Who better to understand the importance of breakfast before a big day than an athlete turned professional chef?.
With the help of former professional athlete turned "Top Chef" star, Chris Jacobson (CJ), Garden Inn has three distinctive recipes specifically designed to give busy travelers the stamina and nutrition they need to tackle their big day.
The new "BIG DAY Breakfast" is loaded with ingredients rich in iron, fiber, omega-3 essential fatty acids, vitamins, antioxidants and other nutrients.
The breakfast menu was born out of the desire to provide guests with a flavorful way to start their big day while helping to provide them with energy and stamina.
New breakfast choices in the "BIG DAY Breakfast"™ menu feature: - CJ's Signature Waffle — Hilton Garden Inn "Many Grain" Waffle with Freshly-made Blueberry Thyme Compote.
- The Hearty Hash — Brisket Hash with Fresh Kale, Grilled Whole Grain Bread and Poached Egg served with Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes. Tofu is available for those looking for a vegetarian option.
- A portable "wrap" version will also be available as part of the menu for travelers on-the-go.
- Great Granola & Flax — Granola and Flaxseed Parfait with Plain Yogurt, Fresh Strawberries and Honey.
"HGI is proud to provide guests with a unique twist on breakfast," says Jim Cone, vice president of marketing for Hilton Garden Inn. "As the most important meal of the day, we wanted to offer menu items that would prepare our guests for their big day while introducing them to tasty flavors that would aide in their stamina and performance."
"From the Great Granola & Flax to The Hearty Hash, the recipes I created with HGI are all about giving guests maximum energy and nutrition in a way that is new, flavorful and fun," says CJ. "When designing the menu for HGI, I relied heavily on my own nutritional habits both on the road and as a professional athlete."
