Mourad Launched a New Cocktail Program; There's a Pacific Heights Wine & Food Fest

FINANCIAL DISTRICT — The critically-acclaimed Moroccan spot Mourad has launched a new cocktail program with eight new drinks meant to "bridge the bar and the kitchen." And apparently that means ingredients like curry spices and cardamom syrup. [Inside Scoop]

PACIFIC HEIGHTS — It's a busy weekend for food fests, and now Pacific Heights is throwing itself into the ring. There are a few events throughout the weekend around the neighborhood, like a celebrity chef dinner and a high tea; head here for tickets and all the details. [EaterWire]

MISSION — Beretta is holding another cocktail workshop series with the first class this Monday, September 21. The topic is "locals only" with lessons on classics from the Barbary Coast days. Head here for tickets and information on the rest of the series. [EaterWire]

PRESIDIO HEIGHTS — Spruce's chefs Mark Sullivan and John Madriaga are cooking up a dinner to go along with Ar.Pe.Pe Italian wines. Ar.Pe.Pe winemaker Isabella Pelizzatti will be on hand to pour the pairings; head here for tickets and a look at the menu. [EaterWire]