Weekend Brunch at Smoke Ring; Tequila Dinner at ESS

CASTLEBERRY HILL— Barbecue joint Smoke Ring expands brunch to Saturdays starting this weekend right along with an update to the menu. Ease into the day with the signature bloody Mary, made with bacon-infused vodka, and chef Jordan Wakefield's venison jerky. [EaterWire]

BEER ICE CREAM— Frozen Pints seasonal favorite Cinnamon Espresso Stout hits shelves this week. Find it at Hop City, Ale Yeah, and beyond. [EaterWire]

MIDTOWN— Empire State South wants you to experience "legit" tequila with master distiller Jesus Hernandez from Jalisco. Don't think shots with lime and salt: bartender Kellie Thorn will pair custom cocktails for each course in Josh Hopkins's menu. [EaterWire]
—Tucker Berta