German pop-up Dackel will take over the Kedai Makan kitchen while its staff are in Malaysia for some R&R. From Jan. 16–19 and 23–26, chef Josh Nebe (who also cooks at Radiator Whiskey) will prepare sausages (like “The Kurrywurst,” stuffed in milk buns topped with red curry) and more German-inspired deliciousness. Check business hours and details on Facebook before you go.

Local chainlet Tutta Bella launched its fifth restaurant at Bellevue’s Crossroads. The pizza spot’s new location is its largest to date, and features some new menu items and cocktails. Lunch service starts in about a month.

The folks behind The Great Nabob and The Leary Traveler are launching Traveler Montlake in the former Montlake Alehouse location next to Cafe Lago on 24th Avenue East. The American-style pub’s menu will include game meat like kangaroo sliders and roasted goose pot pie alongside a dozen beers on draught. Expect a February opening.

Ballard-based Reuben’s Brews will distribute bottles of three different seasonal beers to western Washington grocery stores and bottle shops every three months throughout 2014. The lineup includes Imperial Oatmeal Stout in spring, Cream Ale in summer, Red in fall, and Roasted Rye in winter.

The Golden Olive is moving into the former Sam’s Sushi space on Queen Anne Avenue North. The Mediterranean restaurant is set to open sometime this month; no word on whether it’s being launched by the owners of The Golden Olive that shuttered last year in Wallingford. E food@seattleweekly.com