FOR THE LOVE OF CHOCOLATE

Explore the darker side of this complicated psychoactive confection Thursday, Feb. 12 inside the University Center at Pacific Lutheran University. The free lecture begins at 6:30 p.m. in the Union Pacific Room. For details, call 253.536.5019.

MANGANO’S ITALIAN RISTORANTE

They have introduced Pizza Mondays. Every Monday night Mangano’s will be serving a special menu including some of their most popular pasta dishes and available only on Monday nights — pizza. 9323 Martin Way E., Lacey, 360.943.9937.

ASADO

Corvus Cellars and Whitman Cellars host a wine social paired with Asado South American fare Thursday, Feb. 26, 6:30 p.m. at 2811 Sixth Ave. in Tacoma. For reservations, call 253.272.7770.