Weekend Plans: Beer, Wine, Pizza, and More

BEER HERE — Lots of beer goings-on this weekend. Abita is popping up at bars around Austin today and tomorrow, April 29 and 30, to roll out its new Big Easy IPA. Pinthouse Pizza on Burnet launches its 2016 Jaguar Shark bourbon barrel-aged imperial stout tomorrow. Bottles go on sale at 11 a.m., doors open at 10 a.m.. Also on Saturday, it’s mudbug time for Adelbert’s Brewery, which throws its Bugs & Beer Crawfish Boil from 1 to 4 p.m. [EaterWire]

DRIPPING SPRINGS — Treaty Oak Distillery hosts Jack Gilmore for a signing of his 2014 cookbook, Jack Allen’s Kitchen: Celebrating the Tastes of Texas, on Saturday, April 30, from 1 to 4 p.m. There will be pimiento cheese samples and Treaty Oak cocktails. [EaterWire]

DOWNTOWN — Get a head start on Mother’s Day at Searsucker on Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. The New American restaurant plays host to Baubles and Bubbles, a shopping event featuring designer Kendra Scott’s jewelry and other accessories offered at a 15% discount. Shoppers can enjoy complimentary champagne. Brunch reservations are also available. [EaterWire]

OPENING ALERT — The latest Mod Pizza outlet, this one at Tech Ridge, marks its grand opening on Saturday, starting at noon. The first 52 fans in line will receive free pizza, and diners can also enter to win free pizza for a year. Proceeds from the day’s sales will benefit the Pflugerville Education Foundation. [EaterWire]

EASTER WIRE — Russian House observes Orthodox Easter with brunch on Sunday, May 1, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., complete with a blessing by Father Aidamon of Holy Protection Orthodox Church. [EaterWire]

FRENCH KISS — Easy Tiger celebrates the cultural melting pot of Eastern France on Sunday with "Bringing Alsace to Austin." Enjoy Alsatian wines by the glass and regional culinary specialties, including sausages, sauerkraut, and cake, from noon to 4 p.m. [EaterWire]

SOUTH FIRST — Alcomar turns one with a party on Sunday with with $1 oyster shooters, mimosas, and beers. The restaurant is taking the opportunity to show off its new bar menu, including margarita and sangria pitchers, and new drinks. The festivities last from 1 to 3 p.m. [EaterWire]