› Happy Hour Tasting Enjoy four courses of grilled items from chef Frank Johnson, paired with Texas cocktails from Treaty Oak Distilling and Tipsy Texan David Alan. Reserve by phone. Thu., Aug. 1, 6-8pm. Roaring Fork, 10850 Stonelake, 512/342-2700. $35.
› Summer Tequila Dinner Series The series concludes with a four-course collaborative dinner prepared by chefs Rene Ortiz, Rick Lopez, and Laura Sawicki, paired with tequila cocktails by Nate Wales and Morgan Merriman. Reserve online. Tue., Aug. 6, 6pm. La Condesa, 400 W. Second, 512/499-0300. $100. www.lacondesatequilapairingdinner.splashthat.com.
› Wine Me Dine Me Dinner Series Master Sommelier Craig Collins will focus on classic varietals from Italy’s Piedmont to pair with this Italian-inspired meal. Reserve by phone; all-inclusive. Tue., Aug. 6, 6pm. Cafe Josie, 1200 W. Sixth, 512/322-9226. $75.
› Tuesday Talks at Satay Learn more about the ancient art of feng shui from speakers Allen Cline and Nikki Weiland. Reserve for dinner and the meeting by phone. Tue., Aug. 6, 6:30-8:30pm. Satay, 3202 W. Anderson #205, 512/467-6731. $20.
› ‘may I Be Frank’ Documentary Screening Enjoy a free screening of this film about one man’s pursuit of a healthier lifestyle. A limited menu will be available for sale. Tue., Aug. 6, 8:30pm. Counter Culture, 2337 E. Cesar Chavez.
› Pay It Forward with Daniel Curtis Rotel & the Hot Tomatoes will perform, and Austin’s top chefs will serve signature dishes along with Tipsy Texan cocktails and Casa Brasil coffee drinks to benefit the work of the Lone Star Paralysis Foundation. Reserve online. Thu., Aug. 8, 7pm. AT&T Conference Center, 1900 University Ave., 512/404-1900. $75-125. www.payitforwardwithdaniel.org.
› Olivia Fifth Anniversary Dinner Chef/owner James Holmes celebrates five years in business with a 10-course tasting menu with wine pairings. Reserve by phone. Thu., Aug. 8, 7pm. Olivia, 2043 S. Lamar, 512/804-2700. $125.
This article appears in August 2 • 2013.