7 awesome Bay Area things to do this weekend, March 7-9

From a major Marvel movie comeback to super-fun dog-friendly hikes and awesome Afghan cuisine, we have all the ingredients for a tasty weekend. So let’s get to it, shall we?

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Oakland’s throwing a Persian New Year food event on March 8

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Loma Mar: A historic mom-and-pop restaurant becomes a nonprofit

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Brunch, bubbly and burgers on South Bay menus this month

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Blaze at Mountain View cafe causes $100,000 in damages

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Burlingame has a new late-night soft serve shop

(As always, be sure to double check event and venue websites for any last-minute changes in health guidelines or other details.)

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1 WATCH: Dark but dazzling ‘Daredevil’

Marvel Cinematic Universe earns back some props with its new “Daredevil: Born Again.” It’s one of the best series on TV right now.

Millie enjoys the hiking afternoon along the Indian Creek Loop at Walnut Creek’s Fossil Hill Trail, a dog-friendly park with moderate hiking trails, oak trees and relaxing views. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group)

2 PLAY: Dig these dog-friendly hikes

Canine lovers, nothing’s more fun that getting in a nice hike with your beloved pooch. Here are three trails where you can do just that.

3 SEE & HEAR: Great shows are all over

From an R&B superstar to animatronic dinosaurs, there is a lot to see and do in the Bay Area this weekend.

4 WATCH: Acclaimed director gets his due

Todd Haynes, a pioneer in “Queer Cinema” and the director of such film classics as “Safe” and “Velvet Goldmine,” is getting the retrospective treatment in Berkeley starting this weekend.

Whipped ricotta and fresh herbs showcase roasted tomatoes to perfection. (Getty Images)

5 COOK & DEVOUR: Ricotta deliciousness

This recipe with whipped ricotta and roasted cherry tomatoes will have you hooked in a hurry.

6 WATCH: Awesome detective series, breezy sitcom

The new season of the Tony Hillerman-inspired “Dark Winds” and a new comedy by the ever-endearing Kate Hudson top our roundup of what to watch this week.