Tips for Making Breakfast Healthier
Breakfast is often called the most important meal of the day. While this belief may stem from marketing, what you consume in the morning does get your metabolism going, helps you start burning calories and energizes your body. Eating breakfast also helps reduce weight gain and lowers the risk for type 2 diabetes, stroke and…
What’s the Story Behind Texas Toast?
You’ll see Texas toast on breakfast and lunch menus around the country – including at Colony Diner! The thicker shape is perfect for French toast, to build sandwiches or grilled with butter on the side of soup. Learn what makes Texas toast different from ordinary sliced bread. What Is Texas Toast? The distinctive characteristics of…
Using Tofu as an Egg Substitute
“How do you like your eggs?” Your answer to this question defines much of what you eat beyond breakfast, from salads to snacks and baked goods. Perhaps you enjoy egg salad on toast or a vegetable omelet with a side of home fries. Many vegan options serve as meat substitutes but eggs have also entered…
Best Types of Bread for Making French Toast
French toast is an easy recipe to try at home but the small touches can make all the difference. You want the bread to taste slightly eggy yet sweet from the vanilla and cinnamon. It should be also soft but still have some structure when your fork sinks in. Understand the different types of bread…
Differences Between an Omelette and a Scrambler
When you’re deciding on breakfast at Colony Diner, the first food that comes to mind is likely eggs. We have many dishes centered around eggs, including omelettes and scramblers, which we call “scramelts”. Both include eggs whisked with other ingredients like cheese, meat and vegetables, served with toast and home fries. Yet beyond these similarities,…
How to Build the Perfect Breakfast
What’s the most important meal of the day? That’s right – breakfast! A nutritious, fulfilling meal in the morning can help replenish the glucose your body lost during sleep, while also giving you energy for the day. However, not every breakfast staple is the best choice for your morning meal. Here’s how to build the…
Customizable Breakfast Favorites
The number of taste buds we have varies from person to person. That means we all have unique reactions to different flavors. For instance, you may love the taste of orange juice, while your friend prefers apple. We all want to enjoy the foods we eat. At Colony Diner, you can customize your breakfast to…