More Alum Dinners at Paley's; Saigon Pearl Shutters

NW/ALPHABET DISTRICT—An early head's up for an event that's bound to sell out: The second installment of Vitaly Paley's ongoing Paley's Place anniversary series — celebrating the restaurant's 18th anniversary — is set for Thursday, March 21, with guest chefs Scott Ketterman (of Crown Paella) and pastry chef Kristen Murray. Reservations to the five-course dinner are $125 and available here. [EaterWire]

SE 82ND—Diners at PortlandFood.org report that Vietnamese spot Saigon Pearl Restaurant has closed after slightly more than a year in business. Coming in its place: a pho restaurant. [PF.org]

NORTHEAST—NE's newish Cardinal Club has announced expanded hours: Its menu of cocktails and small plates is now available from 5p.m. to 1a.m., seven days a week. [EaterWire]

Image of Paley's Place courtesy Avila/EPDX