in good spirits | Pinnacle Imports has partnered with the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis to support victims of the May 16 tornado. Through Nov. 30, the distributor and its Riesling suppliers will be donating up to $24 per case to support recovery efforts. Since the disaster, Pinnacle also has been partnering with local restaurants for special events, happy hours and menu additions. For a full lineup of locations pouring and selling Riesling distributed by Pinnacle, visit the brand’s Instagram page.
something’s brewing
Brew in the Lou is back! Held Oct. 11 in Frances Park, the event brings together some of the region’s best breweries, wineries, restaurants and more for a fun-filled afternoon. Along with sampling drinks and eats, guests can look forward to the Homebrew People’s Choice Competition and live entertainment, including headliner Funky Butt Brass Band. Proceeds for Brew in the Lou benefit the Lutheran Elementary School Association’s scholarships and educational services Advance tickets are available through Oct. 9 at brewinthelou.com.
national notice
St. Louis Chef Katie Lee of Katie’s Pizza & Pasta Osteria has brought her frozen pizzas to shelves nationwide. Last month, four varieties rolled out in Target stores across the U.S. The options available include burrata margherita, pepperoni-stracciatella, meatball and black garlic burrata.
opens + closes
Looking for delectable Italian-style sandwiches? Don’t miss Big Mouth Sandwich Co. at both Perennial Artisan Ales and The Mack Bar & Grill in South City. … Pali Grill is offering a unique blend of Palestinian and American cuisine, including Arabian-style breakfast, kabob sandwiches, Philly cheesesteaks, chicken wings and more. The Halal concept debuted in August in Overland at 10612 Page Ave. … Good News Brewing Co. has opened a new location in Wildwood at 2603 West Ave. This is the sixth location for the brewery. … U. City is now home to Sikao Life Chinese BBQ. The restaurant is serving up authentic Chinese barbecue at 567-A Melville Ave.
