Join larger than life Chef Mario Batali at Seattle’s Town Hall to discuss his newest book, America Farm to Table on Sunday, November 2nd. Batali will be joined by Seattle Chef Matt Dillon to talk about how their relationships with farmers influence their menus and understanding of food in this Q&A session. A VIP reception is also available with wine and appetizers prior to the event.

Chef Mutsuko Soma ups her ramen game by featuring a regular ramen pop up, now called Onibaba Ramen, at Miyabi 45thfor lunch every Wednesday from 11-2:30 starting on October 8th. Menus will change weekly featuring small menu spotlighting different ramen styles and broths including more popular options like shio, shoyu, miso, and tonkotsu.

Halloween event planning is now in order and Woodinville’s Redhook Brewery’s Haunted Brewery Bash is always a favorite. The party starts at 8p featuring costume contests, music by Rock Steady and DJ Kemal and, of course, beer. The seasonal Out of Your Gourd Pumpkin Porter will be available for your enjoyment along with a selection of local wines and Redhook taps.

Hommage opens in the former Book Bindery space behind Almquist Family Vineyardson Wednesday October 1st. Chef Nico Borzee, formerly of Artusi, headlines featuring French cuisine in one of the most charming, hidden dining spaces in town.

Esquins Wine and Spirits is hosting an impressive vertical tasting of Quilceda Creek wines on Wednesday, October 1st at 6p. For $50 attendees will get to sample nine wines from 1989-91, 1996-98 and 2002-04 currently valued at over $2000 collectively. Call 206.682.7374 to reserve your space today.