Get cozy with coffee, cocktails and laidback DJ beats at Maven's Beats & Brews. Credit: Photo by Becca Wright

Here’s a look at this weekend’s tasty food and drink happenings:

Tomball German Heritage Festival in Old Town Tomball

Friday, 6 to 10 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
201 South Elm

Tomball’s beloved German Heritage Festival is back with a weekend full of bratwurst, biergartens and oompah bands.. Pop over for a fun dose of German culture with live music, folk dancing, and over 200 vendors slinging everything from schnitzel to handcrafted goodies.

Houston Whiskey Riot at Post Houston

Saturday, 4 to 7 p.m. (3 p.m. VIP)
401 Franklin

The Houston Whiskey Riot invites enthusiasts to Post Houston for an early evening of fine sips from 4 to 7 p.m. (3 p.m. for VIP). Folks can sample 200+ varieties of whiskey from local and international brands, enjoy seminars and rare tastes, and hang out with fellow whiskey lovers, distillers, and brand founders. Tickets start at $75.

Beats & Brews by MAVEN at Thompson


Sunday, noon to 2 p.m.
1717 Allen

MAVEN at Thompson is bringing back its Beats & Brews series for a special Astros-themed edition this Sunday, rocking laiback DJ sets in a cozy coffee shop atmosphere with coffee, cockailts and indulgent bites. In honor Astros Opening Weekend, guests can also expect fun activations such as merchandise from Sam & Davy, temporary tattoos, permanent jewelry and soft and salted cookies. The event is free to attend.

Paella on the Patio at Mutiny Wine Room

Sunday, 1, 4 and 6:30 p.m.
1124 Usener

Mutiny Wine Room brings the flavors of Spain to Houston with its next Paella Sunday, a live-fire culinary experience featuring chef Eduardo Alcayaga’s signature paella cooked fresh on the patio. Guests can sip wine and enjoy appetizers before indulging in the flavorful dish, with seatings available at 1, 4 and 6:30 p.m. Cost is $38 per person, with optional wine pairings starting at $15 by the glass.

Fire & Ice Omakase at Hidden Omakase

Sunday, 5 and 7:30 p.m.
5353 West Alabama

Hidden Omakase and Montrose record bar and kitchen 93’ Til are collabing on a a one-night-only Fire & Ice Omakase experience, with seatings at 5 and 7:30 p.m. Each meticulously prepared course will celebrate a harmony of contrasts, showcasing the interplay of cooked and raw, heat and chill,and intensity and delicacy. Reservations at the intimate 18-person chef’s counter are $300 per guest.

Brooke Viggiano is a contributing writer who is always looking to share Houston's coolest and tastiest happenings with the Houston Press readers.