What makes brunch feel so special? Is it the fact that you can load your plate with waffles, cheesy casseroles, heavenly roasts and sugar-glazed cake all in one meal? Or the excuse to see friends and family so early in the day? Or is it the green light to enjoy a fizzy, fun beverage before noon? Simply put, the answer is yes. So it’s no surprise that the popularity of weekend brunches is still going strong. What’s not to love about a lazy midday spent with family and friends. We’ve filled these pages with everything that makes brunch the highlight of the weekend.