Dale Talde and Guinness Celebrate St. Patty's Day; Hill Country's 'Gone to Texas'

PARK SLOPE — Dale Talde is co-hosting a St. Patrick's Day dinner at Thistle Hill Tavern on March 12 with Justin O'Connor of Dublin's Guinness Storehouse, home to Ireland's favorite black stuff. O'Connor's three-course dinner will feature twists on some of Thistle Hill's dishes, as well as a few of his own recipes. [EaterWire]

FLATIRON — For the third year in a row, Hill Country is running the "Gone to Texas" sweepstakes, which sends two 'cue fanatics (and their guests) to Austin for two nights for some barbecue and live music. The contest runs from March 2 to April 21. Register and see details here. [EaterWire]

CLINTON HILL — Popular pizza spot Emily sends word that starting today, it is open seven nights a week. [EaterWire]

UNION SQUARE — Dinner Lab and The Good Human Project's Lily Fund are hosting a charity chef battle March 14 at the Union Square Ballroom. Chefs Evelyn Garcia and Jacob Rosette are going head-to-head, each offering six courses, specialty cocktail pairings. There will also be live jazz and swing music from Fleur Seule. Proceeds go to a dog-focused charity. Tickets are $150 and are available here. [EaterWire]