There's nothing any reporter worth his / her salt hates more than being scooped. There's just something competitive in our nature, so I suppose it comes with the territory.

And this week there was a big scoop on the Richmond restaurant scene. And, sadly for me, it went to Style Weekly. But the news is big enough that it's worth mentioning (and even, begrudgingly, giving a little credit to the source).

According to this week's edition of SW, Infuzion, Richmond's favorite ice bar, abruptly closed its doors last week due to nonpayment of rent. The property owner is looking to sell the restaurant, ice bar and all, according to SW. Phone calls to Infuzion were unanswered.

If you're looking to check out some of Shockoe Slip's coolest restaurants and to participate in a good cause then check out the Third Annual Gilbane Restaurant Walk to benefit the Hospital Hospitality House of Richmond. The event is a fun-filled evening / bar crawl / taste test of favorite Shockoe favorites like Cha Cha’s Cantina, The Lucky Buddha, Stool Pigeons and The Tobacco Company.

For just $30 you get admission to the event, a t-shirt, pint glass, tote bag and all-you-can-eat at a buffet at each of the stops. The event is this Friday, Aug. 22 from 5 to 9 p.m. For more information, or to purchase tickets, call John Taylor (804) 643-2180.

But if want to sample a lot of food without all the walking then check out the Beer Dinner at Avenue 805 this  Sunday, Aug. 24 at 6:30 p.m. Williamsburg AleWerks and Brewmaster Geoff are hosting the five-course / six beer dinner. The courses include, Washington’s Porter paired with house-ground sirloin sliders; Red Marker Ale with chicken, shrimp and chorizo gumbo; Colonial Wheat Ale with marinated chicken, pineapple and bell pepper skewers; and Chesapeake Pale Ale with baby back ribs. The price is $39 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. Call (804) 353-2505 for reservations.

Finally, the Southside's The Fondue Fanatic is hosting "Notte di Amore," Wine & Dine Romance Night, on Tuesday, Sept. 9. For $50 per a couple you get a three-course fondue dinner for two, including a bottle of Italian wine. Call (804) 423-6783 for reservations or more information. 

Got some restaurant news you want to 'Dish' out? Send it to karri.peifer@corp.richmond.com. And you can always read the last 'Dish' here.