Look, we could all use some advice on how to step up our brunch game.
Jeremy Jacobowitz, President of Brunch Boys and all around brunch expert, chatted via email with Mashable to give some inside tips and tricks on how to get the most out of your dining experience.
Sippin on dat rose in the LES. @brunchboys adventures with @kayleighharrington A photo posted by Jeremy Jacobowitz (@jeremyjacobowitz) on Jun 12, 2015 at 4:51am PDT
Jacobowitz’s website and social media accounts offer a wealth of information for anyone who wants to sleep in and channel their inner food connoisseur.
He gave Mashable five personal pointers on how to eat out Brunch Boys style:
1. Do your research
Social media can be one of you biggest allies when it comes to dining out.
"Looking for a spot, the first thing I want to know about is what dishes am I going to have my eye on," Jacobowitz said. "I usually go on the Instagram geotag for the place and take a peek at what everyone else is taking a picture of."
You see that bacon? It's FREAKING MAPLE CANDIED BACON!! The Messiest Sandwich Ever from @flexmussels , just insanity! #Brunchboys A photo posted by Brunch Boys-NYC Food Lifestyle (@brunchboys) on Dec 20, 2015 at 1:10pm PST
2. Ask for recommendations
"At any restaurant, I love asking the server what dish is the one that I will leave regretting that I didn't try," Jacobowitz said. "And if it comes down to a few dishes, I always ask them which one looks the prettiest."
Three is ALWAYS better then one Trio of Toast: avocado, goat cheese, and Ricotta from @flexmussels #Brunchboys A photo posted by Brunch Boys-NYC Food Lifestyle (@brunchboys) on Jan 5, 2016 at 5:18am PST
3. Don't be afraid to take a picture that actually does your food justice
Admit it, we've all experienced the desire to take a picture of our food in a public place. And it's usually followed by the thought of how embarrassing it would be if anyone actually caught you in the act.
Well Jacobowitz doesn't care who sees him snapping some food porn and he says you shouldn't either.
Always looking for the perfect #brunchboys A photo posted by Brunch Boys-NYC Food Lifestyle (@brunchboys) on Oct 28, 2015 at 10:33am PDT
His Instagram page, which began with humble smartphone photos, has transformed into a professional account with just over 51,000 followers.
“Now, I run around with a professional camera, tripod, lights on occasion and whatever else I can get my hands on," Jacobowitz said. "Diners at these restaurants must think I'm a lunatic."
4. Share the love
Document your dining experiences so that you (and others) can look back on them and salivate.
Jacobowitz said you should tag restaurants in your photos, write reviews and tell friends.
Where are you all going for #brunch today? Comment below and tag your pics with #BrunchBoys so I can see! Give me eggs, lox, and latkes like these from @flexmussels and I'm going to be a happy Brunch Boy! A photo posted by Brunch Boys-NYC Food Lifestyle (@brunchboys) on Jan 9, 2016 at 6:07am PST
I know what I want for Brunch this weekend and its at @blacktapnyc ! Are you looking for #brunch this weekend? Use the all new @tastingtable app #DINEbyTT and you could win $150!! Click the link in my bio to download! A photo posted by Brunch Boys-NYC Food Lifestyle (@brunchboys) on Dec 17, 2015 at 6:26pm PST
He has taken this concept to the next level, and even set up a feature on his site that breaks down restaurants he has visited by state for easy searching.
By clicking on a restaurant you can see mouthwatering photos of Jacobowitz's order, along with a short blog post detailing his favorite food, drinks and desserts. With inside info like this, you can spend more time eating and less time agonizing over the menu.
5. If you're brunching, don't make plans afterwards
"My last tip is don't make post brunch plans," Jacobowitz said. "Usually after a three-hour brunch of nonstop eating and drinking, it's time to take a nap."
After your successful dining experience, it's okay to take a break and bask in the glory. Like Jacobowitz says, "Thats what weekends are all about."
What's the food that you are most Thankful for?? Comment and tell me! I'm thankful for all those amazing burgers I devour from @blacktapnyc like these Croissant Burgers! #Brunchboys A photo posted by Brunch Boys-NYC Food Lifestyle (@brunchboys) on Nov 26, 2015 at 9:20am PST