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Darien Food News: Week of March 17

A New French restaurant; Kids' cooking classes at Whole Foods; Corned beef fix

Café d'Azur: A new contemporary French bistro and creperie called Café d'Azur is set to open by the end of March at 980 Post Rd. in Darien.

'Za for the Kids:  will host a free "Toddler Pizza Class" on March 23 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

South of the Border: Looking to score Mexican Coca-Cola in Darien? Try .

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Featured Recipe: Jennifer Balin of  in Norwalk shares her favorite St. Patrick's Day recipe for Lucky Corned Beef and Hash.

McDonalds Isn't on the List: If you're looking to head out to experience this quintessential holiday dish, check out these nearby restaurants dishing corned beef and cabbage on St. Patrick's Day in Fairfield County.

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Outstanding in the Field: Tickets go on sale March 20 for the 2011 season of Outstanding in the Field, a roving culinary adventure aimed connecting diners to the land. Waldingfield Farm in Washington, CT will host on August 20 with guest chef Michel Nischan of Westport's  and Joel Viehland of Community Table in Washington.

Restaurant Pick: Try lunching at Greenwich Avenue's , now with expanded dinner hours and a consistently stand-out dessert menu.

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