Discount Life is Sweet Tickets; Derby Party at Asador

FRISCO—Recently opened Brazilian steakhouse Estilo Gaucho will celebrate its official grand opening on Thursday, May 9 from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. with free caipirinhas and wine, plus a sampling of menu items like fried polenta, cheese bread, and meats. RSVP to events@nunezprgroup.com. [Eaterwire]

DOWNTOWN—Only one more day to get tickets for the Life is Sweet event, which will be held Thursday night at the Tower Club downtown; the event, which benefits Best Buddies Texas, pairs chefs with developmentally disabled persons to create original desserts that will be judged by a panel of local food personalities. Tickets are usually $75, but can be had for $50 each with the discount code "BUDDY". [Eaterwire]

MEDICAL DISTRICT—Asador inside the Renaissance Hotel is hosting a Kentucky Derby party on Saturday, May 4 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. $8 themed cocktails will include a Rhubarb Mint Julep and Peach Whiskey Sour; the restaurant will also debut its new locally sourced cheese and charcuterie board for $12. [Eaterwire]