Pucker up with citrusy events this week as winter marks the start of citrus season. There’s also a chance to level up your culinary skills with a Parisian cooking class. Finally, kick off rodeo season in true Fort Worth fashion with bloody Marys and mimosas during the Stock Show All Western Parade.

Thursday, January 11

C.L. Butaud Flight Night at WineHaus
This month's flight night at the Near Southside wine bar features varietals from Texas' acclaimed C.L. Butaud. The lineup will include a Pinot Gris, Carbonic Counoise, and Mourvedre. Stop in for a tasting from 6-8 pm; no RSVP required.

Friday, January 12

Citrus with a Texas Twist at Central Market Cooking School
Winter means it’s citrus season, and Central Market will highlight zesty flavors during this hands-on cooking class. The menu includes avocado and tangerine salad, “chile y limon” scallops, lemon-garlic potatoes, and Texas ruby red grapefruit cake. The class is $70 and includes a glass of wine with your completed meal. Arrive by 6:30 pm.

Saturday, January 13

Stock Show All Western Parade at Grace
The Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo kicks off each year with its horse-drawn All Western Parade, and Grace is ready to celebrate. While not normally open during the day, the downtown fine dining establishment (located with prime viewing on the parade route), will welcome spectators for mimosas, bloody Marys, and complimentary hot chocolate in the bar starting at 10:45 am before the parade begins at 11 am. Reservations are recommended.

Evening in Paris at The Cookery
Elevate your culinary skills in 2024 with this hands-on cooking class at this popular Fort Worth cooking studio on South Main Street. The Parisian-themed menu will feature garlic and white wine steamed mussels, steak au poivre, and dark chocolate souffle with crème anglaise. The $125 price includes French reds and whites for wine pairing. Class begins at 6 pm.

Monday, January 15

Cousins Maine Lobster at Rusty Nickel Icehouse
The popular lobster-focused food truck will make a stop at Rusty Nickel Icehouse to serve its famed lobster rolls, lobster tacos, lobster mac and cheese, and more. (Don’t miss the whoopie pies.) Order ahead using the Cousins Maine Lobster app and skip the line. The truck will be on-site from 5-9 pm.