Wednesday, August 25: Bella Vino Wine & Cheese Market
Taste some of California's most popular red and white varietals — without seeing their labels, then take a guess at their grapes and makers. Call to RSVP or email Brian@BellaVinoWineMarket.com. $39; 6:30 p.m. 100 Indian Rocks Rd., Belleair Bluffs. (717-584-5552)
Thursday, August 26: Mise en Place
Cocktail Club. Wet your whistle at this month's cocktail club at Mise where Nate will be featuring classic punches. $25; 6-8 p.m. 442 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa. (813-254-5373)
Thursday, August 26: The Hangar Restaurant and Flight Lounge
Around the World in Eight Wines. Tampa Bay Uncorked wants to take your palate on a world tour with wines from Europe, Australia, South America and the US at this tasting event at The Hangar in Downtown St. Pete. Appetizers prepared by Chef Aramist Thomas will be available for a light nosh. A portion of this event’s proceeds will benefit The Dali Museum. $20 if purchased by 8/19, $25 if purchased by 8/25, or $30 cash at the door. 7-9 p.m. 540 1st St. SE, St. Pete. tampabayuncorked.com (Update: Just notified that this event is SOLD OUT and tickets at the door will not be available.)
Friday, Aug. 27: World of Wines of South Tampa
What a perfect way to start off the weekend than with a bottle of bubbly (or several)? World of Wines is here to faciliate that need with their Champagne and sparkling wine tasting. Enjoy some light hors d'oeuvres while you sip and unwind. $10; 6-8 p.m. 3431 S. Westshore Blvd., Tampa. (813-835-9463)
Friday, August 20: Tosti’s Fine Spirits & Wine
Forget boring ol' single grape wines. Blends are the theme of this wine tasting at Tosti's. Proceeds to benefit “The Tatas Tango” Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walk for the Cure team. $5; 6:30-8:30 p.m. 5125 34th St. S, St. Pete. (727-867-7772)
This article appears in Aug 19-25, 2010.
