SHORT ORDER: French wines tonight, Java Jive commercial, dollar smoothies, recipes of the nerds ...

By Volcano Staff on August 19, 2010

DINING NEWS, NIBBLES AND BITS >>>

French Wines In Tacoma: Mavi Contemporary Art opens for business tonight featuring the artwork of American/French artist William Quinn as their first show. In honor of its new neighbor, Minoela WineHouse will feature four French wines.

Smoothie Deal: Jamba Juice offers four coffee and tea smoothies for a $1 today. Find a local Jamba here.

Commercial break:

New Happy Hour: Morso in Gig Harbor has added a happy hour 4-6 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, 9 p.m. to close Wednesday-Saturday. Expect discounts on wine by the glass and beers.

Future Things Are Coming: The Bayview School of Cooking in Olympia hosts an "Everyday Thai Vegetables Dishes" class Wednesday, Aug. 25 at 6 p.m. The cost is $50 per person. Register at 360.754.1448.

Food Matters: Recipes of the nerds

LINK: South Sound happy hours

LINK: South Sound Restaurant Guide