Saturday, Feb. 14: Sojourn -- WEDU Fundraising Gala
This year's WEDU black-tie gala features chef Jose Andres -- from the PBS series Made In Spain. Enjoy passed bites and a wine tasting, followed by a gourmet sit-down meal featuring treats from around Spain. $200. Belleview Biltmore Resort, 25 Belleview Blvd., Clearwater (800-354-9338)
Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 14-15: San Gennaro Festa
This annual Italian festival features live music, a cafe and other exciting events. There's even a replica Tuscan village to instill some romance into the shindig. Free. 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Feb. 14; Noon-6 p.m., Feb. 15, Safety Harbor Marina, 110 Veterans Memorial Lane, Safety Harbor (727-536-3609)
Saturday, Feb. 14: Vino 100 Brandon
Weekly Saturday tastings continue. Free. Noon-5 p.m., 1038 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico (813-654-8466 or vino100brandon.com)
Saturday, Feb. 14: Vino 100 St. Petersburg
Weekly Sippin' Saturday tasting at the St. Pete location. Free. 1-7 p.m., 5056 4th St. N., St. Petersburg (727-522-8466)
Saturday, Feb. 14: Whole Foods
This tasting class will cover reds, whites and sparkling wines. Registration required. Free. 6:30-8 p.m., 1548 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa (813-874-9435)
Saturday, Feb. 14: Sweetwater Organic
Spend this romantic evening out at the farm with Sweetwater's Valentine Chili Cook-off and Movie. You'll down lots of hot and spicy concoctions and watch The Princess Bride with fellow organic lovers. $5. 6842 W. Comanche Ave., Tampa (813-887-4066)
Sunday, Feb. 15: Sweetwater Organic Workshop
This seminar covers how to grow and use medicinal herbs in Florida, featuring herbalist Bob Linde. $10. 6842 W. Comanche Ave., Tampa (813-887-4066)
Thursday, Feb. 19: St. Petersburg Wine and Food Festival
Stroll through downtown St. Pete and experience fine wines and spirits, food samplings and jazz music. $75 VIP, $50 general. 5:30-9:30 p.m. (727-347-6133)
Thursday, Feb. 19: Vino 100 St. Pete
Hosted by Vino 100, Massage Envy and Let's Eat, Ladies Night Out is desgined to pamper guests with wine, massages and delicious cuisine. Free. 5-8 p.m., 5056 4th St. N., St. Petersburg (727-522-8466)
Saturday, Feb. 21: San Rafael Wine and Live Music Series
Stop by Jackson's Bistro for a tasting of Mairena Wines from Argentina, artisan cheeses and music by Half Circle and Friends. $10. 6-8 p.m., Jackson's Bistro, 601 S. Harbour Island Dr., Tampa (813-277-0112)
Saturday, Feb. 21: Taste of Tampa Bay
This year's "Passport to the Tropics" themed event will feature live music, cigars wine and food from numerous Bay area restaurants. Taste of Tampa benefits Mission of Gift of Life Intl. $100 (advance), $115 (door). 7-11 p.m., Lowry Park Zoo Safari Lodge, 1101 W. Sligh Ave., Tampa (813-541-3248)
Saturday, Feb. 21: Dunedin Brewery
With the Best Florida Beer Championships, Dunedin presents its 9th annual Stogie and Stout Night. It will feature a slew of dark brews, including many made by Florida brewers, plus some fine cigars. $25. 7-11 p.m., 937 Douglas Ave., Dunedin (727-736-0606)
Saturday, Feb. 21: Sweetwater Organic Workshop
Listen to Sweetwater founder and director Rick Martinez discuss water testing, irrigation sources and options covering drip and micro irrigation methods, with examples at the farm. $15 (or volunteer). 2-3 p.m., 6842 W. Comanche Ave., Tampa (813-887-4066)
Saturday, Feb. 21: Sweetwater Organic Workshop
Sweetwater co-farm manager Daniel Bouvier teaches you everything you ever wanted to know about how worms can help your garden, especially in the compost heap. $15. 3-4 p.m., 6842 W. Comanche Ave., Tampa (813-887-4066)
Saturday, Feb. 21: MOSI's Einstein on Wine
MOSI will offer food, wine, music and a silent auction fundraiser at its 14th annual event Einstein on Wine. Varieties of wine include red, white, champagne, domestic and imported. $60 for MOSI members, $70 for non-members. 6-9 p.m., 4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa (813-987-6000)
