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For us, certain food and drink occasions feel tied to the seasons. You won’t find the AT team having a pub roast between June – September, and god forbid we touch an Aperol Spritz when the sun sets before 6pm. Brunch however never goes out of style, and in the capital, there’s stiff competition for the best. Whether you’re a bottomless fiend or just a poached egg connoisseur, we’ve rounded up London’s best new brunch offerings – now pass us a Mimosa:

1. For an Italian Brunch: Capilungo

What: Capilungo in Covent Garden is breaking away from the early morning norm and bringing its own traditions to brunch with its newly launched menu. Each dish has been crafted by the team and inspired by the vibrant culinary traditions of Lecce, a picturesque city in southern Italy.

Eat: The menu highlights traditional brunch favourites infused with the signature tastes of the region. Expect dishes such as Eggs Benedict with Capocollo di Martina Franca ham from Lecce and a unique Focaccia Royale with smoked salmon, paprika hollandaise served on freshly baked rosemary focaccia instead of the traditional English muffin. There’s also French Toast with pistachio mascarpone cream, Barese almonds and seasonal berries, and Basil Shakshuka topped with Stracciatella Cheese – a local delicacy from Lecce.

Where: 76 Long Acre, WC23 9LB

2. For a Classic Brunch: The Wolseley City

What: The Wolseley City, younger sister to the original Piccadilly site, has rolled out its new brunch menu, available every Saturday and Sunday. Plus, there’s live jazz on Sundays.​

Eat: Expect all your brunch classics here – Buttermilk Pancakes served with a choice of seasonal berries and crème fraiche to cured streaky bacon, Mashed Avocado and Confit Tomato with Poached Eggs as well as renowned Wolseley classics such as Eggs Benedict and Smoked Salmon and Scrambled eggs on Sourdough.

Where: 68 King William St, London EC4N 7HR

3. For a Champagne Brunch: Marceline

What: Marceline – Canary Wharf’s new floating restaurantinspired by the brasseries of Paris and playful Grand Cafes of New York – has launched its weekend brunch series, Champagne Cellar Raid.

Eat: On Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 4pm brunch dishes are served alongside cellar-price sparkling wines (many reduced to less than half their usual list price). The extensive brunch menu ranges from the light to the full bodied, including Croque Monsieur or Madame, Oysters, Steak Tartare, French Toast, a full Breakfast Grill, and a series of substantial salads including the much-loved Tuna Niçoise. Guests are able to choose bottles starting at £35 (Channing Daughters Bianco Pet Nat, from Long Island in New York State – ordinarily £65) through to £148 (Dom Perignon, Champagne 2013, ordinarily £300).

Where: Wood Wharf, 10 Water St, London, E14 5GX

4. For a South London Brunch: Jazu

What: Over in South London, Jazu is a newly opened Hi-Fi cocktail bar brought to life by co-founders Jimmy Hanmer, Scott  Addison and Rosie Robertson. The weekend brunch offers ingredient-led dishes, highlighting the many elements that are made in-house.

Eat: Signature brunch dishes include: Eggs Benedict with house-cured bacon using rare-breed pork; Crispy pork fat hash browns; and French Toast with caramelised brioche and pistachio, yoghurt, blackberries and bourbon caramel. Thirsty? Don’t miss the rotating line-up of cocktail specials – House Bellini, Bloody Mary and Oaxacan Lemonade.

Where: 2 Deptford High Street, London, SE8 4AF

5. For a Sharing Brunch: The Farmer’s Mistress

What: The Farmer’s Mistress in Battersea has relaunched under new management, with the restaurant now focusing on a strong farm-to-table ethos, relying on ethically sourced British produce. On weekends, the restaurant now offers new Brunch Board Sharers, for four to six people after 2pm.

Eat: The generously sized boards are available for pre-order online, and come in a regular, or veggie option starting from £20pp. Included are cult favourites such as the Cornbread Smash, Chicken or Oyster Mushroom Waffle, and Toasted Banana Bread – served with a smorgasbord of sides including Halloumi Fries and Tater Tots.

Where: 300 Battersea Park Rd, London SW11 3BU