Restaurant Eugene Wine Tasting, Chattanooga Road Trip

BUCKHEAD— The first in a series of wine tastings led by H&F Bottle Shop store manager Cate Hatch is this Saturday, March 8 at Restaurant Eugene. The certified sommelier starts things off with a look at Riesling, accompanied by snacks from the restaurant's kitchen. Grab a seat for this session and those to come here. [EaterWire]

INMAN PARK— It's nearly spring, and Parish is celebrating just a little early with its annual 'Spring Thing' party. Abita brews, all-you-can-eat oysters, ice cream sandwiches, and cocktails from bartender Arianne Fielder set the tone for the season. More details on Facebook. [EaterWire]

CHATTANOOGA— Looking for a weekend road trip? Zagat offers six reasons to make the drive north to Chattanooga, including dive breakfast spot Aretha Frankenstein's and the Peruvian style rotisserie chicken at taqueria Taco Mamacita. [Zagat]