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Michael Zee knows how to make a delicious and beautiful breakfast spread, and when he started creating appetizing symmetric breakfasts for himself and his boyfriend Mark van Beek, Instagram just ate it up!

"People wonder if I’m crazy or obsessive," Zee told the Guardian, "but it is a declaration of love, really. I'm dedicated – both to breakfast and to Mark." He sometimes preps the night before and he hasn't missed a day in a YEAR! They also try to follow different international breakfast traditions to keep things interesting.

More info: symmetrybreakfast.com | Instagram | Twitter (h/t: guardian, mymodernmet)
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eros007
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10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I like the effort and the color and the style of all. I don't think quite a few people would be satisfied by the portion size. I hope someone is there who likes cleanup. Lucky receiver of all this work and attention!

Allison Davis
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9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

thoes comenting that its not enough food, you clearly have no clue on what portion sizes are and europian breakfasts

JeannieCarle
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10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think it's very pretty - but I want FOOD for breakfast - not a croissant and a handful of berries LOL

IanMoore
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10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's pretty clear that there is a sandwich inside of those croissants.

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    Kahlo Smith
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just looking at those delicate pancakes makes me ready for breakfast UwU

    Cats4Life
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    SAUSAGESSAUSAGESSAUSAGESSAUSAGES

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    MarionAßmann
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i know trhem... that is ajarski khachapuri... a cheese filled bread from Georgia... they look perfect!

    JamesWade
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Turkey this is known as Pide. After being stationed in Turkey for 2 years in the 90's I've been wanting to learn how to make Pide myself. I finally found a recipe on Pinterest and plan on making some this winter.

    MerveGüleroğlu
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, I'm from Turkey and that's why I was wondering what that is. They look very similar to Pide but obviously not the same. I got a response saying it was 'adjaruli khatchapuri' from Georgia^^

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    DelBuell
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He can cook at my house anytime!!!

    MerveGüleroğlu
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What are these bread thingies called?

    KateGogishvili
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it is called adjaruli khatchapuri. And ot is most delicios national dish from Georgia the country. Boat shaped bread filled with cheese with agg and butter on top.

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    Kahlo Smith
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's actually a really sweet idea!

    RoséRose
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know why but seeing really symmetrical breakfasts relaxes me, it just seems perfect. It's probably my OCD, I just hate untidy things

    JessieYou
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You need real foods 4 breakfast m8,not just a hanful of berries and a lante:/

    Allison Davis
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i think you missed the bowl of what looks like cerial of some sort, to alot of people this is real food

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    ahlst_jazmy20
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is so cool. I wish someone would do this for me...

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    ShakibEbrahimi
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you're referring to the pastries Christine, They are some sort of traditional cookies from Iran. Basically the soft baked pastry has a layer of crushed walnuts mixed with brown sugar, cinnamon and cardamom in the middle. Vary tasty treat!

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    JohnBanister
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I suppose if the nuts were symmetrical, they wouldn't be mixed nuts anymore.

    F Navi
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    could you tell me where I can find these Koloocheh?

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    Tarun
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's no mushroom people

    AlexMester
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    excuse me mam'but there seems to be a penis in my coffe

    SassLord
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Penises in coffee will be the next big thing

    PoorMan
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Uncircumcised espresso's. Silly fairies, d*%k's are for chick's!

    Devin
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Eggs...benedickt. #pleasedon'ttellmymother

    ValeriaBiscotti
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    il cazzuccino è il tocco di classe

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    Baked_Potato
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    mm.... cake for breakfast!

    SusanMoore
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cake for breakfast I approve.

    Kahlo Smith
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now I want to try baking a rainbow cake! This looks delicious. The breakfast of champions ;)

    LaurynSawyer
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Omg, it looks like my 10th birthday cake! Except this one's better (don't tell my mom!)

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    SusanMoore
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder where these lovely plates come from,

    jagbag
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was just thinking the same thing- what a great collection of dish ware!

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    Allison Davis
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    because it is normal for people to like coffee, besides it is balanced out with tea or juice for the other 2/3rds of the beverages

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    MichelleClarissa
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    that green tea latte looks delicious.

    SadiaJannat
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have the exact same plates ^.^

    AnnAlipio
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    matcha latte! this is perfect!

    OrCarmon
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    this whole meal is dreamy

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    AudreyFerragamo
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What love. What a healthy & creative cook. Much Impressed.

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    Anya Spyker
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is this man a professional chef? If not, he should be!

    Tia Fogle
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those plates are so cool! :o

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    AnnAlipio
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i love the simplicity of this breakfast. it doesn't have to be fancy all the time.

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    Viktoria Zellner
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    mhmmmm! einfach köstlich! zauberhaft, wie alle anderen dishes auch. :)

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    Kahlo Smith
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh my god! Those flowers! This one looks sooo good.

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    AnnAlipio
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    so much effort on that watermelon. i love it!

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    AnnAlipio
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do you really prepare this like every freakin' day? geez, that man is seriously lucky! many will envy this. #relationshipgoals

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    PennySchulze
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He can cook for me any o' time! Everything looks SOOO good & beautifully presented.

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    Tia Fogle
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are those steamed pork buns? :3

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    Victoria Rey Piuma
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love this one. I think I could eat this every day!

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    SophiaBlack
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Whoa these plates look amazing, I bet they're not available in my country...*sigh*

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    YaocalliCantu
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He is the luckiest man in the word , they are fantastic. where do you purchase the dishes?

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    TovaNapell
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love your Challah breakfast I am Jewish so I know what kind of bread it is are you Jewish

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    jagbag
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    10 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cheers to you! You can tell that these meals not only look great but taste great too, well done.

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    Viktoria Zellner
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    wunderschön! und dieser einfallsreichtum! genial!!!

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