This Week In Gluttony
These are the top 6 food and drink events in Dallas this week
It's a short work week, but the lineup for food events is as strong as ever. We've got wine, whiskey, and beer on tap — get it? — for your drinking pleasure. Bet you can't pick just one of these food events to attend.
Tuesday, January 19
WhistlePig Whiskey Dinner at The Grape
Chef de cuisine Sarah Snow features a four-course bistro menu to complement each unique, aged whiskey. Special guest host is WhistlePig’s Doug Ward. The cost is $85 per person, and you can make reservations by calling 214-828-1981.
Wednesday, January 20
Sommelier's Choice: Sweet Wines at Whole Foods Preston Forest
Join a Whole Foods sommelier at 7 pm for a tasting that showcases current favorites in sweet wines. The class and tasting is free, but seating is limited. Register here.
Thursday, January 21
Pella Legna Wine Dinner at Stampede 66
Winemaker Dawn Leatherwood of Pelle Legna Wines comes to Dallas from Tyler, Texas for an intimate three-course dinner paired with music and wine. The evening starts with a reception at 6:30 pm, followed by a 7 pm dinner. Dinner is $70 and required reservations can be made by calling 214-550-6966 or by emailing Molly Hagler at mhagler@stephanpyles.com.
Opening House Tasting Event at Dallas Arboretum
The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens and Gil's Elegant Catering invite the community to an open house to give you a taste of the best vendors for your next special event. This event is free and happens from 6-9 pm in Rosine Hall. Register here.
Saturday, January 23
Community Beer Company's Third Year Anniversary
In the last year, Community Beer Company expanded its brewery and taproom operations, released some more exciting beers, started distributing in Austin, and had a blast while doing it all. At this anniversary event, Community taps rare beers while visitors rock out to local tunes, eat from food trucks, and enjoy a craft beer extravaganza. The event starts at noon and tickets start at $30. There will be no tickets sold at the door.
Walk Around Wine Tasting at Stocks & Bondy
Join chef Joanne Bondy and the in-house sommelier from 6-8 pm for this new event, which features three tasting selections from the extensive wine list, paired with culinary commodities. After you have tried all three you can score a glass of your favorite to enjoy. Any selection you would like to take home will also be available for a special discounted price. Tickets are $35 in advance, $45 the day of and at the door.