Shanik Turns One, Changes at Blind Pig, & More!

EASTLAKE— Blind Pig Bistro has always been delicious, but not always quite as affordable as some would like. So, the Charles Walpole-helmed resto is making some changes, now serving their prix fixe menu for $35-45. The 8-10 course feast consists of all the items off the chalkboard and is not to be missed. PLUS! They now accept reservations, so give 'em a call and head on in stat! [Seattle Met]

SOUTH LAKE UNION— Shanik, sister restaurant to Vancouver's famous Vij's Indian restaurant, is celebrating its first birthday this week in a delicious way. For $32, you can get a three-course meal, featuring lamb and beef kabobs, jackfruit curry, and other inventive dishes from their modern menu. A $20 wine pairing is available as well, but hurry — this ends on December 7. [EaterWire]

BELLEVUE— White Moustache Urban Adventure Company is hosting the first in a series of "Facetime" events, featuring chefs in an up close and personal setting. Chef Gabriel Chavez (Boat Street, Serafina) will soon be opening a Mexican restaurant, and you can get the first taste at a private dinner on January 13, 2014 in Bellevue. For $75, diners get to sample his food and drinks, and leave loaded with gift certificates to his favorite restaurants and shops around Seattle. [EaterWire]