The Digest | New Jersey Magazine
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B R U N C H O N S U N D A Y S A N D S A T U R D A Y S The Meeting House Princeton experienced increasing popularity with their weekend brunches. Serving the decadent fried chicken with the fluffiest pancakes, Maher and Gautam envisioned a weekend community spot just like in Manhattan. Whether joining the house for a fresh mimosa in broad daylight or taking the family out for a Saturday breakfast, brunch at The Meeting House covers it all. "In New York, brunch is a Saturday and Sunday celebration of the workweek with family, friends, and everyone in between. Imagine a place where our kids celebrate their birthdays and return in years time for a cocktail at the bar. We wanted to bring that same hub to New Jersey where many restaurants only chose to brunch one day of the week: Sunday," said Gautam. O P E N I N G B E F O R E C O V I D - 1 9 Opening three months before the COVID-19 global pandemic shutdown stunted the growth of The Meeting House among many other restaurants. Within 48 hours of closure, Gautam decided to work with local charity Share My Meals to help feed the food insecure in the Princeton community. A powerful act of kindness, The Meeting House uplifted a community in need during a time of uncertainty and isolation, the complete opposites of gathering together. "It's not easy going to work every day knowing you're going to lose. But as the world returns to a version of normal, we are better equipped for any challenge now," said Gautam, opening up about the tumultuous year of staying optimistic. As the world opens back up, The Meeting House Princeton stands as the common ground to celebrate the ups and downs of the past year. Within the casual yet sophisticated atmosphere of The Meeting House, there's a reason for everyone to gather, to laugh, and to embrace the rocky yet gratifying parts of life. I'll meet you there. V U E N J .C O M 132