Here’s a look at this week’s hottest culinary happenings:

All week long

Houston Restaurant Weeks
The Houston Food Bank’s epic annual fundraiser, Houston Restaurant Weeks, is closing out its run on Labor Day (Monday, September 1), so there’s still time to dine out for a cause at your favorite Houston restaurants. Choose from multi-course menus for dinner ($39 or 55), lunch ($25) and brunch ($25), with a $1 to $5 donation to the Houston Food Bank and its efforts to fight hunger across the region.

Deli Month at Kenny & Ziggy’s
Kenny & Ziggy’s, 1743 Post Oak, and more than 40 delis across the U.S. and Canada are celebrating the 10th Annual National Deli Month, spotlighting classic Jewish delicatessens and raising funds for local charities. Through the end of August, Kenny & Ziggy’s will offer a $45 three-course menu benefiting Holocaust Museum Houston (includes a free museum ticket with each meal).

The Generous Pour at The Capital Grille
The Capital Grille’s summer wine fest, The Generous Pour, is runs through August 31, with this year’s “Icons of the Vine” theme pouring six standout California wines — from Rombauer Chardonnay to a custom Atlas Peak Cab by Jayson for $45 with entrée purchase.

Monday–Tuesday

Sabina Sabe Pop-Up at Bandista
The Four Seasons Hotel Houston speakeasy invites bartender Mike Prado from Oaxaca’s award-winning Sabina Sabe (No. 54 Best Bar in North America) for an exclusive two-night takeover. Guests can enjoy five signature cocktails ($25–$35) featuring The Lost Explorer tequila and mezcal, plus Sabina Sabe’s signature playlist, from 6–11pm. Reservations for 90-minute seatings are required, with proceeds benefiting Camp H-Town.

Friday, August 29

9th Anniversary at Dandelion Cafe
Celebrate nine years of brunch at Dandelion Cafe with $9 Chicken and Waffles and $9 mimosa pitchers in flavors from classic orange to hibiscus honey and vanilla lavender. Specials are available for one day only at both the Bellaire and Heights locations.

Friday–Sunday

Galveston Island Wine Festival at Moody Gardens
The Galveston Island Wine Festival makes its epic return to Moody Gardens, 1 Hope, with a three-day celebration of wine, food and live music. Folks can enjoy events lie the White Linen Seafood Extravaganza, Penguins & Pinot Grand Tasting and Sunday Wine Dinner at Shearn’s. Ticket pricing and hours vary by event.

Saturday–Monday

College Game Day and Long Weekend Brunch at PKL Social
PKL Social, 1112 Shepherd, hosts its first “Saturdays at PKL: College Game Day” watch party this Saturday, with six-pack drink specials, free jello shots with Game Day Buckets, and full game sound on new LED walls and TVs. Folks can also enjoy a three-day Labor Day Weekend brunch starting at 10 AM Saturday through Monday, featuring boozy drinks and brunch bites like Bananas Foster French Toast and Chicken Fried Chicken Biscuits.

Sunday, August 31

Biergarten Bash at Karbach Brewing Co.
Karbach Brewing Co., 2032 Karbach, is hosting its annual Biergarten Bash from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The free, family-friendly event features a variety of activities including yard games, a hot dog eating contest, live mural painting, a petting zoo and local vendors – plus tasty Karbach suds and bites available for purchase.

White Linen Party at Pier 6 Seafood & Oyster House
Pier 6, 113 6th, is sending off summer in style with a White Linen Party on Sunday, August 31 starting at 5 p.m. Guests 21+ can sip a complimentary glass of Telmont Champagne and enjoy oysters and hors d’oeuvres, with a full cash bar available. Dress in crisp whites and take in live entertainment, a DJ, and unbeatable marina views. Dinner inside requires a separate reservation.

Sunday–Monday

Labor Day Weekend Specials at Jethro’s
Jethro’s, 95 Tuam, invites folks to celebrate Labor Day weekend with live DJ sets and weekend specials, including $25 beer buckets, $7 Mexican Candy shots, $8 Frozen Palomas and $8 Chocolate Old Fashioneds on Sunday and Monday. Pair drinks with food deals like a $7 Smashburger and fries combo available until 7 p.m. or $4 hot dogs served all day while supplies last.

New and ongoing specials

The Levant Menu at MARCH
Michelin-starred MARCH, 1624 Westheimer, has debuted its newest tasting menu, The Levant, celebrating the rich culinary traditions of the Eastern Mediterranean with six- and nine-course experiences. Highlights include Oyster Shawarma with caviar, A5 Wagyu Falafel, Amberjack Crudo, and Beef Cheek Fattoush, plus curated wine pairings from Cyprus, Lebanon, Turkey, Syria, and Palestine.