Dolce Vita Announces Full Lineup; Fancy Tailgate at Hotel Ella; A Night Out with James Moody

FESTIVALS — The 25th Annual Dolce Vita food festival has announced their full lineup. Participants include soon-to-open restaurants like Vox Table and Fixe as well as LaV, Ramen Tatsu-Ya, The Bonneville and many more. VIP ticket holders get access to a special cocktai lounge staffed by bartenders from around the state. The festival at Laguna Gloria benefits the Contemporary Austin's arts education initiatives. Tickets for the October 16 event are $175, or $200 for VIP. [Eaterwire]

CAMPUS — Hotel Ella will host tailgate parties during the first five of six UT home games this season, starting this weekend. The party will feature a buffet, drinks, and shuttles to and from the stadium. Tickets are $50. [Statesman]

DOWNTOWN — CultureMap goes on a night out with Mohawk owner James Moody. Moody shares his circuitous journey from star Claritin salesman to nightclub owner over drinks at The Longbranch Inn and The Cloak Room. [CultureMap]