I get a boat load of PR emails these days. LOTS. I’ve considered starting a blog that details really lame PR pitches. The recent Carrabba’s email would be a popular post.
It’s flattering really, that someone thinks my website has the clout to influence consumers. I don’t pass along very many for a few reasons. For one, there are plenty of other websites (Creative Loafing) that do a much better job of listing upcoming events and such. More importantly, I don’t feel comfortable talking about events I don’t plan on attending, nor do I want to drive people to restaurants I have either never or visited or to which I’m not eager to return.
With that little disclaimer, here are a few that caught my eye:
Shaun Doty and Julia LeRoy (recently of Bookhouse) are cooking up a dinner next Wednesday night. I’m thinking of going – I never got to eat Julia’s food at Bookhouse, so here’s my chance to eat in an unrestricted format. More details here.
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Tim Gaddis (who has a great new blog), along with Kraig of Hop City, is hosting a cheese and beer tasting tomorrow night (July 1) at Abattoir. 7PM. $25. Reservations recommended.
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July 28-Aug 7 is “Tomato Feast” at La Tavola. There are some great menu options highlighting the best fruit of summer. The poached shrimp would be my appetizer selection.
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Woodfire Grill is having BBQ & Beer event this Saturday from 5:30 to 10:30PM. Three course dinner, Kevin is roasting a whole hog, Sweetwater beer (cash bar). Sounds killer – $38. Kevin is just returning from cooking at The James Beard House. I saw some pics online, it looked great. Congrats Kevin!
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Lastly, I saw that Pacci is donating $1 to help the Gulf Relief Fondation for every seafood dish ordered. That’s everything, from a full halibut entree, to the calamari appetizer. I’ve been hearing great things about Pacci lately and I think Chef Moritz is one of the most personable chefs I’ve ever met. I need to get back there soon.
