Aya Cookhouse Hosts Wine Dinner; Magnolias Welcomes Former Chefs to the Kitchen

WINEWIRE — Mount Pleasant stop Aya Cookhouse invites Sonoma-based Seghesio Family Vineyards to Charleston for a wine pairing dinner. On Wednesday, May 20, the event starts with a wine reception at 6:30 p.m. and moves into a four-course meal. Look for dishes like braised short rib buns and Hawaiian poke paired with the bottles. The cost is $70, and seats can be purchased online. [EaterWire]

BOOZE NEWS — On Sunday, June 14, Lowcountry Bistro will host their second annual Moonshine Throwdown. Starting at 5 p.m., bartenders will compete to create the best cocktail using Firefly White Lightning Moonshine. Guests will be able to sample the libations and snack on hors d’oeuvres. Tickets are $75, and proceeds go to fund the Ronald McDonald House. Call (843) 302-0290 to reserve a space. [EaterWire]

DINNERWIRE — After 25 years, classic Magnolias has seen a lot of faces in the kitchen. The venerable eatery invites a few favorites back for an evening of celebration in honor of the auspicious anniversary on June 11. Executive Chef Donald Drake will be joined with 11 chefs (including Craig Deihl, Bryan Lindsay, and Andrea Upchurch) for a five-course dinner party. The evening starts with hors d’oeuvres at 6:30 p.m. in the upper level dining room. For reservations call Pat Pettus at (843) 937-4012 ext. 241. [EaterWire]