Mission Pie Al Fresco, Pumpkin Season Begins

Mission Pie [Photo: Flickr/Eating in Translation]

THE MISSION — Mission Pie now has outdoor seating in effect. Current flavors that can be enjoyed al fresco include plum frangipane, pear raspberry, walnut, and pumpkin. [EaterWire]

COMING ATTRACTIONS — Speaking of pumpkin, 'tis the season to celebrate the lively orange squash, and it's just about time to find the biggest one of the year. The 42nd Annual Half Moon Bay Art and Pumpkin Festival is free and takes place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on October 13-14 on Main Street in Half Moon Bay. [7X7]

CHEF SHUFFLES — 31-year-old Mill Valley Italian restaurant Piazza D'Angelo (22 Miller) now benefits from a new chef from Italy. Executive chef and Veneto native Andrea Giuliani has added specials such as housemade fazzoletti with veal osso bucco sauce and prosciutto San Daniele with Grana Padano flan. [EaterWire]

FOODLANTHROPY — Tacolicious (741 Valencia) is hosting a charitable golf tournament, cocktail reception and dinner called Taco Tour 2012 in support of New Door Ventures. It begins at 1 p.m. on October 11 at Presidio Golf Course (300 Finley). Contact Kory Cogdill at kory@tacolicioussf.com by the end of the week if you are interested in putting a golf team together to play some beer and tequila holes (fueled by tacos) and check here for sponsorship tiers. [EaterWire]