Events

What: Truffle Wine Dinner

When: Thursday, November 12, 2020, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Café Aura, 45 East Center Street, Manchester

Who: Owned by Geno Auriemma

Why: Exclusive event featuring fresh truffle paired with the finest Italian wines

How: Seating is limited. Call for a reservation at 860-643-2751. For further details, Cafe Aura truffle wine dinner

How Much: $200++

Haven Hot Chicken

What: Restaurant Opening

When: Saturday, October 17, 2020

Where: Haven Hot Chicken, 21 Whitney Avenue, New Haven

Who: Founded by local restaurateurs Rob LaTronica, Craig Sklar, Jason Sobocinski and Etkin Tekin

Why: This takeout- and delivery-focused restaurant features cult-classic Nashville Hot Chicken (and vegetarian Not Chicken). As New England’s first dedicated Nashville Hot Chicken restaurant, Haven’s menu lists five levels of heat so that guests can experience authentic Nashville Hot Chicken (and Not Chicken) flavor.

How: The restaurant accepts orders at its to-go counter at 21 Whitney Avenue, its website havenhotchicken.com, and will offer ordering options via SnackPass and UberEats. Customers can reach the restaurant by calling 203-691-7617.

How Much: No cover—regular menu

What: Fiesta Flamenca

When: Saturday, October 17, 2020, 8 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Where: Ibiza Tapas, 93 Mill Plain Road, Danbury

Who: Guest artists Pedro Jimenez, guitarist & flamenco singer; Yohanna Escamilla, flamenco dancer & teacher; Rachel Homes, dancer & teacher

Why: Fiesta Flamenca is back! Join Ibiza Tapas for a special evening of flamenco. Experience the sensual footwork, traditional songs and intricate rhythms in a tablao setting (a performance bringing together a singer, a guitarist and a couple of dancers). Limited seating due to COVID restrictions—get your tickets today!

How: Tickets can be purchased at IbizaTapas.net or by calling 203-616-5731.

How Much: $20 cover

To post information about a noteworthy restaurant event (e.g. restaurant week, food festivals, wine dinners, etc.), send an email to frank@ctdish.com.

What: Truffle Wine Dinner

When: Thursday, November 12, 2020, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Café Aura, 45 East Center Street, Manchester

Who: Owned by Geno Auriemma

Why: Exclusive event featuring fresh truffle paired with the finest Italian wines

How: Seating is limited. Call for a reservation at 860-643-2751. For further details, Cafe Aura truffle wine dinner

How Much: $200++

Haven Hot Chicken

What: Restaurant Opening

When: Saturday, October 17, 2020

Where: Haven Hot Chicken, 21 Whitney Avenue, New Haven

Who: Founded by local restaurateurs Rob LaTronica, Craig Sklar, Jason Sobocinski and Etkin Tekin

Why: This takeout- and delivery-focused restaurant features cult-classic Nashville Hot Chicken (and vegetarian Not Chicken). As New England’s first dedicated Nashville Hot Chicken restaurant, Haven’s menu lists five levels of heat so that guests can experience authentic Nashville Hot Chicken (and Not Chicken) flavor.

How: The restaurant accepts orders at its to-go counter at 21 Whitney Avenue, its website havenhotchicken.com, and will offer ordering options via SnackPass and UberEats. Customers can reach the restaurant by calling 203-691-7617.

How Much: No cover—regular menu

What: Fiesta Flamenca

When: Saturday, October 17, 2020, 8 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Where: Ibiza Tapas, 93 Mill Plain Road, Danbury

Who: Guest artists Pedro Jimenez, guitarist & flamenco singer; Yohanna Escamilla, flamenco dancer & teacher; Rachel Homes, dancer & teacher

Why: Fiesta Flamenca is back! Join Ibiza Tapas for a special evening of flamenco. Experience the sensual footwork, traditional songs and intricate rhythms in a tablao setting (a performance bringing together a singer, a guitarist and a couple of dancers). Limited seating due to COVID restrictions—get your tickets today!

How: Tickets can be purchased at IbizaTapas.net or by calling 203-616-5731.

How Much: $20 cover

To post information about a noteworthy restaurant event (e.g. restaurant week, food festivals, wine dinners, etc.), send an email to frank@ctdish.com.