Meet the Maker Four Roses Bourbon Dinner at JG Domestic
Wed. Feb. 22, 6 p.m., $55
Jim Rutledge of Four Roses, who teamed up with Garces Group to create the signature Jose Garces Four Roses Single Barrel, will be holding a bourbon dinner and discussion at JG Domestic. The four-course menu, preceded by a cocktail hour with bourbon cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, will include dishes like macaroni and black kale gratin, smoked chicken chowder and Country Time Farm St. Louis spare ribs. Reservations recommended. JG Domestic, Cira Centre, 2929 Arch St., 215-222-2363, jgdomestic.com.
Moms and Margaritas at Cantina Los Caballitos
Tue., Feb. 21, 2-4 p.m., pay as you go
Starting Feb. 21, Cantina Los Caballitos' "Moms and Margaritas" returns, held every third Tuesday of the month. Designed as a boozy respite from the typical playdate, the restaurant is inviting mommas and kiddies to mix and mingle. They'll have $2 classic margaritas and half-price pitchers for the grownups, and arts, crafts and snacks to keep the young'ns busy. Cantina Los Caballitos, 1651 E. Passyunk Ave., 215-755-3550, cantinaloscaballitos.com.
Philly Cooks
Wed., Feb. 22, 6:30-9 p.m., $75
Join Philadelphia magazine and some of the city's most prominent chefs for the annual Philly Cooks tasting and chef competition. The party's being held this year at the 33rd Street Armory on Drexel's campus; George Sabatino of Stateside, Jeremy Nolen of Brauhaus Schmitz and Michael Schulson of Sampan are just a few of the more than 30 featured chefs. In addition to the wealth of dishes for attendees to try (CP's Drew Lazor is one of many judges), there will be other attractions, from beer and wine tastings to luxe lounge hang-out spots. Part of the ticket price goes toward the Philadelphia branch of Ronald McDonald House. 33rd Street Armory, 3205 Lancaster Ave., phillymag.com/sites/phillycooks-2012.
The Princess Bride at Frankford Hall
Thu., Feb. 16, 7 p.m., pay as you go
To end Frankford Hall's love-themed Valentine's movie series, the beer hall will screen time-tested classic The Princess Bride. Held outdoors if weather permits, the screening will be accompanied by movie snacks (popcorn, Sour Patch Kids) and happy-hour pricing on drinks. Frankford Hall opens at 4 p.m., and the movie will start at 7 p.m. Bring your Valentine, remind them this is true love (you think this happens every day?) and get cozy. Frankford Hall, 1210 Frankford Ave., 215-634-3338, frankfordhall.com
