Wednesday, May 27: Cork and Olive Carrollwood
This wine-tasting class reveals the science behind all the sniffing, swirling and swooshing so common among connoisseurs. $15. 6:30-8:30, 10019 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa (813-868-3733)
Wednesday, May 27: Columbia Restaurant, Ybor City
Blindfolded Winemaker Dinner featuring Torres wines from Spain. Enjoy multiple courses while using only your sense of touch, taste, smell and hearing to experience the meal and wines, and to “see” how lack of sight affects your senses. Benefits the Lions Eye Institute for Transplant & Research. $100. 7 p.m., 2117 East 7th Ave., Tampa (813-248-4961)
Wednesday, May 27: The Venue
This Italian-inspired evening features an array of wines hand-selected by Jim Bodkin of Zonin, one of Italy's oldest and most respected wine producers. Chef Rob Uzzillia provides a decadent four-course meal, along with amuse bouches and dessert. Proceeds benefit the Abilities Foundation, which provides employment, housing, and independent living services to locals with disabilities. Visit abilitiesfoundation.com for tickets and info. $70. 6:30 p.m., 2675 Ulmerton Rd., Clearwater (727-571-2222)
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This article appears in May 27 – Jun 2, 2009.