Zab Zab Thai Cuisine
401 Lighthouse Ave., Monterey
747-2225, www.zabzabmonterey.com
Finish a hike in Jacks Peak right at sunset and you can’t seem to get warm? Fall into the ocean while checking out sea anemones? Scuba dive went so long your core feels like it will never thaw? Fear not. There’s hope. Head over to Zab Zab for some piping hot soup like classic tom kha, an affirming hot and sour soup made with coconut milk, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, chili and lime juice. Your impressive personal hot pot serving bowl will be placed directly onto your table with flames and all. For extra heat, hit up some of the red chili that looks mild but isn’t.