The Wine Poste's Birthday; Grill on The Alley Does Picnics

DESIGN DISTRICT—The Wine Poste is celebrating its first anniversary with an event called Swine & Wine on June 26 at 7 p.m. Chefs Matt Ford and Graham Dodds will present four courses of pig-centric locally sourced dishes served along with French wines. Seats are $80 per person all-inclusive and there will also be door prizes; snag tickets here. [EaterWire]

GALLERIA—The Grill on The Alley is now offering reusable, insulated picnic bags stocked with a starter, entree and dessert to feed 2-4 people, plus plastic wine glasses, a wine opener, tablecloth, napkins, plates and cutlery. Prices start at $32.95 depending on the menu; scope out the list of options (PDF warning) here. The picnic bags are available now through September. Call the restaurant at 214-459-1601 at least 24 hours in advance to reserve. [EaterWire]

LOWER GREENVILLE—The Grape is hosting a "Come As You Are" wine dinner on Thursday, May 29 showcasing wines from Sonoma Valley's Banshee Wines. Three courses by chef de cuisine Jed Demler are included with wine pairings for $48 per person; reservations are recommended and the menu is available between 5:30-9 p.m. Call 214-828-1981 or hit up The Grape's website to reserve. [EaterWire]