› The Chef Exposed dinner series continues at Cannoli Joe’s (4715 Hwy. 290 W.) with a four-course meal and recipes from chef Q Silva. $55 per person, all inclusive. Reserve at 892-4444. Friday, Feb. 24, 6:30-8:30pm.

› Willy Pearce of Way South Philly (Waller & E. Sixth) issues round two of the Italian Stallion Challenge: Win bragging rights by eating one of the gargantuan Italian Stallion sandwiches in 36 minutes. Friday, Feb. 24, 3pm.

› Fino (2905 San Gabriel) hosts a benefit for the Be an Artist Program with a four-course meal and wine plus entertainment from program founder/songwriter Darden Smith and Kat Edmonson. $150 a person; reserve at www.thebeanartistprogram.eventbrite.com. Monday, Feb. 27, 6pm.

› Aviary Lounge (2110 S. Lamar) hosts Cork Dork Night where guests can learn about six Italian wines paired with gourmet pies from the new Mercury Pizza. $35; RSVP to info@aviarydecor.com. Tuesday, Feb. 28, 7-9pm.

› The Tops in Texas Cook-Off is an interactive culinary showdown at the AT&T Executive Education & Conference Center (1900 University) benefiting the Wine & Food Foundation of Texas. Chefs Josh Watkins, Paul Peter­sen, and Zack Northcutt will compete for prizes, and guests will enjoy food, wine, and cocktails from area restaurants and beverage artisans. $50 and $85 at www.chefsunderfire.com. Tuesday, Feb. 28, 7pm.

› Farmhouse Delivery continues the Chef’s Table Dinner series at the Noble Pig (11815 RR 620 N. #4) with a four-course meal prepared by chefs John Bates and Brandon Martinez. BYOB. $75; www.farmhousedelivery.com. Wednesday, Feb. 29, 7pm.

› Enjoy an evening of delightful sweets from area bakers and chocolatiers at Sweet Soiree – Sweetness in Giving to benefit the Austin Disas­ter Relief Network at Shoal Crossing Event Center (8611 N. MoPac). $25 single/$40 couple in advance at www.mkevents.ticketbud.com/a-sweet-soiree. $30/$50 at the door. Thursday, March 1, 7pm.

This article appears in February 24 • 2012.

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