Get Hungry with our Picks for the Best of Week

If you are still making weekend plans, you might want to check out these events:

Thursday, December 10
Happy Birthday Scarpetta. It’s time to nourish yourself with rich Italian comfort food, 4 courses of heaven — Luscious polenta with mushroom fricasse, pasta with fresh tomato and basil and more. All for only $49.95, plus unlimited wine comes with the deal. December 10 is the last day for this outstanding deal. Scarpetta is located at 4441 Collins Avenue in Miami Beach. (305) 674-4660

Chef Sean Brasel

Palm Beach Wine & Food Festival. Schedule a trip to 150 Worth Ave on Thursday, December 10 and surround yourself with the best flavors Palm Beach has to offer. 30 tastings stations will be set up, along with the top chefs in the area including Michelle Bernstein from the Omphoy, Zach Bell from Cafe Boulud and more. This event takes place from 6-9pm. Tickets are $50/person, $75/VIP.

Friday, December 11
If Miami is a little too far south for you, why not schedule a reservation for the official opening night at Wild Olives by Todd English in Boca Raton? Carpet Bagger Oysters, Tuna Tartare, Grilled Flat Breads — each one brings the best rustic Mediterranean flavors together. I did hear that the restaurant’s namesake, Todd English will be making an appearance. Wild Olives is located at The Shoppes at Boca Center, 5050 Town Center Circle in Boca Raton. (561) 544-8000

Saturday, December 12
Get yourself into the holiday spirit with a performance of The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller by Chip Davis at the Kravis Center. Their signature sounds combining classical and modern-day rock, acoustic and electronic music will capture the entire audience. Starts at 8pm and tickets range from $25-$72. The Kravis Center is located at 701 Okeechobee Blvd in West Palm Beach.

Champagne will taste even better this weekend at this interactive culinary demonstration with Chef Sean Brasel of Meat Market at The Biltmore. You will interact with the chef while preparing an imaginative and sumptuous lunch menu at The Biltmore. This event starts at noon and is $52 for members of The Biltmore and $65 for non-members and resort guests. Call 305.913.3203

Sunday, December 13
Dinner in Paradise kicks off its fifth season with an organic dinner amidst tropical trees, edible flowers and all things organic. Experience this unique setting, as you enjoy gourmet delights from Chefs Gordon Maybury and Brett Rayon from the Loews, Thorston Leighty from Eden Roc and Chef Philippe Pinon from Biscaya at Ritz Carlton in Coconut Grove. The dinner begins at 5pm with a cocktail reception, followed by a farm tour. Cost is $165.50 and includes 6-organic courses paired with top wines.

Celebrate Cen a All Italiana at Trevini. Wine, dine and dance the night away with this 5-course dinner with wine pairing. Enjoy Trevini specialties like the Lemon Sole with Shrimp Francese, Veal Scaloppini Saltimboca and more. Cost is $80 all-inclusive and starts at 7:00 pm. Call 561-833-3883 to make your reservation. Trevini is located at 150 Worth in Palm Beach.

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