“[A] tenderhearted, humorous debut . . . The majority of her stories reflect the loving, chaotic atmosphere of her family, both in and out of the restaurant kitchen, but Pandl doesn't sugarcoat the darker ones with unnecessary sentimentality . . . Sweet, simple and often funny.”—Kirkus Reviews

“A witty and affectionate debut from Pandl, . . . rife with colorful recollections of familial adventures . . . Her parents, whom she calls Terry and George, are kooky for sure, but when George is in boss mode, he transforms into a twitching, tongs-wielding, dining-room tyrant. But it’s all part of the lovable, unforgettable package that is George—which makes Pandl’s story all the more poignant as she writes of Terry’s illness and death, and later, George’s own illness and dependence on his children . . . There’s much to relate in this worthwhile read, from funny family and workplace tales to thoughtful musings on faith, mortality, and loyalty.”—Publishers Weekly

“This is the author’s first book and it’s a winner . . . Pandl’s recounting of her youth is hilarious. But she is also capable of pathos and as her parents age and die, I wept along with her. I definitely recommend this book and look forward to Pandl’s future endeavors.”—Reviews for You

“Pandl's Restaurant in Milwaukee is a Midwest tradition: What makes Julia Pandl’s memoir shine is not only its charm and humor, but also its insiders' look at how high standards and love equals extraordinary food. In Memoir of the Sunday Brunch she cooks up a delicious story that deserves a wide audience. We thank her for the memories.”—Jacquelyn Mitchard, author, The Deep End of the Ocean

“I don’t use the word ‘charming’ often, but that is the word that kept coming to mind as I read Julia Pandl’s memoir. Funny, sad, sweet, inspiring, every page wrapped in genuine emotion and sharp-eyed wisdom, Memoir of the Sunday Brunch is the work of a writer we’ll want to watch.”—Keith Dixon, author of Cooking for Gracie and The Art of Losing