Wednesday, Apr. 8: ABC Fine Wine and Spirits
Join wine lovers and experts at this tasting and sample from dozens of wine selections. Each guest will receive a souvenir wine glass and a coupon for $5 any purchase that night. $10. 6-8 p.m., 14248 US Hwy 19 N., Hudson (727-869-3003)
Wednesday, Apr. 8: Whole Foods Market
Sample Pinot varieties at this wine tasting and class, including Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Pinot Grigo and Pinot Noir. $5 voluntary donation. 6:30-8 p.m., 1548 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa (813-874-9435)
Thursday, Apr. 9: Publix Apron's Cooking School
Learn how to create two quick, easy and delicious meals for your busy family. $40. 6 p.m., 7835 Gunn Highway, Tampa (813-926-4465)
Thursday, Apr. 9: Whole Foods
Join Chef Jim for a bistro-style recipe class and wine pairing and tasting. This month, the featured item is organic Italian pasta. 6:30-8 p.m., 1548 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa (813-874-9435)
Friday, Apr. 10: World of Wines
This Good Friday Wine Tasting will feature wine from the Frei Brothers Winery and Specialty Beers, as well as snacks. Free. 6-8 p.m., 3431S. Westshore Blvd., Tampa (813-835-9463)
Friday, Apr. 10: Publix Apron's Cooking School
At Seafood 101, learn some new twists on some old seafood favorites. $45. 6 p.m, 7835 Gunn Highway, Tampa (813-926-4465)
Friday, Apr. 10: The Grapevine
Weekly wine tasting at the Grapevine. This week's feature is the line of Working Girl wines from Washington State, including Go Girl Red, Working Girl White, Handyman Red and Rose the Riveter. Free. 4-8 p.m., 12125 W. Linebaugh, Tampa (813-818-9463)
Saturday, Apr. 11: Vino 100
Welcome the Easter bunny by exploring wines suitable for all Easter menus at Vino's wine tasting. Wines will include sparkling, Riesling, Chardonnay and Merlot. Free. 12-5 p.m., 1038 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico (813-654-8466)
Saturday, Apr. 11: Cork & Olive
Massages by Zen massage and wine tasting by Cork & Olive at this Girls Night Out. 6-9 p.m., 10019 N. Dale Mabry, Tampa (813-868-3733)
Saturday, Apr. 11: Whole Foods
Come to the organic bunny building class and create a bunny to go with some free-range eggs stained with organic dyes. Adults and children and welcome. Free. 3-4 p.m. 1548 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa (813-874-9435)
Saturday, Apr. 11: Datz Deli
At the "All Hail the Ale" Beer Tasting, sample some of the world's best brews, including Ayinger, Orval and Dogfish Head Fort. $35. 4 p.m., 2616 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa (813-831-7000)
Tuesday, Apr. 14: Vino 100
Become a "Cheese Whiz" at Vino's wine class and learn the best cheese to pair with particular wines. $20 per person, $35 per couple. 6-7:30 p.m., 1038 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico (813-654-8466)
Tuesday, Apr. 14, 21: Publix Apron's Cooking School
Learn about a varieties of potatoes from around the world and the many ways this food is prepared, including boiled, mashed, fried and stewed. $150. 6 p.m., 7835 Gunn Highway, Tampa (813-926-4465)
Wednesday, Apr. 15: ABC Fine Wine and Spirits
Join wine lovers and experts at this tasting and sample from dozens of wine selections. Each guest will receive a souvenir wine glass and a coupon for $5 any purchase that night. $10. 1405 E. Brandon Blvd., Brandon (813-685-4832)
Wednesday, Apr. 15: Whole Foods
Learn how to pair cheeses with different wines at this class and tasting. Free. 6-7 p.m., 1548 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa (813-874-9435)
Thursday, Apr. 16: "Beer Wars"
For one night only, seven local Tampa theaters will be playing this documentary, followed by a live discussion with brewers and beer experts. 8 p.m., click here for a list of theaters
Friday, Apr. 17: Whole Foods
Enjoy a variety hour with comedian Vinnie Natale, as well as some cheese and wine. Free. 7-8 p.m., 1548 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa (813-874-9435)
Friday, Apr. 17: Mangrove's Restaurant
Come for the San Rafael wine tasting and live music. $10. 6-8 p.m., 208 South Howard Ave, Tampa (813-258-3302)
Friday, Apr. 17: Vintage Wine Cellars
Spanish Treasure wine tasting, featuring Tempranillo, Garnache and Monastrell grapes. $10. 7-9 p.m., 3629 Henderson Blvd., Tampa (813-879-2931)
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.
