Parallel 37 at The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco Launches "Second Sunday" Brunch Series

SAN FRANCISCO, CA--(Marketwired - Jan 6, 2016) - Parallel 37, the critically acclaimed restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco, is pleased to announce the debut of its monthly brunch series -- "Second Sunday" -- offered exclusively on the second Sunday of each month.

Mirroring Parallel 37's globally inspired, modern California cuisine, "Second Sunday" brunch features an extravagant spread of dishes crafted with the Bay Area's finest ingredients by Chef de Cuisine and Charlie Trotter-alum, Michael Rotondo, as well as a custom Bloody Mary bar. Chef Rotondo will change the menu monthly, highlighting the best ingredients the season and local markets have to offer.

The open-format brunch at the San Francisco hotel includes chef's action stations serving hand-carved meats and entrées including Herb Roasted Prime Rib with Périgord sauce and wild mushrooms, Roasted Sea Scallops with Meyer lemon and polenta, and King Salmon "Wellington" with creamed leeks and romesco sauce; made-to-order breakfast specialties such as Truffle Eggs Benedict; raw bar with delicacies including caviar, oysters, shrimp, sushi, and other fresh seasonal seafood such as Halibut Ceviche with Jimmy Nardello pepper and Tuna Tartare with crispy rice and wasabi aioli; California artisanal cheeses and charcuterie with house-made accoutrements such as Beet & Chevre Mousse and Spiced Apple Chips; artisanal breads; an elaborate dessert display; custom Bloody Mary bar; and mimosas. Also included in "Second Sunday Brunch" is an assortment of Dim Sum, inspired by nearby Chinatown, where Chef Rotondo sources many of his ingredients. Dom Pérignon by-the-glass is also available for those wishing to indulge in the ultimate luxury brunch experience.

The "Second Sunday" brunch menu is available from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for $115 per guest, exclusive of tax and gratuity. Dom Pérignon by-the-glass is available for an additional $55 per glass. Reservations are now being accepted and can be made at www.parallel37sf.com or by calling (415) 773-6198.

About The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
Completely transformed and reimagined, The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco sets a new standard of excellence in the City by the Bay, drawing inspiration from the alluring designs of couture and the city's iconic architecture. Set within a 1909 Neoclassical landmark building in the prestigious Nob Hill neighborhood, The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco is the city's only AAA Five Diamond hotel and is a recent winner of a "Best in the World Award" by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler for 2015. Conveniently located in the heart of the city, the iconic hotel is nearby San Francisco's most visited attractions and the historic cable car is accessible right outside its doors. Offering globally-inspired California cuisine and seasonal cocktails at the award-winning Parallel 37, the largest luxury Club Level experience in San Francisco, and more than 23,000 sq. ft. of grand event spaces, the 336-room Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco provides the ultimate in personalized Ritz-Carlton service, comfort and luxury.

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