This week in gluttony
These are the 10 best food and drink events in Fort Worth this week

Fort Worth Food + Wine Foundation's Night Market takes place November 12 at Panther Island Pavilion.
An after-hours street food festival returns to Panther Island Pavilion this Thursday, one of many foodie events this week, including a pecan pie whiskey launch party, a community-wide holiday meal, traditional tuna cutting, and three days of Greek cuisine and culture. Start the week with an Italian wine dinner or a beginner-friendly lesson in sourdough at a winery. And be sure to let the deserving veterans in your life know about some great restaurant deals in their honor.
Tuesday, November 10
November Wine Dinner at Caterina’s
Tim Love’s Stockyards Italian restaurant will host its monthly themed wine pairing dinner featuring five courses including veal osso bucco, white bean soup with parmesan, and pan d’arancio with star anise, cinnamon, and chartreuse. The $165 price includes unique Italian wines with each course. Dinner begins at 6:30 pm.
Wednesday, November 11
Veterans Day deals at local restaurants
Dozens of Dallas-Fort Worth restaurants (and other venues) are offering deals and discounts to honor military on Veterans Day. For a growing list, go here.
H-E-B Feast of Sharing at Ariat Arena
The annual Thanksgiving-time feast for the community, presented by H-E-B, takes place on the lower level of Ariat Arena, formerly Dickies Arena. The meal is free, open to the public, and it is first-come, first serve. (Volunteer slots are full.) Besides a full meal, the event includes live music; a kid’s zone with bounce house, face painting, and pictures with Santa; and sock and coat giveaways. In addition, more than 40 social service agencies will be on hand to provide information and resources. Free flu vaccinations will be available, and a moment of silence will honor veterans, as the event takes place on Veterans Day. The event lasts from 3-7 pm.
Master Sourdough Before the Holidays at Lost Oak Winery
This hands-on workshop teaches beginners how to make sourdough at Lost Oak Winery in Burleson. Participants will leave with a shaped loaf ready to bake, jar of live sourdough, step-by-step guide, and 45 days of email and text support. A charcuterie board is also included in the $89 price. Class runs from 6-8 pm.
Thursday, November 12
Night Market
The Fort Worth Food + Wine Foundation’s annual fall tasting event features street market-inspired flavors with global influences from Mumbai to Mexico City. Attendees can sip and stroll while sampling bites from 16 top chefs, including Tuan Pham (Four Sisters), Jon Bonnell (Bonnell’s Fine Texas Cuisine), Juan Rodriguea (Westland Hospitality), and Angel Fuentes (Los Guapos). General admission is $65 and the event runs from 6:30-9 pm at Panther Island Pavilion.
Dos Mares One-Year Anniversary Ronqueo
The seafood-centric sister restaurant to Don Artemio will celebrate its first anniversary with a traditional bluefin tuna cutting called a tuna ronqueo, led by chef Rodrigo Cardenas. Multiple plated dishes will be served following the cutting, along with oysters, caviar, passed hors d’oeuvres, wine, and cocktails. Tickets are $195 and the event begins at 6:30 pm.
Friday, November 13
Fort Worth Greek Festival
The beloved Fort Worth food fest is in its 58th year, and it will draw thousands to St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church over three days for homemade Greek cuisine, live music, folk dancing, Greek beer and wine, and baked goods to-go. Popular a la carte menu items include pastitsio (ground beef and macaroni casserole), moussaka (eggplant layered with ground beef, potatoes, and zucchini), gyro sandwiches, grape leaf-wrapped beef, pork, and rice, baklava, and the video-worthy flaming cheese on a stick. The festival will run Friday-Saturday from 10 am-10 pm, and Sunday from 11 am-3 pm. Admission is free.
Saturday, November 14
TX Whiskey’s Pecan Pie Whiskey Launch Party
Just in time for Thanksgiving, TX Whiskey’s newest release in its Texas flavor series is a 70-proof pecan pie whiskey featuring notes of toasted pecan, freshly baked pie crust, warm cinnamon, maple, and caramelized sugar. Visit the distillery to snag one of only 2,000 bottles during this launch party with live music, food trucks, and complimentary bottle engraving. General admission is $11.99 and comes with a cocktail. The party runs from 1-5 pm. Or go VIP for $75 and get entry at noon, a distillery tour, guided tasting, bottle signing by the maker, and a mini TX Whiskey pecan pie by Sweet Lucy’s Pies.
Pumpkin Charcuterie Cups & Pours at Messina Hof Grapevine Winery
This hands-on class lets guests create their own charcuterie using a “pumpkin cup” as a vessel for artisan meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, and seasonal accompaniments. Enjoy on-site or take to a holiday gathering. The $48 ticket includes two glasses of Messina Hof wines. Class runs from 1-3 pm.
Sugarplum Fairy Tea Party at The Petroleum Club
The members-only Petroleum Club will open to the public for this Nutcracker-themed tea service presented by North Central Ballet. The whole family can dress up for the experience centered around the story’s “Kingdom of Sweets,” with a bird's-eye view of Fort Worth. Reservations are $42 for adults and $28 for children 3-12. The event begins at 1 pm.
