French oysters, Boston lobsters: Marriott’s revamped Sunday brunch

MANILA, Philippines – Sunday is family day and what better way to spend time with your loved ones but over a hearty meal?

Marriott’s Sunday Brunch recently got revamped with more choices – among them are Boston lobsters and Fine de Claire Oysters. Yes, you read that right. Huge, fresh lobsters and oysters flown in once a week, just for Sunday brunch.

Check out the buffet photos below:

Pair these with soy and sesame, mango salsa, tomato basil salsa, cocktail sauce, lemon shallot vinaigrette, mignonette, a lime wedge, a lemon wedge, lemon and butter, or beurre blanc. 

Every Sunday, the Mariott Cafe and Cru Steakhouse, 2 adjoining restaurants, are combined to accommodate more people and food choices. And aside from the lobsters and oysters, there is also a lineup of dishes from varying cuisines.

Upon entering the buffet, guests are welcomed by a spread of cold cuts, cheeses, and freshly-baked breads are complemented by a variety of nuts, raisins, and jams followed by a Thai Red Curry sta

tion. You can make your own piping hot bowl by filling it with your preferred amount of red chillies, cilantro, coriander, cumin, garlic, shallots, kaffir lime, galangal, and lemongrass. 

In the mood for some red meat? The carving station offers slices of roasted steak paired with gravy or peppercorn sauce. It also features lamb or US Rib Eye as well as Honey Glazed Roasted Turkey which you can relish with rosemary sauce or orange cranberry sauce. For a Filipino twist, crunchy and savory lechon kawali and lechon were also added to the mix.

For the health buffs, a wide selection of fresh, organic produce is also available at the salad bar provided by Bautista Organica Farm.

Sushi and sashimi lovers also have a good selection to choose from while those looking for something more conventional will find the pasta and soup stations as their safe haven in the sea of choices.

Crossover through Cru Steakhouse through the door joining the two restaurants to try out the grilled selections – fish, crabs, shrimps, ribeye and other meats. There’s also an abundance of foie gras that you can pair with various jams and compotes.

And what’s a hearty meal without a sweet ending? Head over to the dessert area where strawberry jelly, chocolate, mango mousse shooters await along with several cakes, flan, and tarts. There’s also a chocolate fountain where people with a sweet tooth can cover marshmallows and other treats with liquid chocolate. There’s also a wide selection of ice creams and gelato with flavors ranging from Nutella Hazelnut to White Chocolate Mocha.

Eating at Marriott’s Bigger and Better Sunday Brunch will cost you P2,500 nett. The price comes with unlimited champagne, martinis, and other drinks – including guyabano iced tea.

– Rappler.com

All photos by Carol Ramoran