Martha Stewart Stops by Res, Benoit's Picnic Lunch

RED HOOK — Last night Res hosted a launch party for Swallow magazine's Mexico City issue. In a surprise twist, Martha Stewart showed up. Here's a picture of Ms. Martha with Merotoro and Contramar's Jair Téllez and Gabriela Cámara and Frank Falcinelli and Frank Castronovo. [EaterWire]

MIDTOWN WEST — Now through Labor Day, Benoit is offering a picnic lunchbox for pick-up. For $19, the lunch includes a pan bagnat Nicoise tuna sandwich, an individual fruit tart of your choice, and either iced tea or cilantro strawberry lemonade. [EaterWire]

MIDTOWN WEST — The Four Seasons' annual Children's Day, when all kids get to dine for free, will be on Friday, August 23. Children must be between the ages of 5 and 14 to attend, and there's a limit of two children per adult. To make a reservation, call 212-754-9494. [EaterWire]

CHELSEA — Hôtel Americano is celebrating Bastille Day on July 14 at La Piscine, their rooftop bar and grill. There will be champagne specials, DJ sets from noon to midnight, and the pool will be open all day. For reservations call 212-525-0000 or email lapiscine@hotel-americano.com. [EaterWire]

HONG KONG — Hong Kong-based blogger and critic Janice Leung shares her picks for the latest Eater Hong Kong Heatmap over on Eater National, and a couple of familiar faces made the list. Motorino and Fatty Crab, both recent exports from NYC, have apparently been generating a lot of buzz on the other side of the world. [~EN~]