Mary's Broiled Grapefruit???
To some a broiled grapefruit for breakfast could sound like the most unappetizing meal on the planet. To others it sounds like a healthy and delicious way to start the day. Betty's on Virginia serves something called Mary's Broiled Grapefruit and I had been hearing from friends that it was very good. To me, the dish sounded interesting, but never something that I thought would 'fuel the tanks' until lunch. Recently my doc told me to start eating healthier and suggested that I start with a small breakfast (something I usually skip altogether).
The first item that I scanned on the menu, upon arriving to Betty's, was The Love Sandwich. Many times I have found myself eating this delicious bagel and cream cheese bomb, and many times I have thought to myself (afterwards), "I should have tried the broiled grapefruit." Well, today was the day that I went for the healthy alternative. I just happened to be having breakfast with Carroll Simon, co-owner of Betty's, and when I ordered the broiled grapefruit she exclaimed, "That's my favorite item on the menu... it's named after my mother. When I first put that on the menu people thought I was crazy. But it caught on and now it is one of our better sellers. "
Now that ultimate Frisbee season is here and I have to run against kids who are a lot younger than me, I figure that it can't hurt to try out some of these lighter alternatives. When my grapefruit arrived I must say that I was surprised to see that it actually looked quite appetizing. It had indeed been sectioned and broiled, and it had a light sprinkling of brown sugar caramelized on its surface. There was a pile of fruit off to the side (a welcomed bonus) that consisting of grapes, melon, pineapple and orange slices.
The meal was a real success. The grapefruit was juicy and delicious... and the side of fruit actually hit the spot as well. I found that I was utterly content by the end of breakfast and I even thought to myself that I should make this a routine in the morning. Plus, I think that Betty's has some of the best coffee in Buffalo, and the servers are quick to fill up your cup whenever they pass by. Who knew that Mary's Broiled Grapefruit would be such a winner?
Betty's is located @ 370 Virginia off Elmwood (716-362-0633)
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viking
Absolutely one of Buffalo's best places for Sunday Brunch, worth the wait if it's busy and great wait staff. Eat outside if you can.
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Christa Seychew
Betty's certainly has some of the best coffee in town. I've never had anything but an amazing breakfast with them. Broiled grapefruit is a classic French recipe. To the best of my knowlege it became very popular here amongst the more refined crowd in the 50's. Many French items gained popuarity here once air travel was available to the public. I think the Waldorf served it. The grapefruit is generally topped with brown sugar, broiled, then garnished with half of a maraschino cherry. Many chefs have played with the recipe over the years. Cinnamon is a nice addition. (Too much information? Sorry, I got a little excited!)
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