Jalapeno, Tomato and Citrus

Cocktail Sauce, Creole Remoulade Sauce, Horseradish,

Crackers and Lemons

 

Display of Smoked Salmon, Pastrami Cured Salmon

and Pecan Wood Smoke Trout Rillettes

 

HOT SELECTIONS

 

Seafood and Okra Gumbo with Aromatic Rice

Blackened Gulf Fish with Crawfish and Dill Sauce

Simply Steamed Spring Vegetables with Herb Butter

Chef Carl’s Fried Chicken

Braised Beef Daube, Caramelized Onions,

Heirloom Carrots, Natural Jus

Sour Cream and Chive Red Skin Mashed Potatoes

Creamy Baked White Cheddar Macaroni

 

CARVED TO ORDER

 

Roasted Strip Loin with House Rub, Natural Jus and Creamy Horseradish

 

Herb Roasted Leg of Lamb, Mustard Jus, Spiral Cut Brown Sugar Ham

 

BREAKFAST SELECTIONS

 

Fresh Cut Melon

Fresh Cut Pineapple

Mixed Berries

 

Fresh Baked Mini Muffins, Danish and Croissants

 

Apple Wood Smoked Bacon and Pork Sausage

 

Warm Quiche Lorraine

 

Made to Order Waffles with Whipped Cream,

House Made Berry Vanilla Compote and Real Maple Syrup

 

Create Your Own Egg and Omelet Station with Peppers, Mushrooms, Bacon, Ham, Crawfish Tails, Onions, Tomatoes, Brie, Cheddar, Fresh Jalapenos and Andouille Sausage

Free Range Eggs and Egg Whites

 

Stone Ground Grits with Cheddar and Scallions and Louisiana Hot Sauce on the side

 

PREPARED TO ORDER

 

Crab Meat Imperial Benedicts

Roasted Tomato Hollandaise, Chives and Espelette Pepper

 

DESSERTS BY CHEF RENE

 

Lemon Cake Bar

Almond Berry Trifle

Coconut Cupcakes

Vanilla Passion Fruit Verrine

Chocolate Peanut Butter Verrine

Carrot Bundt Cake

Coffee Crunch Tart

Strawberry Tarts

Caramelized Banana Tart

Key Lime Meringue Tartlets

Assorted Petit Fours and Cookies

 

DESSERT ACTION STATION

 

“Coffee and Donuts”

Flambéed House Made Doughnuts and Café Au Lait Ice Cream

 

FOR THE KIDS

 

Chicken Tenders with Ketchup and Ranch Dressing

Carrot Sticks

Mac and Cheese

Tater Tots

Rice Crispy Treats & Cake Pops

Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwiches

 

Easter Brunch at The Roosevelt New Orleans is $89 per person for adults and $35 for children. For reservations and additional information, call (504) 335-3129 or book online now.

To learn more or experience The Roosevelt, please visit www.waldorfastoria.com/theroosevelt, call +1-504-648-1200 or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @theroosevelt_no. For more information about Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, please visit http://news.waldorfastoria.com or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @waldorfastoria.

 

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