John Besh at Vom Fass, Cajun Food Fess, and More

UPTOWN? That new cookbook from John Besh comes out on November 1, and he'll be signing copies at Vom Fass on Friday, November 4, from 2-4. [EaterWire]

Larose? In case Halloween isn't your thing, this weekend is also the French Food Festival in Larose, Louisiana. But that name doesn't mean "French food" as in food from France; this weekend is all about Cajun cooking. [Bouillie]

RIVERWALK? On Monday, November 7, mixologist Chris McMillian and author Philip Greene will give a talk on the history of hotel bars in New Orleans. The event will be at the Museum of the American Cocktail at 6:30. Tickets are $30 in advance. [TP]

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