Proprietor Hoover Alexander invites you to enjoy a great breakfast and help out a fellow hospitality employee at the Breakfast Buffets for Bruce this weekend at both Hoover’s Cooking outlets (2002 Manor Rd., 479-5006; 13376 Research, 335-0300). Manager Bruce Barnes was seriously hurt in a motorcycle accident on June 29, just one month after he and his wife, Jam Sanitchat, welcomed a new baby into their home. Bruce is recovering there but has an ever-increasing pile of medical bills. Donations of $10 or more will get you a delicious Southern-style country breakfast, a shot at some interesting silent-auction items, and the opportunity to help out a friend; 8-10am, Friday, Aug. 25, at 2002 Manor Rd.; 8-10am, Saturday-Sunday, Aug. 26-27, at 13376 Research.
Refugee Services of Texas is throwing a Louisiana Jazz Brunch at Jazz (212 E. Sixth, 479-0474) to commemorate Hurricane Katrina and raise money for direct services to their diverse clientele. The food, drinks, and live musical entertainment are all free, but donations are encouraged. Guests can also purchase copies of the new RST cookbook ($20) with recipes from all around the globe; 11am-2pm, Sunday, Aug. 27.
The Sustainable Food Center will hold their first (and hopefully annual) Back to School Healthy Food Fair at the Downtown Farmers’ Market (Fourth & Guadalupe) this weekend with live music, gardening, and interactive cooking demonstrations; 9am-1pm, Saturday, Aug. 26.
Due to heavy rains in southern New Mexico, Chuy’s 18th annual Green Chile Festival is starting a week late. Drop by any of their area locations to purchase bags of fresh roasted chiles from the Hatch area or to sample special menu items created to feature the seasonal delicacy; Aug. 28-Sept. 17.
This article appears in August 25 • 2006.