8 thick slices rich brioche bread (day-old or dried slightly)
4 large eggs
3/4 whole milk + 1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp kosher salt
3 tbsp unsalted butter for frying
1 cup Pure maple syrup, fresh berries, powdered sugar
1 clove garlic, halved (for rubbing toasted bread)