JSix restaurant in the East Village’s Hotel Solamar has introduced Meatball Mondays every week from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. But plain ol’ beef balls are just the start. Chef Christian Graves will also rely on meats such as duck, pork, rabbit boar and oxtail, to name a few. “The idea is simple: a big bowl of pasta with some really good tasting meatballs,” says Graves. The cost is $12 per person. 616 J St., 619-531-8744.

The hot dog and soda combo at Costco food courts has been sold for $1.50 since 1985. And the company’s 18-inch pizzas, also available at their food-court windows, have remained at $9.95 since 1989, regardless of how many toppings you choose. And you don’t have to be a member to buy. Even better, the company says it has no plans in the near future of hiking its prices on those items.

The kitchen doors at Mama’s Kitchen fly open for a six-course wine pairing meal, at 6:30 p.m., March 24. The fund-raising event is presented by Dining Details Personal Chef Service in conjunction with Meritage Wine Market in Encinitas. The sit-down dinner will be held in the kitchen, and cooking demonstrations will be given as the meal courses are prepared by chefs from Dining Details. Other sponsors include Wells Fargo, Hyatt La Jolla, TK&A Catering and Concepts Event Design. The cost is $150. Reservations are required. 1875 Second Ave., 619-200-8977.

The Old Spaghetti Factory has returned in the Gaslamp District after a five-year hiatus that had given way to Dussini Mediterranean Bistro. The Factory’s famous trolley car is absent, although chandeliers, wood work, bench-style seating and other antiques have been reintroduced. And the menu is nearly identical to what it was before it closed. True North Tavern in North Park has attracted a full house of diverse patrons since it recently opened in the space where Shooterz stood. The tavern boasts a stylish, though casual neighborhood design, two outdoor patios and a light food menu. After nine years in business, Parallel 33 in Mission Hills has suddenly shut its doors. According to the restaurant’s voice mailbox greeting, the ownership is “doing some reorganizing.” There’s still no word on its fate, although former general manager Jonathan McInerney has moved to Wine Steals Hillcrest as a bartender. Hula’s in Hillcrest is currently in escrow with the owners of Fiesta Cantina in West Hollywood. Look for a possible name change in the coming months.

If you’re passing through Escondido with a thin wallet and nagging hunger pangs, check out Vincent’s, which recently introduced a prix-fixé dinner that allows you to choose from three appetizers, three entrées and three desserts for $30. The special is available three days a week (Tuesday through Thursday), and guests must be seated by 6 p.m. The cozy restaurant specializes in French cuisine with a California twist, prepared by chef-owner Vincent Grumel. 113 W. Grand Ave., 760-745-3835.

Sandra Pedregal of The Adventurous Gourmet will present an in-depth class on tequila, from 4 to 6 p.m., March 22, at El Comal Restaurant in North Park. The class includes tastings of various tequilas as well as Mexican appetizers provided by the restaurant. The cost is $38. Reservations are required. 3946 Illinois St., 619-294-8292.