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FEB. 26
Omnipresent "wine educator" Dieter Schafer departs from his usual M.O. to assemble a def crew of local chefs eager to demonstrate their kitchen proficiency. Contributors to the prix-fixe pairing dinner will include Steve Cain of the Waterfront Seafood Grill, and Rover's "Chef in the Hat," Thierry Rautureau. Proceeds from the dinner go toward local culinary arts scholarships. $85. 6:30 p.m. Renton Technical College, 3000 N.E. Fourth St., 425-235-2352 ext. 5728. RENTON
FEB. 29
Along with acres of clams, Ivar's seems to possess miles of generosity when it comes to Leap Day babies. Anyone born on Feb. 29 who has the I.D. to prove it can take advantage of a fantastic deal: a free entrée up to $19.99 at any Ivar's restaurant. So bring your driver's license, passport, birth certificate, or mother to cash in on free fish. Free. Hours vary. Ivar's Acres of Clams, Pier 54, 206-624-6852; Ivar's Salmon House on Lake Union, 401 N.E. Northlake Way, 206-632-0767; and other Ivar's locations. DOWNTOWN SEATTLE AND OTHER NEIGHBORHOODS
After years of winning fans on the down low, Marco's Supperclub is raising its profile with a 10th anniversary celebration. The dinner menu will feature a "greatest hits"-style assortment of outstanding dishes from the past decade. Micah Hulscher will tickle the ivories to mark the occasion. Menu prices vary. 5 p.m. 2510 First Ave., 206-441-7801. BELLTOWN
THROUGH MARCH
Cut a not-so-spendy swath through the wilds of Seattle fine dining as two dozen and one local restaurants gear up for another round of 25 for $25, that fabulous gourmet game show in which you, the diner with exquisite taste but limited funds, get to chow down on $12.50 prix-fixe lunches and $25 dinners (all meals include at least three courses!) at some of the best eateries in town. Andaluca, Brasa, Cascadia, Earth & Ocean, Nell's, Serafina, Wild Ginger, and Yarrow Bay Grill are but a few of the participating bistros and brasseries, so get out there and get eatin' on the (relatively) cheap. Hours vary depending on restaurant. Various locations; more information is available at www.nwsource.com/dinearoundseattle.
MARCH 1
When a landmark eatery like Brasa turns five, its proprietor has two choices. Either she can pretend nothing out of the ordinary has occurred, or she can throw a gigantic party, deluge her guests with free food, and make it a night to remember for all involved. Brasa chef-owner Tamara Murphy is following the second path, and considering the restaurant's culinary firepower, you'll want to RSVP posthaste. Free. 6-8 p.m. 2107 Third Ave., 206-728-4220. BELLTOWN
MARCH 4
Gathering high-octane chefs like Christine Keff (Flying Fish), Holly Smith (Café Juanita), Tamara Murphy (Brasa), and Sue McCown (Earth & Ocean) for one evening of culinary altruism is a nearly impossible task, yet these outstanding Seattle chefs are collaborating tonight on a prix-fixe meal to remember. Their work (and your generous support) benefits Women Chefs and Restaurateurs, a local organization offering scholarships and training to "younger women entering the culinary field." $100. 6:30 p.m. Flying Fish, 2234 First Ave., 206-728-8595. BELLTOWN
MARCH 6
For those with a short attention span, Pacific Northwest Ballet's yearly fund-raiser ought to be a slice of heaven. Among the attractions: a wine reception, a silent auction, "a three-course seafood brunch" conceived by Seastar chef John Howie, and a fashion show featuring PNB dancers, not to mention a raffle (grand prize: a two-night ballet adventure in New York City!). $150-$250. Noon. Seastar, 205 108th Ave. N.E., 425-774-8982. BELLEVUE
MARCH 6-7
Whidbey Island turns into Shellfish Central with more than a dozen crustacean-themed activities and tastings at the Penn Cove Mussel Festival. Enjoy mussel chowder, work on mussel-oriented arts and crafts, compete in a mussel-eating contest, and embark on "boat rides to the mussel farm." If that isn't enough to entice you, consider the festival slogan: "Mussels rule! This is their festival!" Free admission. Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Central Whidbey Chamber of Commerce, 107 S. Main St., Building E, 360-678-5434. WHIDBEY ISLAND (COUPEVILLE)
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FEB. 28
Not for the squeamish, the Hard Liver Barleywine Fest spotlights that strongest of cask-aged ales. Vintage selections at the festival will include Rogue Ales' 1994 "Old Crustacean" and Silver City's '98-'99 "Old Scrooge," plus barleywines from 26 additional breweries. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. 7-9:30 p.m. Phinney Neighborhood Center, 6532 Phinney Ave. N., 206-783-2244. PHINNEY RIDGE
THE GRAPEVINE
FEB. 28
DeLaurenti Specialty Food & Wine, the grande dame of Pike Place Market food stores, offers valpolicella and grigio from Veneto at its weekly afternoon tasting. Free. 2-4 p.m. 1435 First Ave., 206-622-0141. PIKE PLACE MARKET
The U District's own Chatter Creek is winemaker Gordy Rawson's unusual labor of love. As the buzz about Woodinville and other vino meccas reaches ungodly proportions, it's nice to know that one man is crafting quality wines amidst the students and the pho shops. Fremont Red Apple Wine Bar hosts Rawson at this installment of its weekly tasting series. Free. 3-6 p.m. 3601 Fremont Ave. N., 206-633-FOOD. FREMONT
MARCH 3
