Nibble: Tasty CT Food Events For February 21-March 8th

The inaugural “Mansfield-Willi Restaurant Week ” is going down February 21 through March 6 celebrating the great and varied dining in the Mansfield Willimantic community with special prix-fixe menus and packages from participating restaurants…18 restaurants to be exact! Stone Row will be offering a six course tasting menu presented by Chef Tyler and Chef Dustan with cocktail and wine pairings by Tommy and the bar team. Check out all the offerings here.

On February 23 & 24, don’t miss Chef Adam Greenberg on Food Network Guy’s Grocery Games “Food Network Champs” edition! Fieri welcomes back four chefs who’ve won virtually Food Network competition to battle it out for $15K and bragging rights.

National Margarita Day is coming up on February 22nd, and to celebrate, the margarita experts at bartaco aren’t just limiting the fun to one day - they’re kicking off a whole month with Margarita March! bartaco will be launching a new margarita-inspired cocktail every week for the entire month, starting on National Margarita Day through March 31. Check out some of the new limited-time offerings available for dine-in: lime in the coconut (2/22 - 3/1), hibiscus mezcalita (3/2 - 3/8), mango chamoy margarita (3/9 - 3/15), strawberry tamarind smash (3/16 - 3/22), pineapple express (3/23 - 3/31).

Stamford Winter Restaurant Weeks return February 21 – March 6, 2022. Yes, two weeks of special multi-course menus and dining deals! Participating Downtown Stamford restaurants are serving up special lunch & dinner prix fixe menus in several different price options. Stamford Restaurant Weeks are presented by Stamford Tables & Stamford Downtown. Reservations are highly recommended, so book your tables early. Click here to make reservations

Artisan Southport hosts Allegrini Wine Dinner, February 24th 6:30pm $125pp. Call for reservations 203-307-4222.

Go shake it up at Wakeman Town Farm on March 3 @7 p.m., with their popular mixology class that is equal parts cocktail inspiration and fun. "Mixxed by Ed’s" Edward Hernandez is a master mixologist who can  transform any boring drink into a memorable experience. Attendees will learn how to make 5 perfect spring cocktails just in time for the warmer weather! Premium liquor is provided by Remy Cointreau. Attendees will receive a take-home cocktail-making kit including: 12-oz sampling cup, lime squeezer, jigger, muddler, trade card, and 3-piece shaker. The class is $125, and includes the cost of the class, as well as a bottle of your choice. Bottle options are The Botanist Islay Dry Gin and The Classic Laddie Scottish Barley.

Sunday, February 20th, Redding Roadhouse hosts Royal Icing 101 from 1:00pm- 3:00pm. If you’ve dabbled with baking/decorating but just need a little push to get to the next level? This workshop is for you! They’ll go over all the basics- how to make Royal icing, proper consistencies, and more. We’ll work on some professional decorations so you feel comfortable making a beautiful set of cookies! $80 per decorator. Charcuterie board and one signature cocktail included.

Camacho Garage is hosting a Hoax Beer Dinner with East Haven’s Hoax Brewing Co. on Monday, March 7 at 6pm. The 4-course dinner from Executive Chef Arturo Franco-Camacho includes pairings with four unique beers. Tickets are $85 including tax and tip. To view the menu and purchase tickets, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hoax-beer-dinner-camacho-garage-tickets-237838038977.

The first annual Rebel Daughters Day, taking place March 8th, International Women’s Day with 30+ women-owned businesses confirmed for this pop-up market!

Brand new coffee spot just opening in New Britain Feb 22nd. Go check out MIEL Coffee Co!

Kids Cooking Class at Wakeman Town Farm: Delicious Dumplings, Fri, Mar 11 @4:15 PM - In-person class $55 pp. Learn how to make juicy pork dumplings with traditional folding techniques. You will learn a quick and flavorful dipping sauce, as well as how to cook the dumplings two ways. Limited attendees for best experience.