The next installment of the Portland Food Adventures dinner series doubles as an anniversary blow-out: Chris Israel's Grüner celebrates its third birthday during a PFA event on Sunday, December 9, kicking off with a cocktail at Kask before moving to the Grüner dining room (which will be closed to the public). As per usual, the $125 reservation includes six courses (like buckwheat spatzle with braised chicken; house-made sausages and pork tenderloin) and wraps up with the presentation of gift certificates to the chef's favorite haunts — in this case, St. Jack, Cacao, and Wafu. Added bonus: With the code EATER8, anyone reserving a group of eight or more will get a $100 gift card to Lardo or Portland Penny Diner. More information and tickets here. [EaterWire]
