Last Chef Standing; Eat at Philippe Tonight

RICE VILLAGE— Ruggles Cafe owner Susan Molzan has collaborated with BRC/Liberty Kitchen chef/owner Lance Fegen on a new breakfast menu that will be served on Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. The items include four different biscuits and vegetarian tacos. [EaterWire]

GALLERIA— Philippe will host a special dinner tonight at 6:30 p.m. in which five local sommeliers, including the restaurant's own Vanessa Trevino Boyd, have each worked with chef Philippe Schmit to pair a wine with one of his courses. It costs $135. Makes reservations by calling 713-439-1000. [EaterWire]

EVENTWIRE— CultureMap's Last Chef Standing competition will take place June 4 from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Attendees will be able to sample dishes prepared by 20 chefs from across Houston, including Eleven XI's Kevin Bryant, Vic & Anthony's Carlos Rodriguez and Batanga's Ben McPherson. Diners from across the city are invited to vote in an online bracket to determine the People's Choice winner. Tickets are $65 for general admission or $125 for VIP; spending the extra cash bring early entrance and the chance to hobnob with the chefs and judges. Buy them here. [EaterWire]

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