Attend a James Beard Dinner at Nico or a Fernet Francisco Tasting (or Both!)

PACIFIC HEIGHTS — Nico chef Nicolas Delaroque is cooking a five-course dinner with wine pairings at the James Beard House in New York City, and he’s bringing the menu to Nico for one night only on Friday, April 15. The $65 menu includes all-things-spring like asparagus, sorrels, fiddlehead ferns and more; reserve here. [EaterWire]

FINANCIAL DISTRICT — The Filson clothing store is hosting a tasting of Fernet Francisco, the SF-made industry favorite spirit, on Thursday, April 14 from 5:30 p.m to 7 p.m. [EaterWire]

OAKLAND — Span the globe at Bocanova’s new monthly dinner series, which will feature a different country each month in a $95 five-course menu with wine pairings available nightly. First up is Argentina on Thursday, April 7 at 7 p.m., followed by Mexico in May, Chile in June, Peru in July and Brazil in August. Call to reserve. [EaterWire]

OAKLAND — Head to Pizzaiolo on Tuesday, April 12 at 6 p.m. for a wine dinner with Ordinaire Wine Shop. The $80 four-course dinner includes natural wine pairings. Call for reservations. [EaterWire]