Azasu Hosts Industry Night; Oktoberfest at DBGB

LOWER EAST SIDE — Azasu is hosting an industry night on Saturday. Folks in the food world can stop by after 11 p.m. for bowls of free off-menu tsukemen ramen. The restaurant hopes to host nights like this on a bi-monthly basis. Bring a business card to prove that you're part of the club. [Eaterwire]

LOWER EAST SIDE — Maharlika and Jeepney are hosting their third annual Balut Eating Contest at the Hester Street Fair this Saturday (balut is a boiled duck embryo). Festivities will run from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. For those who wish to join in the eating contest, email contactiluvbalut@gmail.com.

BOWERY — DBGB is hosting an Oktoberfest this weekend. Liter prices will drop down those of a pint with the order of any sausage. [Eaterwire]

SAN FRANCISCO — Fed up with picky diners, SO Chinese restaurant closed its doors for part of last night and today, posting an angry sign in its windows: "We are closed because of you (customers), So...yes we use MSG, we don't believe in organic food, and we don't give a shit about gluten free." [EN]