Free Cookies for Moms at Craftsman and Wolves; Wise Words from a JBFA Winning Mother

MISSION— Craftsman and Wolves knows what ladies like... and it's free lavender shortbread cookies. The first 100 moms to stop by their Valencia Street location on Mother's Day will receive a beautiful snack, "just for being awesome." [EaterWire]

SAN FRANCISCO— James Beard Award Winner Shelley Lindgren (A16, SPQR) has some wise words to share on being a mom and working in the restaurant industry, as well as some great wine ideas for Mother's Day. [PostModyrn]

NOE VALLEY— So, you didn't get tickets to Franklin Barbecue's two-day pop-up. The next best thing might just be snagging a signed copy of Aaron Franklin's new book at Omnivore Books (or tell yourself that, anyway). The BBQ Master will be signing copies on Monday, May 11 from 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.; admission is free. [EaterWire]

SANTA CRUZ— Join David Kinch for a Manresa dinner in honor of Kuumbwa Jazz Center's 40-year anniversary. The evening will include a cocktail hour, followed by a four-course dinner and wines paired by Manresa's sommelier. The dinner takes place at Santa Cruz's Kuumbwa Jazz Center on Monday, May 11 at 6:30 p.m.; tickets available here. [EaterWire\