Blue Bottle's James Freeman Talks Japanese Expansion; $2 Tacos at Mayes Oyster House

LOWER NOB HILL— Mayes Oyster House is launching Taco Truck Tuesdays, starting Tuesday, May 5. Mateo's Taco Truck will be offering $2 tacos, $5 margaritas and other drink specials. The happy hour specials go from 5 p.m.-8:30 p.m. every Tuesday. [EaterWire]

MISSION— Join Blue Bottle Coffee's CEO and Founder James Freeman as he shares the company's journey to Tokyo, as well was what did and did not change along the way. The talk is hosted by the Japanese Society of Northern California on Wedneseday, May 6 at 6 p.m.; tickets are available here. [EaterWire]

SOMA— Goose Island Beer Company will be in SF this week, hosting events around town for what they're calling "Migration Week." Check out one of their events, a "Celebration of Beer" at The Willows, where thirsty fans can meet the brewery team from Chicago and taste rare Goose Island beers. The event is Tuesday, May 5 from 7 p.m.-9 p.m. [EaterWire]

BERKELEY— For those who prefer to actually learn something while swilling tequila on Cinco de Mayo, FIVE will host a tequila talk and dinner on Tuesday, May 5. The founder of Tres Agaves will be on hand to talk tequila, paired with a three-course dinner. The dinner starts at 6 p.m.; tickets available here. [EaterWire]