LaV Profiled; Blue Banjo Fajitas Coming Soon; Sake Event at Snack Bar

EAST SIDE — Austin Fusion profiles trailer Say LaV, which will become simply LaV when the hotly anticipated East 7th restaurant opens later this year. Vilma Mazaite, partner and sommelier, describes their forthcoming "giant wine room," and chef Alison Jenkins calls food the "end run into culture," which is why she mixes her French-focused menu with inspirations from Vietnam and countries all over the Mediterranean. [Austin Fusion]

FAST CASUAL WIRE — Blue Banjo, a "high energy fajita bar" is coming in early October to 3301 Steck Ave. near MoPac. They are currently seeking "personalities" to work front of the house, for those who want an employer who doesn't see them as a "person" so much as a "personality." [Eaterwire]

SO CO — Texas Sake Company is celebrating its 2nd anniversary with series of events this week, including a "Meet the Producers" event at Snack Bar on Wednesday, September 25 from 6-9pm. They will be offering free tastings, as well as discounted flights and kasu ice cream. [Eaterwire]
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