Whiskey Dinner at Costata; Derby Day at Mable's

SOHO — On Thursday, May 1, Costata will host a special five-course Irish whiskey dinner with crudo, pastas, steak, dessert, and six whiskey pairings for $175 per person, exclusive of tax and gratuity. Pairings will include Jameson Gold Reserve, Redbreast 15 Year, and Green Spot Single Pot Still. Email rlevine@altamareagroup.com to make a reservation. [EaterWire]

WILLIAMSBURG — On Saturday, May 3, Mable's Smokehouse will host its fourth annual Kentucky Derby Party with $7 mint juleps, and specials like Derby Pie and Old Fashioneds. The restaurant will also show the races on flat screen TVs. The event is totally free. [EaterWire]

FOOD TV — Chef/author/sneaker enthusiast Eddie Huang has a new show on MTV called Snack-Off, which features amateur chefs competing "in an array of 'snack' inspired challenges." The first episode airs on July 10. Head over to Eater National for more details. [Eater National]