OK, maybe I spoke too soon. People around here are ESPECIALLY keen on brunch. It’s not just a meal between breakfast and lunch. It’s a moment, a vibe, a mimosa without judgement, and The Nucleus Cafe (405 Water St., Eau Claire) has dished up all that and more for years. The Good Wives (2161 Eastridge Center, Eau Claire) grew into a fast favorite, and all the proof you need can be found in whatever you order. I recommend the Good Wives Hash, which comes with their uber-popular hashbrowns. Fella’s Loaded Goat (1305 Menomonie St., Eau Claire), also a relatively new spot on the scene, serves up a seriously yummy, generously portioned brunch. That’s a hangover cure on a plate, folks. —McKenna Scherer