The origin of the word ‘breakfast’ is in the word itself: to break one’s fast which occurs while sleeping. Of course, with dishes like the ones here, breakfast for dinner (or any other meal for that matter) could quickly become a trend in your household. Four Alberta chefs bring the sweet and the savoury to the breakfast plate this month, showing us what lies beyond toast and coffee. Rise and shine, folks: the early bird gets fed very, very well! Chef Tony Tipping / Wild

Raspberry and Mascarpone Stuffed French Toast “This is one of my go-to dishes that brings joy to the entire family," says Chef Mizra Taimoor of Edmonton's Golden Sparrow. "It’s a perfect brunch treat for Mother’s Day, as well!” Keep things simple and use quality local ingredients where you can. “Try using different types of bread or substituting raspberries for any other berries for a unique twist.”

Spanish Baked Eggs with Saffron Yogurt Chef Ethan Campbell, of Calgary's Our Daily Brett, shares his top tip for making breakfast: “Make it bold, but keep it simple. Let one thing shine and support it with a few flavourful extras.” Spanish Baked Eggs with Saffron Yogurt is a hearty dish with smoky-sweet flavour that can be served right out of the pan. He says that it started off as a staff meal that quickly became a go-to for family-style brunches. “But it works just as we

Queen's Bolognese Poutine The key to this one is obviously the sauce. Gather and prep your ingredients, follow instructions precisely – including times and temperatures, and as always, use fresh, quality ingredients. “Learn from your mistakes,” says Chef Jenny Chan of Calgary's Queens Breakfast Cocktails. “If a recipe doesn’t turn out as expected, make adjustments next time, and keep notes. Have fun, and don’t stress over perfection. Experimenting in the kitchen can lead to d

Tiramisu Pancakes “My wife and son love both pancakes and tiramisu, so I needed to find a way to combine them into one dish," explains Chef Tony Tipping from St. Albert's WildRoots Bistro. "I also took it as a personal challenge to make the thickest pancakes possible.” His trick? Stainless steel All-Clad gratin dishes. Keeping things clean and organized is key in his kitchen. “Measure everything out before you start cooking, and clean as you go. Have fun, and don’t rush it

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