Ben Shewry Visits Meadowood; Wise Sons Adds Tuesdays

NAPA—Australian chef Ben Shewry (Attica) is getting a very warm Bay Area welcome at The Restaurant at Meadowood, where he'll cook with not only Christopher Kostow, but David Kinch, Daniel Patterson, and James Syhabout as well. The dinner is on October 28th; tickets are $450, including wine. [Inside Scoop]

SOMA—If you've been turned away while seeking a Tuesday pastrami fix at the Mission location of Wise Sons, you're in luck: they're now open that day (but are still closed Mondays). Catch them from 8 am-3 pm. [Tablehopper]

FISHERMAN'S WHARF—The Ghirardelli Chocolate Festival is going down this weekend, featuring 50 vendors offering both chocolate and confections (including hot fudge sundaes). They'll also have chef demos, wine and chocolate pairings, chocolate classes, and a silent auction to raise funds for Project Open Hand. [EaterWire]

MISSION—Lovers of smoky spirits won't want to miss Sunday's Mezcal: Mexico in a Bottle festival, going down at Public Works. In addition to extensive tastings and classes, the event will feature food from Lolo, La Urbana, Sabrosa, El Techo de Lolinda, and more. Tickets are $60; be sure to get your sal de gusano ready. [EaterWire]