I'm no great chef, but I can cook/acquire a better breakfast than what I'd usually order. There is little sense of a "value for money." Eg: I can buy top notch pancake mix and maple syrup that would last me for quite some time at under $20. Eggs and bacon are just plain easy to cook. Bread and bagels can be bought down the street for an insignificant cost.

Now brunch. Oh my.... That's a whole different kettle of fish. I can't wait till I am in Hong Kong next month for the Intercontinental's feast.