New
Wild Noodles recently opened at the Foothills Mall. The fast-casual chain of franchises has eight locations in six states with looming rapid growth. Menu items include Asian, American, Italian and low-carb noodles plus salads and an unusual dessert--wonton s'mores. Wild Noodles is located at 7475 N. La Cholla Blvd; 531-9373.
Tea Culture at Seven Cups
Zhu Ping, certified Chinese tea master, teaches a series of six weekly lessons covering six different teas. Each class delves into that particular tea's ceremony, health benefits, history and culture. Join at any time; pre-registration is required. The cost of the series is $150; classes are held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays at 2516 E. Sixth St.; 881-4072.
Flamenco Flavors
Every Saturday during December, the Hotel Congress features a multicultural experience with flamenco music and dancing plus a trio of tapas and house-made sangria for $5 each at 311 E. Congress St. from 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Gone
The phones at Ménage a Trois wine bar and restaurant, Adobe Wine Deli and South American Parallel 32--which was slated to replace Ovens at St. Philip's Plaza at Campbell and River roads--have all been disconnected. Ménage had received its share of rave reviews, too, and the location is a good one. Fernando Elizalde, what happened?