This Week in Gluttony

Dallas brewery's birthday bash tops best food and drink events this week

Well, foodies, we hope you like vino, because this week is jammed with wine dinners. But there are options for craft beer enthusiasts too, as Lakewood celebrates its third birthday, and the vegan beer dinner returns to Libertine Bar.

Wednesday, July 29

Vegan Beer Dinner at Libertine Bar
It’s back! Start off the night with a refreshing amuse bouche paired with a Veev Acai champagne cocktail. The five-course dinner starts at 7 pm and includes watermelon caviar, spicy tempeh nori rolls, vegan charcuterie boards, "bbq ribs," and fudgy blueberry brownies with green tea ice cream. The meal costs $65 and includes the beer and liquor pairings. Reservations are required; call 214-824-7900.

Oak Cliff Cellars Wine Dinner at Bridge Bistro
Enjoy a pre-release wine dinner of Oak Cliff Cellars’ 2014 Napa Pinot Noir featuring chef Eric Shelton of Cafe Momentum. He cooks up four courses to show off this wine and other recent releases. Cost is $65, which is due at the end of the dinner. Register here.

Texas Sous Chef Dinner at CBD Provisions
CBD Provisions and Lucia sous chef Justin Holt co-host this annual event, where Texas sous chefs collaborate to prepare a 10-course plated dinner. The menu focuses on fresh, seasonal ingredients, with beverage pairings from CBD, FT33 and Bolsa (plus wine and beer). Participating chefs include Patrick Feges of Southern Goods, Nick Hurry of Proof & Pantry, Christian Koelling of Ten Ramen, Joshua Sutcliff of FT33, Carolanne Treadwell of Knife and more. Tickets are $100 for food and $145 for food and beverage pairings. Dinner begins at 7 pm. Call 214-261-4500 for reservations.

Thursday, July 30

Come-as-you-are Wine Dinner at The Grape
Enjoy wines from Spain as chef de cuisine (and Tastemaker Award winner) Sarah Snow creates an intimate three-course meal to complement selected wines. Special guest host Chelsey Rothe of Republic Beverage is slated to speak to each individual table about the wines selected. Dinner is $52, and reservations are recommended. Reservations can be made anytime between 5:30-9 pm.

Saturday, August 1

Sausage Fest 2015 at Main Street Garden
At this tongue-in-cheek event, each show from 105.3 The Fan has its very own unique sausage plate for purchase, while a cash bar supplies all of your favorite mixed drinks and cold beers. DJ Melissa Richey spins tunes, and Velcro Pygmies perform live on the main stage. Don’t miss sausage games for the chance to win an assortment of cool prizes, and go head and decide who you are going to soak in the dunk tank. Tickets are $15, and the fun lasts from 4-10 pm.

Lakewood Brewing Company’s Third Anniversary
This beloved Dallas brewery is celebrating another birthday with two days of fun. The festivities kick off on Saturday from noon-6 pm with a private party in the taproom, where your $30 ticket gets you a limited-edition, souvenir day one glass plus four 10-ounce pours of your choice. Live music and food trucks are also on the agenda. On Sunday, join the Lakewood Brewing Company crew at Goodfriend Beer Garden and Burger House for a different limited-edition, souvenir day two glass to collect as well (while supplies last). This event is free and lasts all day.

Sunday, August 2

Uncork for a Cause at Max’s Wine Dive
Texas Ranger Prince Fielder and his wife, Chanel, host this fundraiser from 7-9 pm that also serves as the release party for Fielder’s 2012 Sonoma Reserve red wine. Only two barrels of this limited-edition blend were bottled for the charity program. All guests enjoy food from executive chef Patrick Russell, wine and beer, plus an auction packed with Rangers gear, local and national sports items, and wine lots from many of California’s elite producers. Tickets are $125 for general admission and $250 for VIP. Funds go to support Promise House and the Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation.

Don't miss Sausage Fest 2015 on August 1 at Main Street Garden.

Photo by Robert J. Lerma Facebook

Don't miss Sausage Fest 2015 on August 1 at Main Street Garden.

