There must be something in the air -- temperatures dropping or the crisp winds of fall, perhaps -- but whatever it is, it has caused two of our favorite local artisanal picklers to launch tasty new products. First, Jon Orren at Wheelhouse has created the Ploughman's Pickle, his take on the Branston Pickle Relish that graces the traditional English Ploughman's lunch. His version contains the wort from Sixpoint Craft Ales' Brownstone Ale (wort is the......

When meat maven Josh Ozersky, aka Mr. Cutlets, talks bacon, many a New York City carnivore listens. And Gothamist is no exception. Despite Monday's dreary weather, we trudged over to East Village gastropub Jimmy's No.43, for what our favorite meathead was billing as a night of bacon, beer and pickles, a combination sure to brighten any rainy day. Some 25 pounds of cured pork belly were cooked up that night in the subterranean space. Five......

April 20-21: Wine Rave NYC Wine Rave NYC is an event designed to take away the stuffiness from wine events. There will be tastings galore, plus "Sips of Wisdom," brief presentations from experts, and the "Hip Sips Lounge," where you can talk to wine industry insiders. Friday, April 20 from 6 to 10 pm and Saturday, April 21 from 5 to 10 pm. $65 general admission, $100 VIP tickets, available online, by calling 212-352-9900 or......

February 3: James Beard House Cookbook and Culinary Tag Sale It's bargains galore at the James Beard House's tag sale. Shop for bargains for your kitchen or for cookbooks to shake up your repertoire. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., 167 West 12th Street. February 3: Navarra Cheese and Wine Located in the north of Spain, Navarra boasts a long and rich history of agriculture and gastronomic culture. Join Waldemar and Nadia as they showcase Navarra......

November 3: Chocolate and Dessert Wine Seminar Two award winners paired with two sinful delights -- what could be better? James Beard Pastry Chef of the Year, Jacques Torres and James Beard Sommelier of the Year, Jean Luc Le Du join forces for these seminars focusing on chocolate and dessert wine. Three seminars at 6:30, 7:00 and 7:30, at Le Du's Wines, 600 Washington St between Morton and Leroy. $25. Seating is limited and reservations......

Sunday’s are great for food walks as long as the weather holds out for you. So do a bit of research, grab a partner and hop a subway to one of the following destinations: Sunset Park: Head out on the N/R train to the mid 40’s on 5th avenue. From there walk towards the 60’s and explore all of the Mexican restaurants that line the avenue and stretch onto the side streets. Tacos, horchata,......

March 10: The Back of the House Michael Harlan Turkell's photographs focusing on the behind-the-scenes world of restaurant kitchens will be on display through April 20th at The Fall Café. The opening night festivities, sponsored by the local Sixpoint Craft Ales, are from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. this Frida. 307 Smith Street, Brooklyn, 718-403-0230. March 11: Raw Cocktail Party at Organic Academics At first we were skeptical about the raw food thing, but then we......

December 1: Ports and Madeira at Camaje Ah, the mysteries of Ports and Madeira -- will they ever be within your grasp? Sure they will. Learn the ins and outs of Ports and Madeira at Camaje Bistro tonight from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. Reservations are required and should be made by phone at 212-673-8184. $30 per person, 85 MacDougal Street, between Bleecker and Houston. December 1: How to Pull a Shot Not do a shot......