When you think of brunch, you picture Instagrammable eggs Benedict, a mimosa or two, and maybe some of that avocado toast those insufferable millennials would rather eat than own a home. And you’re probably imagining the guys on the job site roasting you for even thinking about ordering something that doesn’t come wrapped in foil from a lunch truck.
But here’s the thing: brunch is awesome.
Going for brunch does not make you less of a man. Yeah, I said it. Brunch is more than just a meal—it’s a declaration of self-care. So why the hell are we acting like it’s some sort of threat to our masculinity? Like, if you take one bite of a stack of pancakes outside the window of your typical ‘macho’ diet, you’re handing in your Man Card.
Let me guess—you’re “too tough” for brunch, huh? You’ll just keep pretending you enjoy scarfing down a coffee truck breakfast sandwich while standing next to a pile of construction debris. Yeah, that’s way better than sitting down to a solid meal and enjoying some actual downtime.
The horror! You might even, God forbid, relax.
And what’s with the idea that brunch is all dainty pastries and frou-frou drinks? News flash—brunch can be whatever the hell you want it to be. Like bacon? Great, order some. Want a mountain of pancakes the size of a cinder block? They’ve got that too. And don’t even get me started on omelets—you can stuff those things with more meat than a job site barbecue. But, yeah, let’s keep pretending brunch is only for yoga instructors and influencers.
What’s the deal with this constant need to act like we can’t do anything that even remotely smells like comfort? We work hard; we deserve a solid meal that doesn’t involve inhaling cold pizza in five minutes flat because “real men don’t take breaks.”
Taking time for brunch doesn’t make you soft. If anything, it makes you smart. You get to sit down with friends or family, actually enjoy their company instead of grunting at them between bites of a soggy sandwich, and, oh yeah, you get to eat good food. Imagine that.
And don’t act like you don’t need the fuel. After a week of busting your ass on the job, your body’s crying for some real nutrition. You think that greasy burger from the roach coach is doing the trick? Nah, man. You need real food to refuel. Brunch isn’t just an excuse to be fancy—it’s a chance to recharge and actually, you know, take care of yourself.
Not to mention, brunch is a great way to shake things up a bit. Sick of the same old job site breakfast routine? Try something different for once. Brunch menus have variety, so step out of your comfort zone and try something new. It’s not like you’ll suddenly start wearing skinny jeans just because you tried some French toast.
Oh, and here’s another kicker. Brunch is a prime time to network. Instead of trying to chat over the deafening sound of jackhammers, you can sit down in a laid-back setting and have a conversation. You never know who you might meet or what opportunities could come your way—all while enjoying a massive plate of food.
That’s a win-win.
Stop acting like brunch is the enemy. It’s not a threat to your masculinity, and it definitely doesn’t make you any less of a hard-ass. Go ahead, grab some pancakes, kick back, and enjoy yourself. The job site will still be there when you’re done, and trust me—you’ll feel a whole lot better tackling it with a full belly and a clear head.
Brunch isn’t “gay,” it’s just common sense.
Oh, and order another mimosa for me, please and thank you 😉
