RON SWARNER: FOOD MATTERS >>>
Martini Club: The Varsity Grill will pull out the holiday party cocktails for its monthly Martini Club from 5-7 p.m. Oh, they also have a buffet of pumpkin raviolis, cherry coated ribs, tiramisu and mini apple crisps.
Free Appetizers: Doyle’s Public House will offer free samples of its bacon and blue potatoes Happy Hour appetizer from 4-6 p.m.
Wine Tasting: Minoela Wine House (2914 Sixth Ave., Tacoma) will host a Sokol Blosser Winery wine tasting tonight from 6:30-8:30 p.m. for $5.
Plan Ahead: The Harmon Brewery and Restaurant will pair food with stouts Saturday, Nov. 21 at 4 p.m. The reservation-only event costs $25. Reserve your spot at 253.383.2739.
Food For Thought: Rachael Ray on Martha Stewart: "Why would it make me mad?...I'd rather eat Martha's than mine, too."
LINK: Weekly Volcano’s Eat & Drink section
LINK: South Sound Restaurant Guide
LINK: South Sound Happy Hours
LINK: Wine and beer tastings