Drink your calories: Looking for a cozy holiday cocktail? Put a twist on the traditional eggnog delight: Mix that yummy eggnog with fig puree, bourbon, almond milk, nutmeg, and a sprig of thyme. Bring on the figgy pudding and holiday guests! … Eureka! in SLO has brought on the winter flavors, including spiced caramel popcorn, cauliflower bites, smoked salmon dip, shaved Brussels sprouts, a short rib kimchi burger, and a house-made pimento grilled cheese with seasonal soup … The Vegetable Butcher is now offering Sunday brunch! Get ready for chilaquiles, fried chicken breakfast tacos, strawberry avocado toast, and more (712 Marsh St., SLO) … Scout Coffee on Garden Street in SLO is offering a butterscotch latte that is what holiday dreams are made of (@scoutcoffee on Instagram). Δ
Hayley Thomas Cain is always looking for new and exciting bites. Send ideas, suggestions, and hot nibbles to hthomas@newtimesslo.com.
This article appears in Nov 23 – Dec 3, 2017.

