Well since we are all sitting back, waiting, with absolutely nothing better to do; I have a topic of discussion that maybe some kind soul will have time to comment on while we're waiting to receive our New Year's gifts. I was looking at my oblong little RIR eggs today thinking, surely I can do better than this, so.....if anyone wouldn't mind, I would personally like to know what breeds you experienced chickaholics really appreciate for egg production for eating. I am interested in a pretty, shiney, nicely-shaped large/extra large/jumbo egg preferably a pretty color of brown that gets laid daily from a hen with an enjoyable disposition (I can dream, can't I?). I have a couple of hatchery austrolorps that almost get this done for me, but would enjoy hearing about other's favorites. Pics of the eggs would be great. I thought the platter with the olive, brown, and speckled eggs was lovely. Tell us why you prefer the breed you do. Love my lav ameraucanas but wouldn't even dream of wasting one of those eggs on breakfast at this point! Thanks in advance.