Black Sands Now Open (Basically) All the Time; Perbacco Starts Italian Dinner Series

LOWER HAIGHT — Black Sands has expanded its hours to be open basically all the time Tuesday through Saturday. Starting Tuesday, March 8, the cafe opens at 8 a.m. and the restaurant stays open until 12 a.m. See all the menus here. [EaterWire]

FINANCIAL DISTRICT — Perbacco is starting a dinner series this Thursday, March 10, with each focusing on a different Italian ingredient like prosciutto, Parmigiano-Reggiano, balsamic, espresso and olive oil. The $65 dinners include a glass of sparkling wine, hors d’oeuvres and a four-course meal, plus tax and gratuity. Head here to reserve. [EaterWire]

MARINA — Festa della Donna (International Women’s Day) is this Tuesday, March 8 and A16 is celebrating with a dinner to benefit Every Mother Counts, a non-profit dedicated to making pregnancy and childbirth safe for every mother. The menu is based around goat cheese; make a reservation here at either the Marina or Oakland location. [EaterWire]

OAKLAND — Chefs Chris Wolff (Bar Tartine) and Jonathan Tu (Rich Table), also known as the Journeymen, are hosting a pop-up Monday, March 14 at Blackwater Station with a staff meal theme. Dishes include frito pie churros, fancy tots and cheeseburger lasagna; see the full menu and get tickets here. [EaterWire]