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    "title": "From Cannoli French Toast to Coastal Eggs Benedict: Easter Brunch at Oliver\u2019s Italian and Blue Island Oyster Bar",
    "modified_at": "2026-03-16 22:31:17",
    "published_at": "2026-03-16 22:40:00",
    "url": "https://shuckinggoodhospitality.proof-pr.com/from-cannoli-french-toast-to-coastal-eggs-benedict-easter-brunch-at-olivers-italian-and-blue-island-oyster-bar",
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    "subtitle": "Shucking Good Hospitality Celebrates with Italian Brunch and Fresh Seafood",
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    "body": "<p><strong>DENVER, CO</strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https://www.shuckinggoodhospitality.com/\"><u>Shucking Good Hospitality (SGH),</u></a> led by Founder &amp; President Sean Huggard, celebrates Easter Sunday with brunch specials, fresh seafood, and cocktails at Oliver&rsquo;s Italian and Blue Island Oyster Bar and Seafood.<strong> On Sunday, April 5, the restaurants will offer Easter brunch dishes and drink specials </strong>alongside their full menus, providing a relaxed setting for families and friends to enjoy a celebratory holiday meal.</p><p>&ldquo;Easter is all about bringing people together over great food,&rdquo; said Sean Huggard, Founder and President of Shucking Good Hospitality. &ldquo;Whether guests are joining us for Italian-inspired brunch dishes at Oliver&rsquo;s or seafood lovers spread at Blue Island, we are so excited to welcome everyone in for the holiday.&rdquo;</p>\n    <figure\n        class=\"release-content-image release-content-image--contained release-content-image--align-center\"\n        data-component=\"image-zoom-popup\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-selector=\".release-content-image__image\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-i18n=\"data:application/json;base64,eyJEb3dubG9hZCI6IkRvd25sb2FkIn0=\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-tracking-views-event=\"Story Image View\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-tracking-download-event=\"Story Image Download\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-placement=\"content\"\n    >\n        <div class=\"image-thumbnail-rollover\" style=\"width: 35.56%\">\n            <img\n                src=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/777ce0c4-8572-4eb0-9dee-54d44c66d1b9/-/format/auto/\"\n                                class=\"release-content-image__image image-thumbnail-rollover__image\"\n                data-description=\"\"\n                id=\"image-777ce0c4-8572-4eb0-9dee-54d44c66d1b9\"\n                data-id=\"777ce0c4-8572-4eb0-9dee-54d44c66d1b9\"\n                data-original=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/777ce0c4-8572-4eb0-9dee-54d44c66d1b9/-/inline/no/Untitled\"\n                data-mfp-src=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/777ce0c4-8572-4eb0-9dee-54d44c66d1b9/-/format/auto/\"\n                alt=\"Story image\"\n            />\n            <div class=\"image-thumbnail-rollover__caption\">\n                <svg class=\"icon icon-expand image-thumbnail-rollover__caption-icon\">\n                <use xlink:href=\"#icon-expand\"></use>\n            </svg>            </div>\n        </div>\n\n        <figcaption class=\"release-content-image__caption\"></figcaption>\n    </figure>\n<h4 id=\"annual-easter-brunch-lobster-riot-at-blue-island-oyster-bar\" style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Annual Easter Brunch &amp; Lobster Riot at Blue Island Oyster Bar</strong></h4><p><strong>WHAT:</strong> <a href=\"https://www.blueislandoysterbar.com/\"><u>Blue Island Oyster Bar and Seafood&#039;s</u></a> annual Easter brunch service is back, centered on fresh seafood and coastal flavors. While the restaurant is best known for its dock-to-dish offerings and renowned oyster program, <strong>both Blue Island locations will open early at 10:30 a.m. for Easter,</strong> giving guests the opportunity to enjoy a seafood-forward brunch in its relaxed East Coast-inspired setting.</p>\n    <figure\n        class=\"release-content-image release-content-image--contained release-content-image--align-center\"\n        data-component=\"image-zoom-popup\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-selector=\".release-content-image__image\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-i18n=\"data:application/json;base64,eyJEb3dubG9hZCI6IkRvd25sb2FkIn0=\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-tracking-views-event=\"Story Image View\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-tracking-download-event=\"Story Image Download\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-placement=\"content\"\n    >\n        <div class=\"image-thumbnail-rollover\" style=\"width: 44.3%\">\n            <img\n                src=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/62a655c7-f76c-43ee-af68-bb2a3b55989e/-/resize/1200x/-/format/auto/\"\n                                    srcset=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/62a655c7-f76c-43ee-af68-bb2a3b55989e/-/resize/1200x/-/format/auto/ 