On Monday May 18th, catch a big fab Negroni party at BURRITT ROOM celebrating the release of the new book, The Negroni: Drinking to La Dolce Vita, with Recipes & Lore. It was written by Gaz Regan, with photography from the talented Kelly Puleio, and is all about the vermilion Italian libation. The book includes 60 recipes for different Negronis, plus beautiful photography. The party includes lots of complimentary bites and $5 Negroni specials at the bar, from 5pm-8pm. 417 Stockton St. at Sutter, 415-400-0561.
Speaking of Negronis, the time is now to sign up for the annual Team Negroni Cycling Team ride, part of the Negroni Week festivities in June. It’s happening on Tuesday June 2nd, and registration is right here. The ride begins at Campari America, and then heads north through Marin; check out the route map here. Donations can be made here, to raise money for Helen David Relief Fund to assist women in the bar industry coping with cancer.