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This week in gluttony

These are the 8 best food and drink events in Dallas this week

Monarch

Monarch marks five years this week with a five senses dinner.

A 49th-floor restaurant will mark five years this week with a dinner set to engage all five senses. The week is also busy with a paella patio party, a barbecue fest, chocolate tasting soiree, and a wine mixer themed after a movie known for its comedic gold.

Thursday, May 28

Beats & Bites at Terra
Eataly’s rooftop restaurant Terra just refreshed its focus to highlight seasonal ingredients centered around a new wood-fired grill. Now the restaurant will launch its summer Beats & Bites series. Enjoy live jazz paired with a special menu of three chef-curated bites and a choice of craft cocktail for $20. The program will run on Thursdays throughout the early July from 5-8 pm.

Paella Night at Bucket & Rope
The New American restaurant located in the Dallas Farmers Market District will showcase the spirit of Spain during its monthly paella party on the patio. Chef Victor Hugo will serve Spanish paella, communal style, straight from the pan. Reservations are $48 and the evening begins at 6 pm with passed appetizers before paella service at 7 pm.

Monarch Five-Year Anniversary “Five Senses” Dinner
The wood-fired Italian restaurant on the 49th floor of The National downtown will mark its fifth anniversary with a five-course dinner intended to tantalize all five senses. Patrons can expect dramatic tableside presentations, Antinori Italian wine pairings, live entertainment, and an after party upstairs at Kessaku with dancing, DJ music, cocktails, and bites. The menu includes a “sound” course with tuna carpaccio inspired by ocean waves, a “feel” course with prosciutto, mozzarella and Ossetra caviar, a “smell” course with wagyu Italian sausage flambé, and more. The dinner is $250 and begins at 6 pm. Add the after party for $50 more, or $125 on its own.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit BBQ Fest
The original Dickey’s Barbecue Pit will celebrate National Brisket Day and its 85th anniversary with the inaugural BBQ Fest, a fundraiser benefiting The Dickey Foundation. The family-friendly event will feature live music, barbecue samples, raffles, and a friendly eating competition between members of Dallas Fire-Rescue and the Dallas Police Department. Admission includes a Rancher’s Premium Sausage Sandwich and a Big Yellow Cup. May 28. It'll take place 3-6 pm at the original Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, 4610 N. Central Expwy. Tickets are $10.

Saturday, May 30

Drink North Texas Wine Festival
Taking place at the Frontiers of Flight Museum, this all-day wine tasting event will feature samplings from a dozen North Texas wineries. Sip and stroll amid a collection of aircraft while enjoying live jazz, food vendors, and shopping, too. Ticket start at $38 for regular general admission pricing and the event will run from 10 am-8 pm.

Catalina Wine Mixer at Cane Rosso
Cane Rosso White Rock will host its second annual patio party (named for a scene in the comedy Step Brothers) with wine stations, cocktails, live action food stations, and live music. Menu highlights include grilled mortadella with chimichurri, panzanella salad, vodka pasta with Calabrian chicken meatballs, and porchetta sliders. Tickets (which are expected to sell out) are $40, and the event will run from 5-9 pm.

Sunday, May 31

For the Love of Chocolate at Dude, Sweet Chocolate
Dallas’ pioneering artisan chocolate shop will host its annual evening of chocolate and food tastings. The $110 ticket includes cocktails; bites by guest restaurants and chefs including Georgie, Taco y Vino, Snap BBQ, and more; and of course, chocolate. The event begins at 5 pm.

Chef Collective Dinner at Meridian featuring David Uygur from Lucia
Meridian has launched a guest chef dinner series featuring local chefs cooking alongside executive chef Eduardo Osorio at the Village Dallas restaurant. Next up is David Uyger of the Michelin-recognized restaurant Lucia. A tasting menu will be served and 20 percent of the $185 ticket price will be donated to Meat Fight, a nonprofit that supports those living with multiple sclerosis. Reservations available all evening starting at 5 pm.