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A Taxonomy of Brunchers

Illustrations by Kelly Bjork

Allecia Vermillion
Author: Allecia Vermillion
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The Morning After

Last night you went home together. This morning you’re wondering how to politely find out this person’s last name. 

Natural Habitat 

The Gerald, Glo’s, Brass Tacks

 

 

  


The Hangover Sufferer

Only the most carbiest, most gravy-laden gut bomb can vanquish this headache and restore the ability to conduct lucid conversation.
 

Natural Habitat 

Lost Lake, Hudson, Brave Horse Tavern

 

 



The Leisurely Mimosa Swiller

Gathers in droves wearing yoga pants, discussing weird coworkers and Nashville plotlines. 
 

Natural Habitat 

Barrio, Oddfellows, Ravish

 

 
 


The Thrifty Scenester

Constantly dining at prominent restaurants. Just doing it in the morning to avoid paying $30 for an entree.
 

Natural Habitat 

Terra Plata, Miller’s Guild, Agrodolce

 

 

 


The Over-Instagrammer

Requests the seat with the most natural light and orders what’s prettiest.
 

Natural Habitat 

Tilth, Tallulah’s, the Fat Hen

 




The Harried Parents

Got small children? The only time you’re seeing the inside of a nice restaurant is at 8:30am on a Sunday.
 

Natural Habitat 

The Dish, Morsel, Cheeky Cafe

 

 

 

 

This feature appeared in the February 2015 issue of Seattle Met magazine.

Published in the The Ultimate Guide to Brunch issue of Seattle Met.




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Allecia Vermillion
Allecia Vermillion
Allecia Vermillion has spent a decade at Seattle Met, arriving as food and drink editor, and expanding her role over the years. She served as the magazine’s editor in chief until moving into a newly created executive editor role in 2021. She spearheads Seattle Met’s food and drink coverage and oversees home design content. Allecia’s writing has earned her multiple journalism awards and two James Beard Award nominations over the years. A native of Portland, Oregon, Allecia began her writing life as a newspaper reporter in the Chicago suburbs before making a grateful return to the Pacific Northwest. She has an English degree from Washington University (no, the one in St. Louis) and a masters in journalism from Northwestern University. She lives in Seattle with her husband and two children.