Jan Henrichsen Moves to Fat Rice; Art Smith Responds to Barilla With a Brunch; More

LOGAN SQUARE—Jan Henrichsen, the "Lady of Libations," has left Found to become the new beverage director at Fat Rice. She replaces Jason Brown, who left for the upcoming Oyster Pail and The Wilcox. [EaterWire]

ART SMITH'S HOUSE—In responding to the Barilla pasta owner's anti-gay remarks, chef Art Smith (Table Fifty-Two) is throwing a protest brunch tomorrow at 2 p.m. at his place. Email Smith to attend, only 50 seats are available. [EaterWire]

GOLD COAST—One Off Hospitality has changed the name of their upcoming restaurant in the Thompson Hotel from Nico to Nico Osteria. It will also have a lounge, named Salone Nico. [Crain's]

RIVER NORTH—Time is drawing near for this year's Shaw's Oyster Fest on October 18. Seeing as it's the 25th anniversary, they're pulling out all the stops: 10 types of dishes, three types of oysters, Goose Island beer, and live music (including Buddy Guy) at the block party on Rush and Illinois. Tickets cost $30. [EaterWire]
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