More on the Daiq Fest, Free Shows at Publiq House, More

MARIGNY? The Times-Pic has more coverage on the Daiquiri Fest happening this Saturday, August 17, at the Michalopoulas Gallery on Elysian Fields from noon to 9 p.m. with live music, food from We've Got Soul and more, and lots of craft daiqs. [NOLA.com]

UPTOWN? NoDef reports that Vom Fass is now doing Mediterranean lifestyle and cooking classes with physician/wine maker James Moises: "Once a month, he leads the class in discussing the Mediterranean lifestyle and pairs four of his wines with four different foods." Including one tomorrow, Wednesday, August 14. Call (504) 302-1455 for info/reservations. [NolaDefender]

FRERET? The Krewe of Freret is hosting Eat Street, a FREE summer concert series every Saturday in August at Publiq House. Food trucks will also be on site from about 6 to 9p.m. too. Robert Morris also reports on how "Freret's revival has largely avoided the issues that often accompany gentrification" this week. [UptownMessenger]

Daiq Fest representatives [Photo: Facebook]