Saturday, Feb. 21: Vino 100 Brandon
Sample wine selections from California and Australia, found exclusively at Vino 100 retail stores. Free. 12-5 p.m., 1038 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico (813-654-8466)
Sunday, Feb. 22: Sweetwater Organic Workshop
Zen Buddhist priest Ed Brown will show you how to cook for both your body and spirit through the lens of Zen. $45 (volunteer options available). 3 p.m., 6842 W. Comanche Ave., Tampa (813-887-4066)
Wednesday, Feb. 25: Belleair Grill and Wine Bar
Enjoy a five-course meal paired with select wines at the Legends of Sonoma and Napa event. Featured Merlots, Chardonnays and Cabernets come from Arrowood Vineyards, Freemark Abbey and Matanzas Creek. Reservations are required. $65. 6:30-9:30 p.m., 1575 S. Fort Harrison Ave., Clearwater (727-449-2988)
Thursday, Feb. 26: Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar
Women on Course is hosting a happy hour inspired by the golf lifestyle. The event offers networking oppurtunities, food, wine and tips on how to select the perfect wine. $25 for guests, $10 for members. 5:30-7:30 p.m., 4322 West Boy Scout Blvd., Tampa (703-268-5078)
Thursday, Feb. 26: Bern's Fine Wines
This six-course wine dinner features Terra Valentine Winery from Napa, with winemaker Sam Baxter on hand to discuss his creations. $125. 6:30-9:30 p.m., 1002 S. Howard Ave, Tampa (813-250-9463)
Friday, Feb. 27: Toast Fine Wine & Cigars
Join Toast for their monthly wine tasting, featuring appetizers and 15-18 different wines. Free. 5:30-7:30 p.m., 14921 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Tampa (813-632-3105)
Friday, Feb. 27: Last Friday Concert Series-Mardi Gras Festival
This monthly outdoor music festival at Historic Williams Park in downtown St. Pete features New Orleans music, gumbo, beer and wine. $25. 6-7 p.m., 299 1st Ave., St. Petersburg (770-401-6410)
Friday, Feb. 27: Vintage Wine Cellars
At the Breaking Down Bordeaux Wine Seminar, sample varieties of wine produced from different kinds of Bordeaux. Reservations required. $25. 7:30-9 p.m., 3629 Henderson Blvd., Tampa (813-879-2931)
Saturday, Feb. 28: Vino 100 Brandon
Weekly Sippin' Saturday tastings offer a selection of Vino 100's finest wines. Free. 12-5 p.m., 1038 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico. (813-654-8466)
Saturday, Feb. 28: Ybor Fiesta Day
Fiesta Day is a massive street party featuring free Spanish cuisine for the first 1,000 visitors, a parade of flags, an arts and food marketplace, and family activities. Don't miss the 3rd annual Black Bean Blowout and Flan Fest cooking competitions. Free. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Ybor
Saturday, Feb. 28: Science Center's Wine Under the Stars
This benefit for the Science Center of Pinellas features a wine tasting, food from a slew of Pinellas restaurants and dancing. $45 ($75 VIP). 7-9 p.m., 22nd Ave. N., St. Petersburg (727-544-7166)
Saturday, Feb. 28: Science Center of Pinellas
In celebration of its 50th Anniversary, the Science Center will offer music, entertainment, a silent auction and planetarium shows at its red carpet Wine Under the Stars event. $75 VIP, $45 general. 6-9 p.m., 7701 22nd Ave. N., St. Petersburg (727-289-1721)
Saturday, Feb. 28: Toast Fine Wine & Cigars
Join Toast in celebrating the national event, Open That Bottle Night 10. Bring a bottle of wine to toast with your friends, or purchase one from Toast. Free. 6-9 p.m., 14921 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Tampa (813-632-3105)
Saturday, Feb. 28-Sunday, Mar. 1: Bay Area Renaissance Festival
Local wineries will offer free samples of their wine at the Outdoor Wine Festival. Selections include reds, whites and fruit wines. $16.95. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., 11315 N. 46th St., Tampa (813-983-0111)
Friday, Mar. 6: Andrea's Sip for Life Wine Tasting
