The Ashmont Grill serves a sophisticated breakfast strata for brunch on Saturday and Sunday. This time of year, it’s made with crustless brioche, raclette cheese, leeks, roasted butternut squash, and small, sweet Seckel pears — peasant food made elegant.   — Rachel Travers

ASHMONT GRILL 555 Talbot Avenue, Dorchester, 617-825-4300, ashmontgrill.com