Ming Tsai at Slurping Turtle, Takashi; Allium's New Beer

RIVER NORTH/BUCKTOWN—Ming Tsai will do a book signing and cocktail reception at Slurping Turtle Oct. 29 from 3 to 5 and then do a dinner at Takashi that night. The book signing is $25; the six-course dinner (with a book signing) costs $78 with optional wine pairings at $45. Reservations for the dinner are required by calling 773-772-6170. [EaterWire]

GOLD COAST—On Oct. 16, Kevin Hickey will debut his new seasonal beer collaboration at Allium with Begyle Brewing Company. From 5 to 6:30 that evening, get Allium Beta Beer for $3 and samples of Hickey's fall menu. [EaterWire]

SOUTH LOOP—Acadia has a new bar menu and has brought back its popular burger. [EaterWire]

RIVER NORTH—Cantina Laredo now serves a Mexican brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. with dishes like migas con huevos, chicken fajita omelet and, of course, huevos rancheros. [EaterWire]