1x, https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/62a655c7-f76c-43ee-af68-bb2a3b55989e/-/resize/2400x/-/format/auto/ 2x\"\n                                class=\"release-content-image__image image-thumbnail-rollover__image\"\n                data-description=\"\"\n                id=\"image-62a655c7-f76c-43ee-af68-bb2a3b55989e\"\n                data-id=\"62a655c7-f76c-43ee-af68-bb2a3b55989e\"\n                data-original=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/62a655c7-f76c-43ee-af68-bb2a3b55989e/-/inline/no/Blue+Island+Brunch-Crab-Cake+benedict.jpg\"\n                data-mfp-src=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/62a655c7-f76c-43ee-af68-bb2a3b55989e/-/resize/1200x/-/format/auto/\"\n                alt=\"Story image\"\n            />\n            <div class=\"image-thumbnail-rollover__caption\">\n                <svg class=\"icon icon-expand image-thumbnail-rollover__caption-icon\">\n                <use xlink:href=\"#icon-expand\"></use>\n            </svg>            </div>\n        </div>\n\n        <figcaption class=\"release-content-image__caption\"></figcaption>\n    </figure>\n<p><strong>Guests can enjoy a lineup of special brunch dishes, including:</strong></p><ul class=\"release-content-list release-content-list--bulleted release-content-list--align-inherit\"><li><span>Coastal Eggs Benedict with choice of Smoked Salmon or Crab Cake</span></li><li><span>American Breakfast</span></li><li><span>Pacific Seabass BLT </span></li><li><span>Sesame Tuna Pok&eacute; Salad</span></li><li><span>Grilled Salmon and Kale Salad</span></li><li><span>Lobster Seafood &amp; Avocado Salad</span></li></ul><p>Additional holiday features include Lobster Frites with half or whole crab stuffed Main Lobster, Filet &amp; Stuffed Lobster, Crab-Crusted Chilean Sea Bass, and Main Lobster &amp; Shrimp Risotto. Those looking to elevate the celebration can also enjoy luxury additions such as caviar service with house blinis and traditional accompaniments.</p><p>Guests can also cheers to the holiday with an assortment of brunch cocktails like a Blood Orange Mimosa, Peach-Thyme Bellini, Salty Girl Espresso Martini, or the Blue Island Bloody Mary. </p><p>Blue Island Oyster Bar&rsquo;s <strong>Lobster Riot</strong> is back with a special holiday edition of the beloved seafood feast. Available leading up to Easter on <strong>April 3 and 4,</strong> guests can ditch the marshmallow bunnies and chocolate eggs and enjoy a whole Steamed Maine Lobster served with fries and cole slaw for $35 from open to close.</p>\n    <figure\n        class=\"release-content-image release-content-image--contained release-content-image--align-center\"\n        data-component=\"image-zoom-popup\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-selector=\".release-content-image__image\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-i18n=\"data:application/json;base64,eyJEb3dubG9hZCI6IkRvd25sb2FkIn0=\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-tracking-views-event=\"Story Image View\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-tracking-download-event=\"Story Image Download\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-placement=\"content\"\n    >\n        <div class=\"image-thumbnail-rollover\" style=\"width: 33.61%\">\n            <img\n                src=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/83cdf490-c61e-4c6f-a542-9d6cc0d8d3d7/-/format/auto/\"\n                                class=\"release-content-image__image image-thumbnail-rollover__image\"\n                data-description=\"\"\n                id=\"image-83cdf490-c61e-4c6f-a542-9d6cc0d8d3d7\"\n                data-id=\"83cdf490-c61e-4c6f-a542-9d6cc0d8d3d7\"\n                data-original=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/83cdf490-c61e-4c6f-a542-9d6cc0d8d3d7/-/inline/no/Untitled\"\n                data-mfp-src=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/83cdf490-c61e-4c6f-a542-9d6cc0d8d3d7/-/format/auto/\"\n                alt=\"Story image\"\n            />\n            <div class=\"image-thumbnail-rollover__caption\">\n                <svg class=\"icon icon-expand image-thumbnail-rollover__caption-icon\">\n                <use xlink:href=\"#icon-expand\"></use>\n            </svg>            </div>\n        </div>\n\n        <figcaption class=\"release-content-image__caption\"></figcaption>\n    </figure>\n<h4 id=\"festive-italian-brunch-at-greenwood-villages-olivers-italian\" style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Festive Italian Brunch at Greenwood Village&rsquo;s Oliver&rsquo;s Italian</strong></h4><p><strong>WHAT: </strong>At <a href=\"https://www.oliversitalian.com/\"><u>Oliver&rsquo;s Italian</u></a>, Easter brunch builds on the restaurant&rsquo;s lively weekend brunch tradition, where Italian-inspired dishes, spritzes, and shareable plates set the tone. Known for Roman-style Pinsas, pastas, and a bright East Coast-inspired atmosphere, Oliver&rsquo;s offers a welcoming setting in the heart of Greenwood Village.