I’m already getting that shiver down my spine that signals sweater weather is almost here. That shiver could also be sweat, since North Texas is clinging to 90-degree temperatures like I cling to ’90s pop culture references.
In keeping with the spirit of fall, we’re checking out some of the spots that have just started serving up seasonal flavors. And I’ve decided to hedge my bets and assume that at least one of you lovely readers is into both pumpkin spice flavors and brunch.
Pumpkin spice refers to a blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, clove and allspice. According to a 2018 article from History.com, nutmeg is an extremely significant commodity in global history. According to another article from the BBC, nutmeg production was so profitable in the late 1600s, it drove the Dutch to hand over its ownership of New Amsterdam — now New York — to the British.
Spice trade history aside, let’s get real: It’s not just college girls who love pumpkin spice lattes, pastries and all that jazz. To all the burly, macho guys out there who secretly look to the seasonal return of the Great Pumpkin in the form of a PSL, don’t worry. You’re just carrying on tradition.
Apple cinnamon sweets at Keke’s Breakfast Cafe
If you’re more into apple than pumpkin, Keke’s Breakfast Cafe has several iterations of apple cinnamon on offer. Their seasonal menu kicks off Sept. 25 and features not just pumpkin spice pancakes, but stuffed apple cinnamon French toast, apple cinnamon waffles and apple cinnamon pancakes.
They’re also pouring autumn sangria and caramel coffee. The former blends merlot with citrus and “a hint of spiced brown sugar,” according to a press release, along with a cinnamon stick garnish. The caramel coffee comes hot or iced and is served with whipped cream and caramel drizzle.
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All things pumpkin at Sunny Street Cafe
Pumpkin is the featured flavor at Sunny Street Cafe, and pancakes are just the beginning. Pumpkin spice donut holes, a pumpkin brown sugar muffin and pumpkin cream cold brew also appear on their menu. If it’s savory you’re after, the regular menu has the usual brunch fare of omelettes, three different eggs Benedict, stuffed biscuits and gravy, migas breakfast tacos and several other options.
Diners looking for gluten-free dishes on their breakfast and lunch menus can find that info online.
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Pumpkin spice latte and cocktail at Seven Mile Cafe
For those wanting something a bit stronger, there’s an autumnal cocktail at Seven Mile Cafe. Their Spiked Pumpkin Nola features Kahlua coffee liqueur, Bailey’s Irish cream, pumpkin puree, cold brew concentrate and milk. They’ve also got a pumpkin spice latte made with pumpkin puree, espresso and steamed milk topped with whipped cream and cinnamon. A pumpkin spice muffin, French toast and pancakes with cream cheese glaze, pumpkin puree and candied walnuts round out their pumpkin-rich seasonal menu.
Vegetarian and vegan foodies will find quite a few dairy- and meat-free savories on their breakfast menu. A vegan cheese biscuit served with vegan butter, and biscuits with vegan gravy appear alongside Beyond chicken and waffles, vegan migas with JUST eggs and a black bean breakfast burger.
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Erin Ratigan is a freelance journalist and writer specializing in narrative news features. You can find her on X @erinratigan.
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