Dining calendar: pop-up events, whiskey news and more

Melody Baetens
The Detroit News

Paddy’s Hideaway at Bandit Tavern: The lower-level bar at this Royal Oak restaurant, the Hideaway, is transforming into Paddy's, the bar from “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,” in honor of St. Patrick’s Day. The temporary pop-up will have themed drinks and fun decor inspired by the fictional hangout. Open at 5 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. through March 30. Open 1-8 p.m. on Sunday for St. Patrick’s Day. 419 S. Main, Royal Oak. Hideawayro.com.

Layali Nights: During Ramadan, food vendors of all types will gather to offer burgers, tacos, doughnuts and more. Open 10:30 p.m.-3 a.m. Tues.-Sun. through Ramadan. 6628 N. Waverly, Dearborn Heights.

Pie and Mash pop-up at Cornman Farms: British chef and owner Kieron Hales returns with a Wednesday pop-up throughout the month of March. Order a savory, handmade pie with mashed potatoes, vegetables and Scottish shortbread in advance online and pick up 4:30-7 p.m. Wednesdays in March. 8540 Island Lake Road, Dexter. (734) 619-8100. shop.zingermanscornmanfarms.com/collections/pie-mash.

Detroit News photo of chef Jimmy Schmidt in 2019.

Chef Jimmy Schmidt with Louis Latour Wines at Village Market: The first Detroit chef to win a James Beard Award, chef Jimmy Schmidt will present a five-course dinner with wine pairings from Louis Latour wines. 6-9 p.m. March 21. 18330 Mack, Grosse Pointe. $175 per person. eventbrite.com/e/wine-and-dine-tickets-817380967477.

Bocce with the Brothers at Villa Penna: A fundraiser for Capuchin Soup Kitchen, this event includes a buffet dinner, beer and wine plus dessert from On the Rise Bakery Café live music and unlimited bocce ball. 5:30 p.m. March 22. $75. 43895 Hayes, Sterling Heights. Boccewiththebrothers.org.

Royal Oak Bourbon Fest at Royal Oak Farmers Market: More than 100 whiskeys will be on hand for sampling, plus some other spirits, beer and wine. The party also has food trucks, live music, shopping and more. 5 and 8:30 p.m. April 6. $40 early bird tickets, $100 VIP early bird. 316 E. 11 Mile, Royal Oak. royaloakbourbonfest.com.

Naked Burger in Clinton Township updated its dining room and refreshed the menu.

Food and dining news

Updates at Naked Burger Kitchen + Craft Bar: Macomb County destination Naked Burger celebrated its four-year anniversary with dining room updates and a refreshed menu with additions like marrow poutine, Moroccan burger and birria grilled cheese. Naked Burger is also now open for lunch and dinner daily. 43203 Garfield, Clinton Township. Nakedburgerdetroit.com.

Frisky Whiskey comes to Michigan: Black-owned, woman-owned whiskey brand Frisky Whiskey is now available in Michigan. Find the caramel- and vanilla-flavored spirit at select Meijer locations. drinkfrisky.com.

New dish at Wright & Company: Chef Kyle Schutte debuted a new vegan dish on the menu at downtown hot spot Wright & Company called “What Am I, Chopped Liver?” It’s made with local mushrooms, vegan egg whites, cornichons, fried capers, parsley and thyme. 1500 Woodward, Floor 2, Detroit. wrightdetroit.com.

Melody Baetens