Saturday, Apr. 18: Sanford Wine Company
At the North Central Florida Beer Festival, enjoy food, live music, and a variety of specialty and home-brewed beers. $29 in advance, $35 at the door. 114 S. Palmetto Ave., Sanford (407-302-8620)
Saturday, Apr. 18: Vino 100
Wine tasting featuring fine spring wines. Free. 12-5 p.m., 1038 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico (813-654-8466)
Saturday, Apr. 18: Got Wine and Cigars
Live music entertainment and at least fifteen different beers at this tasting. $10. 6-9 p.m., 662 Main St., Dunedin (727-421-7252)
Saturday, Apr. 18: Datz Deli
Learn how to create your own cheese and sample some of Datz's best at the Cheese 101 class. $50. 6 p.m., 2616 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa (813-831-7000)
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, Apr. 19: Cork & Olive
At the Sizzle and Swirl Cooking Class, learn how to create a dish and pair it with a particular wine. $45. 4-7 p.m., 10019 N. Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa (813-868-3733)
Tuesday, Apr. 21: Wine Mall
This event will offer a wine tasting for gay singles in the area to mingle, drink and learn about wine. $35. 7-9 p.m., 11246 W. Hillsborough Ave., Tampa (727-823-0437)
Thursday, Apr. 23: Kuba Cigars
At this wine tasting, sample dark chocolate, snacks and an assortment of cheeses. There will also be door prizes and a fine wine giveaway. $10. 7-9 p.m., 243 E. Davis Blvd., Tampa (813-258-8191)
Friday, Apr. 24: Vintage Wine Cellars
Learn all about Pinot at this Pinot Power wine tasting. $10. 7-9 p.m., 3629 Henderson Blvd., Tampa (813-879-2931)
Friday, Apr. 24: Toast Fine Wines
Monthly free wine tasting, featuring fifteen wines and appetizers. Free. 5:30 p.m., 14921 Bruce B Downs Blvd., Tampa (813-632-3105)
Saturday, Apr. 25: Vino 100
Sippin' Saturday wine tasting. Free. 12-5 p.m., 1038 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico (813-654-8466)
Saturday, Apr. 25: Craftsman House
Reduce your beer's carbon footprint and taste some Bison organic beers at the Craftsman House's Earth Day Celebration. 4-7 p.m., 2955 Central Ave., St. Petersburg (727-323-2787)
Saturday, Apr. 25: Uncorked
Join Uncorked for their British Isles & Ireland Beer Event, where they will serve diverse brews from England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland. Reservations required. $20. 7-9 p.m., 2706 4th St N, St. Petersburg (727-892-9463)
Saturday, Apr. 25: The Florida Aquarium
At the Sea Grapes Fine Wine and Food Festival, enjoy food from some of the area's best restaurants, music and a silent auction. $85. 7-10 p.m., 701 Channelside Dr. (813-273-4030)
Sunday, Apr. 26: Datz Deli
Join Pastry Chef Jason Laukhuf for a Breakfast Pastries 101 class, featuring delectable cinnamon rolls and deluxe donuts. Guests will be able to take home their own concoctions of fillings and toppings. $50. 6-9 p.m., 2616 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa (813-831-7000)
Friday-Saturday, May 15-16: Tampa Bay Wine and Food Festival
This event at the Don Cesar Resort will feature wine and food tastings, seminars by celebrity chefs and live performances. $75, 1-4 p.m., 3400 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach (813-258-5858)
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)
