SIPS

The holidays call for cheeky tiki drinks

Shore Leave, a tiki bar in the South End, amps up the giddy kitsch this winter with the arrival of Sippin’ Santa, a nationwide pop-up that takes over 27 select bars throughout the United States through Dec. 31. 6:00 p.m.

COOKBOOK REVIEW

The 'Canal House’ authors make everything look enticing

For years, this talented duo have photographed volumes for other chefs. Their new book is a treasure. 5:20 p.m.

Masaharu Morimoto — the ‘Iron Chef’ — to open restaurant at Hub on Causeway

Momosan Ramen Boston will be Hub Hall’s only standalone restaurant. 5:08 p.m.

HELP DESK

How to eat vegan while you’re flying

Matthew Ayer, known on Instagram and YouTube as The Veggie Pilot, shares his tips for maintaining a vegan diet away from home. 5:00 p.m.

A calendar for your favorite local coffee fiend

Each month celebrates a cafe in and around Cambridge. 3:56 p.m.

Cold brew isn’t too cold for some coffee drinkers

Back Bay Roasters roasts and brews coffee beans, purchased direct from farms in Central and South America and Africa, into a rich, clean-tasting beverage. 3:51 p.m.

Meat their expectations

Carnivores will be delighted by a gift box of Italian-style salamis from Moody’s Delicatessen & Provisions in Waltham. 3:46 p.m.

GETTING SALTY

Kristin Canty on avocado toast, her great commute, and why she keeps soy out of her restaurants

The farm advocate and restaurateur just opened Woods Hill Pier 4 in the old Anthony’s Pier 4 space. 2:00 p.m.

Halvah is here

Victoria Wallins, owner of Vermont’s Halvah Heaven, sells 10 halvah flavors, including five-spice Silk Road, Espresso, Cardamom Orange, Anise, and Peanut Butter. Maple, a top seller, gives a nod to a New England classic, maple syrup. 12:50 p.m.

FOOD

Chalawan in Porter Square is worth the wait

Chef Palm Amatawate wants ’to do proper Thai food, as authentic as possible’ 12:00 a.m.

BOTTLES

The story behind Mayflower Brewing’s Thanksgiving ale, and a look at what’s to come

Catching up with the Plymouth brewery’s founder, Drew Brosseau. 7:18 p.m.