Food & Drink
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SHOCHU FOR TWO The Japanese restaurant Sachiko’s on Clinton presents a shochu tasting, featuring three types of the Japanese vodka made from wheat, rice, and sweet potatoes. Dishes such as yakitori and kushiage (skewered and deep-fried meats and vegetables) are featured. Tonight, 6:30 p.m., Sachiko’s on Clinton, 25 Clinton St., between Houston and Stanton streets, 212-253-2900, $35.
RUM ROGUES The American Museum of Natural History presents “Adventures in the Global Kitchen: Rum,” featuring a discussion on the history of rum by author Wayne Curtis. Samples of the 23-year-old Ron Zacapa Centenario rum, and mini mojitos and bombos (rum, water, sugar, and nutmeg) are offered. Tonight, 7 p.m., American Museum of Natural History, Linder Theater, 77th Street between Columbus Avenue and Central Park West, 212-769-5200, $20.
OLIVE BRANCH Agata & Valentina Ristorante presents a Sicilian olive oil tasting featuring oils made by producer Manfredi Barbera. Featured dishes include pastry chef Eileen Guastella’s ricotta and olive oil gelato. Tomorrow, 7 p.m., Agata & Valentina Ristorante, 1513 First Ave. at 79th Street, 212-452-0691, $25.
