From new menu items at Mission Taco Joint, to a virtual author event with Left Bank Books — here are five things to do this weekend in the Central West End.
Attend a Virtual Author Event | Left Bank Books
Thursday, November 5
7-8 p.m.
Attend a special author event, from the comfort of your own home! Tonight, Left Bank Books welcomes music scholar Gustavus Stadler, who will discuss his new book, WOODY GUTHRIE: AN INTIMATE LIFE, on their Facebook Live Page. Stadler will be in conversation with St. Louis-based writer Robin Wheeler. Join them on Left Bank Books’ Facebook Live Page at 7 p.m. and order a copy of WOODY GUTHRIE: AN INTIMATE LIFE from Left Bank Books.
About WOODY GUTHRIE: AN INTIMATE LIFE:
Dismantles the Woody Guthrie we have been taught—the rough-and-ready ramblin’ man—to reveal an artist who discovered how intimacy is crucial for political struggle.
Enjoy a Taste of the Season | Kingside Diner
Morning Happy Hour
6:30-10:30 a.m.
The leaves are changing, the temperatures are dropping, and NEW seasonal cocktails have arrived at Kingside Diner. Take advantage of their Morning Happy Hour and sip on something new this weekend. From “Harvest Bellini” to “Caramel Apple Cider”, these drinks are sure to get you in the autumn spirit!
Explore Scenic Landscapes | Duane Reed Gallery
Gallery Hours
Tues-Sat
11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Expand your horizons and explore new scenic landscapes at Duane Reed Gallery. Their newest exhibition “Quiet Beauty” is now on display and can be viewed Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jeffrey Vaughn has focused his energies as an artist working in landscapes for over twenty years. Vaughn approaches his work with a quiet contemplativeness that reflects the serene aspects of the natural world and reveals the underlying spiritual nature that can be found in the environments he portrays.
Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth | The Cup
Mon-Thurs, 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m.
Fri-Sat, 9:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m.
We’ve got good news — the Cookie Dough Cupcake is back at The Cup for all of November! Featuring chocolate chip cake, vanilla buttercream, a scoop of edible cookie dough, and a chocolate ganache drizzle, this is one sweet treat you don’t want to miss. Walk-ins welcome or place an order for curbside pick-up or delivery.
Try Something New | Mission Taco Joint
Mon-Sun, 12-9 p.m.
Taco ’bout good news — NEW MENU ITEMS are now available at Mission Taco Joint! The menu includes items that customers have been craving, including a new breakfast-inspired burrito, quesadillas, empanadas and more. At-home offerings for families continue to be popular, so Mission Taco Joint has added a Sheet Pan Nacho Kit to the to-go menu in addition to the Taco Party Kit for 4. With instruction on how to assemble at home, the Sheet Pan Nachos include: one bag of chips, chihuahua/cheddar cheese, taco meat, pico de gallo, pickled jalapeños and cilantro crema — perfect for lazy nights at home on the couch! Whether you plan on dining in or taking your food to-go, be sure to try something new this weekend.