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Fresh off the "it's 105 degrees and pouring rain in Santa Clarita" kick off to fall in Santa Clarita, we bring you dreams of sweater weather, fireplace cuddles and the flavor of the season: pumpkin spice that's oh-so-nice.

Pumpkin Pancakes at Marston's Restaurant
Mark your calendars for October 1, because that's when Chef Jim McCardy brings back his famous Pumpkin Pancakes served piping hot with spiced butter. Slice into your luscious stacks of light-and-fluffy seasonal goodness near the firepit on Marston's patio for the quintessential fall moment.
Marston's 253-9910

Your Favorite Fall Desserts at Wolf Creek
Six Layer Coffee Toffee Torte, Carrot Cake Squares, Meghan's Famous Chocolate Layer Cake and more are now available via catering orders at Wolf Creek - though many of Pastry Chef Meghan's creations make it onto the restaurant's daily menu, too.
Wolf Creek Restaurant & Brewing Co. 263-9653

Pumpkin Spice Bundts at Nothing Bundt Cakes
A featured flavor through December 4, Nothing Bundt Cakes's Pumpkin Spice is the dessert equivalent of your favorite fall festival - sweet, memorable and something you look forward to year after year. Crowned with NBC's signature cream cheese frosting, these beauties can be topped with pumpkins, fall leaves or a cute witch design complete with hats and boots.
Nothing Bundt Cakes 291-2424