RICOTTA PANCAKES

First Watch is a breakfast, brunch or lunch restaurant on South Lamar In a twist on their standard multigrain pancake, fresh whipped ricotta cheese is added to the batter, creating a light and airy cake. The creamy lemon curd and the seasonal berries atop the short stack of pancakes provide a burst of bright flavors you don’t want to miss. Bonus point: Add an order of First Watch Million Dollar Bacon, a plate full of hardwood-smoked bacon glazed with brown sugar, black pepper, a hint of cayenne pepper and a maple syrup drizzle.

Sushi

In a strip center off Jackson Ave, Kabuki is a convenient place to stop for sushi. The freshness and texture of the nigiri is spot on, and will spoil you if you are used to pre-packaged version. The sushi at Kabuki has a west coast freshness that one would expect in San Franciso but can be found right here in Oxford. The nigiri salmon, tuna, and white fish is perfectly placed on pillows of sushi rice. One bite delights. The California rolls are large well formed wheels of goodness, topped with soy sauce and a bit of wasabi.