Michelada vendors will line the streets of downtown Fort Worth later this week for a festival of street food, live music, and Latin spice. But first, make reservations for a four-course whiskey pairing dinner from a top chef for a great price, then plan for one of several artisan markets happening over the weekend. <\/p>\n
Wednesday, October 7<\/p>\n
Maker\u2019s Mark Whiskey Dinner at Rex\u2019s Bar & Grill Thursday, October 8<\/p>\n Momofuku Goods \u201cDrizzle-and-Drip\u201d Food Truck Pop-Up Saturday, October 10<\/p>\n Artisan Circle Street Market Pink Fiesta: A Celebration of Culture & Compassion Sunday, October 11<\/p>\n Fort Worth Community Market
<\/a>Rex Benson\u2019s namesake bar and restaurant has a private dining room called the H77 Lounge, and it\u2019s where this four-course whiskey pairing dinner by chef Brian Olenjack will take place featuring Maker\u2019s Mark whiskeys. After dinner, guests can take home a signature hand-dipped glass. The dinner is $50 and begins at 6 pm.<\/p>\n
<\/a>Momofuku Goods<\/a>, the popular line of pantry staples developed by chef David Chang and the Momofuku Culinary Lab, is taking its new sauce collection on the road with the multi-city food truck tour in partnership with prebiotic soda brand OLIPOP<\/a>. Fans can get a first taste of OLIPOP\u2019s Caramel Apple soda, sample dishes at the drizzle bar, and grab exclusive giveaways. The truck will be at TCU on Thursday, October 8 and at UTA on Friday, October 9, both from 11 am-5 pm.<\/p>\n
<\/a>It\u2019s the final street market of the season for Artisan Circle, this one featuring pop-ups by Insomnia Cookies, Hiatus Spa, Movie Tavern, and around two dozen local artisan vendors along with food and drink purveyors. The event takes place from 11 am-4 pm and entry is free.<\/p>\n
<\/a>Taking place at the Tanger Outlets in far north Fort Worth is this Hispanic Heritage festival featuring food, music, dancing, kids\u2019 activities, and more. A $10 donation supports the Breast Cancer Research Foundation and includes three tacos (beef, chicken, or pork); two churros; and one agua fresca, plus a \u201cpink pass\u201d good for 25 percent off at participating Tanger restaurants through October 31. The event will take place near the Polo Ralph Lauren store and will run from 12-3 pm.<\/p>\n
<\/a>One of Fort Worth\u2019s largest artisan markets takes place monthly at the South Main Micro Park, where more than 75 vendors sell homegrown and handmade goods, from cheeses, honey, nut spreads, and canned goods to spices, coffee, fresh juice, and global foods. The family-friendly, pet-friendly event also features live music, an outdoor bar, face-painting and kids\u2019 activities. The event runs from 10 am-3 pm and admission is free.<\/p>\n