Christmas Party for Charity; Galleria Dining

EVENT WIRE— Before you wrap all of your Christmas gifts, take one to the Spring Street Studios tomorrow (December 4) at 7 p.m. for the Christmas Care All: Past, Presents and Future, hosted by The Black Sheep Agency. This charitable event will benefit The Children's Assessment Center, an organization that provides professional care to children affected by sexual abuse. The fundraising event will feature drinks from 8th Wonder Brewery, Buffalo Bayou Brewing Company, Capt. Foxheart's Bad News Bar + Spirit Lodge, D&T Drive Inn, Down House, Karbach Brewing Co., Saint Arnold Brewing Company and Don Sebastiani & Sons. Food comes courtesy of Eatsie Boys, Oh My Gogi! and Good Dog Houston. The event is free, but RSVP here, and get more details here. [Eaterwire]

LISTICLES—Zagat Houston's Amber Ambrose lists 10 Galleria-area spots to hit up this holiday season when a refueling meal for your shopping break is in order. On the list is Etoile: "Just over a year old, this rustic-yet-refined French restaurant from chef Philippe Verpiand is just getting started. In addition to traditional French favorites, you'll find a seasonal menu and one-heck-of-a-deal social hour during the week." [Zagat]

RIP— Eater National reports that popular chef and author Judy Rodgers has passed away at the age of 57. "Rodgers was chef and co-owner of Zuni Cafe since 1987, and over her tenure garnered herself and the restaurant many accolades including the Beard Award for Outstanding Restaurant in 2003 and the Beard Award for Outstanding Chef in 2004." [-EN-]