SOUTH BEACH— During this week's South Beach Wine & Food Festival, chef Art Smith will team with the Big Gay Ice Cream duo to host an ice cream social benefiting marriage equality efforts in Florida. The Big Gay Ice Cream Social will set up at Miami Beach's James Royal Palm Hotel on Saturday, February 22. In addition to ice cream, expect treats from the likes of Jamie De Rosa, Todd Erickson, and of course, Art Smith. More information here. [EaterWire]
NEW YORK CITY— After an incredibly successful Kickstarter campaign, cocktail wizard Dave Arnold's hand-held broiler the Searzall has extended its buying period on Shopstarter, with pre-orders available now for a June 2014 release. [EaterWire]
DENVER— Porky traveling circus Cochon 555 has announced the five competing chefs for its upcoming Denver event, which is set for March 9. Chefs Jennifer Jasinski, Paul Reilly, Bill Greenwood, Justin Brunson, and Steve Redzikowski will all battle it out for the Princ(ess) of Porc title; tickets are $125 and available here. [Eater Denver]