Brunch Like a Meyers Main Character: 3 Recipes to Try

Nancy Meyers’ films are a feast for the eyes and the soul. From Something’s Gotta Give to It’s Complicated, her characters live in warm, inviting homes and always seem to have something effortlessly delicious on the table. Brunch, in particular, is a Meyers mainstay—set against a backdrop of coastal elegance, crisp linens, and fresh florals. If you want to channel that signature aesthetic and culinary charm, here are three brunch recipes worthy of a leading lady moment.

1. Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Honey Butter

Soft, airy, and subtly sweet, these pancakes are the perfect balance of indulgent and light—just like a Diane Keaton kitchen scene.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup ricotta cheese

• 2 eggs

• 3/4 cup milk

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Zest of 1 lemon

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 2 tablespoons sugar

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• Butter for cooking

For the honey butter:

• 1/2 cup softened butter

• 2 tablespoons honey

Directions:

1. In a bowl, whisk together ricotta, eggs, milk, vanilla, and lemon zest.

2. In another bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.

4. Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt a little butter. Pour in batter to form pancakes.

5. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown.

6. Whip together butter and honey and serve over warm pancakes.

2. Herbed Goat Cheese & Caramelized Onion Tart

A buttery, flaky tart topped with creamy goat cheese and sweet caramelized onions—perfect for a Something’s Gotta Give kitchen moment.

Ingredients:

• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

• 1 large onion, thinly sliced

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

• 4 ounces goat cheese

• 2 tablespoons heavy cream

• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives

• Salt & pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F and roll out puff pastry on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

2. Heat olive oil in a pan and cook onions until soft and golden, about 15 minutes. Stir in balsamic vinegar and cook for another 2 minutes.

3. In a bowl, mix goat cheese, heavy cream, thyme, and chives. Spread evenly over puff pastry.

4. Top with caramelized onions and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

5. Slice and serve warm.

3. Classic French Omelette with Fresh Herbs

A perfectly soft and custardy omelette, because every Meyers main character deserves a French-inspired brunch.

Ingredients:

• 3 eggs

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

• 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley

• 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives

• Salt & pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Whisk eggs until frothy, then season with salt and pepper.

2. Melt butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.

3. Pour in eggs and use a spatula to gently stir while tilting the pan.

4. Once the eggs begin to set, stop stirring and smooth the surface.

5. Sprinkle with fresh herbs, then fold the omelette over itself.

6. Serve immediately with a side of fresh fruit or a simple green salad.

Brunch is more than just a meal in a Nancy Meyers world—it’s an experience, a mood, a way of life. Light a candle, pour a mimosa, and set the scene with one of these dreamy dishes. After all, every main character deserves a little effortless luxury in the morning.