Oak Street Po' Boy Fest Returns This Weekend

CARROLLTON— The ninth annual Oak Street Po' Boy Festival returns to Oak Street this Sunday, November 22, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with 40+ vendors, an art market, live music, and po' boys galore vying for numerous prizes and the title of best po' boy in town.  Word to the wise: arrive early. [NOLA.com]

ST. ROCH— St. Roch Market has just jumped in the Thanksgiving catering game with numerous side and dessert options. Order by Monday (Nov 23) and pick up on Wednesday (Nov 25) after 3 p.m. [Eaterwire]

IRISH CHANNEL— Salu relaunches its monthly outdoor pig roast this Saturday, November 21 from noon to 3 p.m with $5 cochon du lait sandwiches, plus more brunch and booze specials. [Eaterwire]

WESTBANK— Also this Saturday, November 21, Dinner Lab pops up at Cafe Hope with Gracias-Giving, chef Stephen McCrary's Spanish-themed Thanksgiving dinner that pulls ingredients from Cafe Hope's garden. Bombay Sapphire will also have a gin & tonic bar, where guests can customize their own cocktail. Seatings at 7 and 8 p.m. Info/sign up here. [Eaterwire]