Sample tapas from The Columbia Restaurant and over 250 wines from Spain, California and South America at the third annual Sip For Life tasting. Proceeds from the event at the Tampa Bay History Center go to support finding a cure for pediatric sarcoma. $100 donation. 7-10 p.m., 801 Old Water Street, Tampa (813-248-3000)
Sunday, Mar. 8: Tampa Rotary Pig Roast
Come see if Team "Sir Pigs A Lot" will take top honors for the fourth year in a row in this whole-pig roasting competition to benefit local charities. $25. 2-5 p.m., St. Mark's Catholic Church, Cross Creek Blvd., Tampa (813-765-0707)
Thursday, Mar. 12: The Grape
The Tampa Alumnae Panhellenic Association hosts the 6th annual Wine Tasting and Silent Auction, featuring gourmet food, wine and music. $25 advanced, $35 at the door. 6-8 p.m., 2223 N. Westshore Blvd. Suite B217, Tampa (239-272-8281)
Saturday, Mar. 21: Toast Fine Wine & Cigars
Listen to some of your favorite records while drinking fabulous wines at Toast's Vine and Vinyl event. Free. 6-9 p.m., 14921 Bruce B. Downs, Tampa (813-632-3105)
Saturday, Mar. 21: Sweetwater Organic Workshop
Listen to Sweetwater founder and director Rick Martinez discuss the most common weeds and pests in the area, and how to keep them out fo your garden. $15 (or volunteer). 2-3 p.m., 6842 W. Comanche Ave., Tampa (813-887-4066)
Sunday, Mar. 22: Sweetwater Organic Workshop
This workshop covers how to handle stress and depression with herbal medicine, featuring herbalist Bob Linde. $10. 3-4 p.m., 6842 W. Comanche Ave., Tampa (813-887-4066)
Thursday, Mar. 26: Italian Club of Tampa
Join the Italian Club for the Wines of Italy, featuring 65 wines from different regions in Italy, Italian antipasta and desserts. $45 before Mar. 20. 6-9 p.m., 1731 E. 7th Ave., Tampa (813-248-3316)
Mar. 26-28: International Rum Festival
The largest rum festival in the U.S. will feature three days of tastings, dinners and festive events in Ybor.
Friday, Mar. 27: Toast Fine Wine & Cigars
Toast's monthly wine tasting will offer 17 wine selections and appetizers. Free. 5:30-7:30 p.m., 14921 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Tampa (813-632-3105)
Saturday, Mar. 28: Polished Palate International Rum Festival
Come to the Ritz Ybor to sample dozens of rums from around the world and rum-infused treats. A silent auction and various seminars by rum aficionados will also take place. $50 VIP, $40 general. 7-10 p.m., 1503 E. 7th Ave., Tampa (727-947-3522)
Sunday, Mar. 29: Sweetwater Organic Workshop
Julie Barreda Bruyn will show kids and parents the basics of cooking, using crops fresh from Sweetwater's fields. Ages 9 and up. $10. 11:30 a.m. and 3 p.m., 6842 W. Comanche Ave., Tampa (813-887-4066)
Apr. 3-5: Cajun Cafe on the Bayou Crawfish Festival
Lots of music, lots of crawfish, lots of people saying "suck the head!" 8101 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park (727-546-6732)
Friday-Monday, Apr. 17-20: Bern's 12th Annual Winefest Weekend
Bern's big annual event includes tastings, dinners, seminars and more. Check the event website for full details.
Sunday, Apr. 19: B-21 Fine Wine & Spirits
Join B-21 for their annual Bordeaux vs. Cabernet wine tasting and sale. $25 before Apr. 17, $30 at the door. 2-5 p.m., 43380 US Hwy 19 N., Tarpon Springs (727-937-5049)
Sunday, Jun. 14: B-21 Fine Wine & Spirits
B-21's Tour of Italy tasting and sale will feature Italian wines such as Barolo, Chianti Classico and Supertuscans. $25 before Jun. 12, $30 at the door. 2-5 p.m., 43380 US Hwy 19 N., Tarpon Springs (727-937-5049)
Saturday, Aug. 8: Vino, Java and Jazz
This event at the Florida Aquarium will feature wine samplings, special dishes, desserts, coffee and jazz music. Proceeds from a silent auction will go toward the Tampa Bay Region of the Easter Seals Florida organization. $65 in advance, $80 at the door. 7-11 p.m., 701 Channelside Dr., Tampa (813-769-5915)
Sunday, Aug. 16: B-21 Fine Wine & Spirits
Celebrate selections of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay at the Best of Burgundy and Beyond tasting and Sale. $25 before Aug. 14, $30 at the door. 2-5 p.m., 43380 US Hwy 19 N., Tarpon Springs (727-937-5049)
