Southern Social Friday is Back; Opus One Dinner at Bianca

CHARITYWIRE— The Third Annual World Festival Miami presented by Common Threads will be hosted tonight by none other than chef and crusader Michelle Bernstein of Michys and Crumb. Bernstein, known for her efforts to give back to the community, will be leading some of Miami's premiere chefs to raise money for educating the city's youngsters on nutrition. Joining her tonight at The Moore Building will be Cesar Zapata of The Federal Food, Drink and Provisions, E. Michael Reidt of Area 31, Cindy Hutson of Ortanique, Danny Serfer of Blue Collar, Makoto Okuwa of Makoto, and Paula DaSilva of 1500° among a roster of others. Grab a pair of tickets and head over at 7:30p.m. for a night of eating well while doing good, complete with a live auction. [Miami.com]

MIAMI BEACH— Yardbird Southern Table & Bar brings back their Southern Social happy hour after a popular run last month, but this time in the name of Oktoberfest. Starting this Friday, ladies drink selected beers free from 4 to 7p.m. and bar snacks are free to all. Socializing encouraged. [EaterWire]

MIAMI BEACH— What better way to celebrate a 2009 vintage Opus One release than to have a stellar dinner party and drink some vino? Bianca at the Delano has it covered. Just call to reserve a $175 plate and enjoy a four-course feast and wine pairing on October 10 with Kobe rib eye, grilled octopus, black truffle cones, and more. There will even be an Opus One rep from Napa Valley to talk wine and give some pointers. [Miami.com]