Thursday Sips & Nibbles

I'm back again with a new edition of Sips & Nibbles, my regular column where I highlight some interesting, upcoming food and drink events. I hope everyone dines out safely, tips well and are nice to their servers.
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1) This winter, two local Lexington brands, il Casale Lexington and Liberty Sweets, are teaming up for a delicious cause. Beginning January 5 and running through Saturday, February 28th, the Lexington Center restaurant and candy store will offer an exclusive co-branded, build-your-own cannoli takeout kit and decadent cannoli dine-in/takeout plate, with a portion of proceeds benefiting The Greater Boston Food Bank.

The il Casale Lexington x Liberty Sweets Cannoli Collaboration blends classic Italian tradition with handcrafted confections, creating an interactive dessert experience that gives back to the community. Available for dine-in at and takeout by il Casale Lexington, the enhanced cannoli experiences feature co-branded packaging and exclusive cross-promotional offers between the two businesses.

Each Cannoli Build-Your-Own Takeout Kit ($19) and Cannoli Dine-In/Takeout Plate ($15) include:

• 3-6 Sicilian cannoli shells from il Casale [3 for dine-in/takeout plate + 6 for build-your-own takeout kit]
• 1 piping bag of house-made cinnamon ricotta filling from il Casale [piping bag for build-your-own takeout kit only]
• 3 candy toppings (mini nonpareil mints, cinnamon imperials, assorted jelly beans) from Liberty Sweets
• 3 gourmet chocolates (milk chocolate maple, raspberry cream, toffee truffle) from Liberty Sweets [for dine-in/takeout plate only]
• Coupons offering 10% off any future Liberty Sweets purchase and 1 Bruschetta al Pomodoro with a purchase of any entrée at il Casale 

“Food has the power to bring people together – and to help those in need,” says il Casale co-owner & director of operations Filippo de Magistris. “Partnering with Liberty Sweets and supporting The Greater Boston Food Bank allows us to celebrate both community and cuisine.”

“Having recently opened in Lexington Center, Liberty Sweets is proud to collaborate with seasoned il Casale on a project that spreads joy and makes a meaningful impact,” says Liberty Sweets owner Chuck Manning. “It’s the perfect way to start the year – sweetly and generously.”

Orders can be placed at il Casale Lexington or via Toast.

2) The new Posto South End is offering a special Happy Hour offer, including an Appetizer, Pizza and a Dessert for only $18! It’s a good excuse to unwind after work, share great food, and savor a little something sweet to finish. This offer is only available at the South End location, daily from 4-6pm at the bar only. I'm a big fan of the Somerville location of Posto, and love their pizza. Their Roasted Garlic Pizza, a White pizza, is superb, and with more garlic than maybe any other pizza I've ever had. So, I highly recommend you check out this Happy Hour deal at the new South End location.