NOLA— The ten best things Brett Anderson ate in the New Orleans last month include Peche's gumbo, Carrollton Market's gazpacho, and Bevi Seafood's shrimp po' boy. [NOLA.com]
WAREHOUSE DISTRICT— Chef Nina Compton and the Compere Lapin crew celebrate one year in with a slew of dining events the first week of June, including a four-course dinner on June 1 for $65/person ($30 more gets you wine pairings) and an a la carte brunch on June 4 with bar director Abigail Gullo's specialty anniversary punch on the menu. (504) 599-2119 for info and reservations. [Eaterwire]
NOLA— The Emeril Lagasse Foundation has just announced the distribution of over $150,000 to area non-profits including Second Harvest, Liberty's Kitchen, Louisiana Restaurant Association's Education Fund and others. The foundation has raised over $7 million for children's charities since 2002. [Eaterwire]
CBD—The Windsor Court offers $2 off glasses of wine in its Cocktail Bar tomorrow, Wednesday, May 25 in honor of National Wine Day. House sommelier is also doing Windsor Uncorked wine classes ($45/person) in The Grill Room all year long. More info on the upcoming classes here. [Eaterwire]
NOLA— Ann Maloney reports that Dat Dog and Zatarain's will offer free samples of the new Zat Dog—featuring crab boil-spiced shrimp sausage, corn macque choux and Zatarain's newly-released limited supply of chow chow (mustard relish)— this Thursday May 26, from 6 to 10 p.m. at the 3336 Magazine location. Young Fellaz Brass Band will play and proceeds will benefit New Orleans Musicians' Assistance Foundation. The Zat Dogs will be available at all Dat Dogs through the end of September. [NOLA.com]