If you’re a fan of bombolones, the Tuscan answer to the donut, you’ll want to note Feb. 8 on your calendar. That is the date on which Bombolone Fest returns to the Big Apple. Bombolone makers, from home bakers to pastry pros, will be on hand to showcase their unique takes on this classic Italian treat, vying for the title of Best Bombolone in the U.S.
The event will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with a live competition and judging at 2 p.m. The winner will receive a cash prize of $1,000.
Tickets, which may be purchased here, are $5.
Bombolone Fest, Essex Market, 88 Essex Street on the Norfolk Mezzanine.
Threes Brewing Is Turning 10
In New York bar/restaurant years, ten years is a ripe old age. That is the age Threes Brewing will be turning this coming Thursday, Jan. 23.
To commemorate the milestone, the brewpub will be throwing itself a party at its O.G. location in Gowanus — and you, the public, are invited.
Anticipate a host of fun activities, beginning at 5 p.m. and running late, such as:
- An ice luge in the yard presented by Granja Mezcal;
- Flash tattoos (yes, the permanent kind!) by tattoo artist Matthew Ullrich;
- Threes’ special 10th anniversary can release;
- Limited edition 10th anniversary merch (hooded sweatshirts, enamel pins);
- Oysters by Grand Army Bar;
- DJ set by Streetlight Boutique.
Threes Brewing, 333 Douglass Street, Brooklyn.
