Eight Friends Out will be hosting their Midtown Singles Brunch on Sunday, November 20, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. The event will be held at Farrago in Houston, TX. Famous for their weekend brunch, Eight Friends Out is excited to visit this restaurant named for a "Hodgepodge" or "Medley" of world cuisine. From traditional cultural dishes to fusion dishes, you won't be disappointed! A "Medley" of Single Professionals will be enjoying a Sunday brunch with bottom-less mimosas and tasty eats. The price is $60.00. You can visit their website for additional information: http://www.eightfriendsout.com/
The 8th Annual Houston Championship Chili Cookoff at Trader’s Village will be held on Saturday, November 19, 2011. This cookoff will bring together cooking teams from all over Southeast Texas to compete for various awards. Awards will be handed out in four categories: Open Chili, Open Beans, People’s Choice and Showmanship. For a $5 donation to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Go Texan Committee, you will get six opportunities to sample the entries and will receive a ticket to vote for the People’s Choice award. The cooking begins at 9 a.m., with tastings starting at 1 p.m. Trader’s Village is located at 7979 North Eldridge Road. This is a free event.
NABI is the newest Asian-fusion addition to the vibrant Montrose community! On Saturday, November 19, 2011, they are celebrating their grand opening from 7-11 p.m. with free samples of food, discounted cocktails, and music provided by DJ Chris Cardenas. You will be able to sample NABI’s best dishes, such as Braised Brisket Potstickers, Fried Chicken Skewers, and their special Hippie Roll at no cost. The Urban Swank Girls will be there for sure! If you are interested please visit them at http://www.facebook.com/events/238452816208573/, and RSVP.
The Houston Via Colori® Street Painting Festival, Street Scene: Search + Sip + Stroll, will be held on Sunday, November 20, 2011 (4–6 p.m.) at the Sam Houston Park Downtown. The Via Colori® Street Scene will allow attendees to sample beer and wine, hear live music, enjoy light bites provided by Carrabba’s, and join in a festival-wide scavenger hunt to win great prizes. This unconventional art experience will give attendees an up close and personal view of the eye-popping chalk art murals created by over 200 talented artists. This events is sponsored by Carrabba’s and Saint Arnold’s Brewing Company. The entrance fee is $20. All proceeds benefit children who are deaf or hard of hearing. Visit their website to learn more about this event: http://www.centerhearingandspeech.org/via-colori/street-scene. Purchase tickets online at http://viacoloristreetscene.eventbrite.com.
Bonus (non-weekend) event:
On Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at 7 p.m., Brennan's of Houston (3300 Smith) will host Cultural Feast: Shaken or Stirred? The Chemistry and History of the Cocktail. With a history this rich, Brennan's is the perfect location to showcase the history of the cocktail. This event is part of HMNS celebration of the International Year of Chemistry 2011. Cocktail mixology explains the basic principles of chemistry as well as the history of the cocktail. During this event you will sample pairings of foods and cocktails, and learn about subjects ranging from specific gravity to prohibition, showcases the many culinary and cocktailian tales of New Orleans. Prices range between $86 and $96.Tickets can be purchased here: http://store.hmns.org/Selection.aspx?item=1607&sch=409270.
~ Urban Swank
