‘Love Island’ Breakfasts That Would Turn Heads in the Villa

There is no greater mystery than mealtime on Love Island. Sure, we’ve seen the occasional dinner date, when the men chef it up and serve cold unseasoned spaghetti in the name of romance. But everyday lunches and dinners? No matter how many hours you log watching the show—basically a full-time job—those meals remain under wraps.

Breakfast, however, is front and center, and just so happens to be the ultimate sign of courtship. Someone made you an iced coffee? Now that’s a spark. A pile of scrambled eggs? The public is rooting for you. A heart-shaped pancake? Full-on vulnerability. Read on for breakfast recipes we’d proudly serve in the villa (or casa). Maybe you’ll find one that’s a bit of you.

BA's Best Soft Scrambled Eggs

Everyone knows overcooked scrambled eggs will doom your blossoming relationship. This soft-scrambled technique will up your odds of making it to the finale.

Ponzu Salmon and Avocado Toast

Impress your beau with a smoked salmon upgrade of avocado toast. They do say regularly eating salmon can lower your heart rate, which is key to winning the heart rate challenge.

BA’s Best Buttermilk Pancakes

These floofy pancakes can be shaped into romantic hearts, the first letter of your lover’s name, and smiley faces (with the help of some blueberries and bacon).

Iced Café de Olla

There are few things more important than getting an islander’s coffee order right. One scoop, two scoops, three scoops of sugar? Make this spiced syrup instead.

Honey and Bitters Fruit Salad

Of course every breakfast plate needs something cold and hydrating, like a vibrant fruit salad, to fuel the long day ahead of breakups and makeups.

Breakfast Burrito to Go

There are plenty of places one might go around the villa: day beds, the pool, more day beds. This burrito packed with protein and veggies is a great accompaniment to all the travel.

Bacon in the Oven

While stovetop bacon elicits explosive splatters, this oven method is great for the shirtless cooks. No burn marks here.

Quick and Cheesy Omelet Roll-Up

A foolproof omelet you can eat with one hand while you apply eyeliner or lift weights in the other. It’s a busy schedule. Multitasking comes in handy.

Mango and Greens Smoothie

Packed with tropical flavors, this smoothie is a cinch to throw together—so islanders can spend less time hovering over a blender, and more time cracking on.