› Inspired by the HBO hit series Boardwalk Empire, Sullivan’s Steakhouse (310 Colorado) is throwing a Prohibition Party complete with costume contests, Prohibition-era cocktails, door prizes (Boardwalk Empire DVDs, dinner packages, barware) and music by the Silver Phantom Trio. Friday, Jan. 27, 5pm-close.

› Nicole Patel of Delysia Chocolatier will sample her award-winning chocolate truffles at Con’ Olio Oils & Vinegars (10000 Research #130). Saturday, Jan. 28, 11:30am-1pm.

› Boomerang’s (3110 Guadalupe #150) hosts its annual Australia Day with cold Australian beer and hot Aussie pies, plus kids’ activities, contests, a raffle, and a silent auction. Saturday, Jan. 28, noon-10pm.

› Tamilla Mir presents a seminar entitled NextFeast – Food Entre­pren­eurs and Sustainability at Center 61 (2921 E. 17th #4, Building D). The program will showcase local food entrepreneurs discussing the use of sustainable methods to grow a food business and will include food samples and a happy hour. $10 in advance, $15 at the door; reserve at
thenextfest.ticketbud.com/nextfestfood. Saturday, Jan. 28, 11am-4pm.

› Chef Sonya Cote’s Homegrown Revival hosts monthly dinners at the Pine Street Station (Waller Street at East Fifth) showcasing the stories and products of farmers who participate in the HOPE Farmers Market. A portion of the proceeds is donated to the market. The Story of the Goat features a meal based on produce and goat meat from Windy Hill Farm. Enjoy a five-course meal with vinyl pairings for each course. $65 per person at www.thehomegrownrevival.com. BYOB; free valet parking. Sunday, Jan. 29, 7pm.

This article appears in January 27 • 2012.

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