</p>\n    <figure\n        class=\"release-content-image release-content-image--contained release-content-image--align-center\"\n        data-component=\"image-zoom-popup\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-selector=\".release-content-image__image\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-i18n=\"data:application/json;base64,eyJEb3dubG9hZCI6IkRvd25sb2FkIn0=\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-tracking-views-event=\"Story Image View\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-tracking-download-event=\"Story Image Download\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-placement=\"content\"\n    >\n        <div class=\"image-thumbnail-rollover\" style=\"width: 49.72%\">\n            <img\n                src=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/0bc0c643-2934-4ed9-b776-52276f8389ab/-/format/auto/\"\n                                class=\"release-content-image__image image-thumbnail-rollover__image\"\n                data-description=\"\"\n                id=\"image-0bc0c643-2934-4ed9-b776-52276f8389ab\"\n                data-id=\"0bc0c643-2934-4ed9-b776-52276f8389ab\"\n                data-original=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/0bc0c643-2934-4ed9-b776-52276f8389ab/-/inline/no/Untitled\"\n                data-mfp-src=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/0bc0c643-2934-4ed9-b776-52276f8389ab/-/format/auto/\"\n                alt=\"Story image\"\n            />\n            <div class=\"image-thumbnail-rollover__caption\">\n                <svg class=\"icon icon-expand image-thumbnail-rollover__caption-icon\">\n                <use xlink:href=\"#icon-expand\"></use>\n            </svg>            </div>\n        </div>\n\n        <figcaption class=\"release-content-image__caption\"></figcaption>\n    </figure>\n<p><strong>Guests can enjoy Italian-inspired brunch specials like: </strong></p><ul class=\"release-content-list release-content-list--bulleted release-content-list--align-inherit\"><li><span>Italian Scrambled Eggs</span></li><li><span>Cannoli French Toast</span></li><li><span>Frittata</span></li><li><span>Chicken Parmesan Sandwich</span></li><li><span>Chop Salad</span></li></ul><p>Guests can complement their Easter brunch with Oliver&rsquo;s Bottomless Spritz Special, featuring Aperol Spritz, Bianco Spritz, Blood Orange Mimosa, or Peach Bellini for $18.99. Oliver&rsquo;s regular menu is also available throughout the day, including pastas like Spicy Vodka, Carbonara, and Shrimp Scampi, along with Roman-style Pinsas (pizzas) with options like Mortadella and Pistachio and traditional Margherita. </p><p style=\"text-align: center\"><em>###</em></p><p><em><strong>About Shucking Good Hospitality</strong></em></p><p><em>Shucking Good Hospitality (SGH) is a Denver-based restaurant and hospitality group led by chef and restaurateur Sean Huggard. SGH operates three celebrated concepts across the Denver area: Blue Island Oyster Bar and Seafood in Cherry Creek North and Lone Tree, Oliver&rsquo;s Italian in Greenwood Village, and the soon-to-open Ash and Agave in the iconic Cherry Creek Shopping Center. Built on a fervent passion for exceptional dining and genuine hospitality, SGH has earned a reputation for freshness, consistency, and thoughtfully executed menus. From East Coast-inspired oyster bars to Italian-American comfort food and wood-fired coastal Mexican, SGH&rsquo;s diverse portfolio reflects a deep understanding of what makes a hospitality brand thrive: connection, quality, and operational excellence.</em></p><div class=\"release-content-contact\" id=\"contact-9d212eb6-9285-48d6-a551-b17dc5bba931\">\n    <div class=\"release-content-contact__avatar\"><img src=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/f7d6ffcb-f55b-468f-afaa-06528bc35530/-/scale_crop/128x128/center/-/format/auto/\" alt=\"Brynna Schroeder\" class=\"release-content-contact__avatar-image\" /></div>\n    <div class=\"release-content-contact__details\">\n        <strong class=\"release-content-contact__name\">Brynna Schroeder</strong>\n        <em class=\"release-content-contact__description\">Account Manager, Proof PR</em>\n        <ul class=\"release-content-contact__details-list\"><li class=\"release-content-contact__details-list-item\"><a href=\"mailto:brynna@proof-pr.com\"  class=\"release-content-contact__details-list-item-link\" title=\"brynna@proof-pr.com\"><svg class=\"icon icon-paper-plane release-content-contact__details-list-item-icon\">\n                <use xlink:href=\"#icon-paper-plane\"></use>\n            </svg>brynna@proof-pr.com</a></li>\n<li class=\"release-content-contact__details-list-item\"><a href=\"tel:720.505.7040\"  class=\"release-content-contact__details-list-item-link\" title=\"720.505.7040\"><svg class=\"icon icon-phone release-content-contact__details-list-item-icon\">\n                <use xlink:href=\"#icon-phone\"></use>\n            </svg>720.505.7040</a></li>\n<li class=\"release-content-contact__details-list-item\"><a href=\"https://proof-pr.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"release-content-contact__details-list-item-link\" title=\"proof-pr.com\"><svg class=\"icon icon-browser release-content-contact__details-list-item-icon\">\n                <use xlink:href=\"#icon-browser\"></use>\n            </svg>proof-pr.com</a></li></ul>\n    </div>\n</div><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>",
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