East Village: Chef-owner Didier Pawlicki will open Taureau across town from his first venue La Sirène, a tiny BYOB French bistro hidden near the entrance to the Holland Tunnel. [Feed/TONY]
Gramercy: Vino hosts an encounter on February 23 at 6:30 p.m. with esteemed Italian winemaker Mario Andrion, who will “share his secrets behind producing some of the world’s best wine, pouring some of his most prized vintages for attendees.” [Grub Street]
Greenpoint: Hit up Brouwerij Lane for a barley-beer tasting festival. Friday 6–8 p.m., Saturday 3–5 p.m. or 6–8 p.m., or Sunday 3–5 p.m. [Feed/TONY]
Prospect Heights: Da Cake Spott, a tantalizing but empty Flatbush storefront for more than two years, will open soon as a physical-therapy spot. [Brownstoner]
Williamsburg: Enjoy Afro-Latin beats and $5 drinks at Boogaloo brunch this Sunday afternoon at Barberry. [Grub Street]
