Tuesday, May 18 – Saturday, May 22: Dunedin Brewery
American Craft Beer Week. What better place to celebrate than at one of our very own craft breweries, recently reviewed by CL food critic Brian Ries, who applauds the DB for "cooking up plenty of that liquid gold since it first combined barley and hops almost 15 years ago … The wee heavy is outstanding, with malt up front and bourbon in the back, and the biere de cafe is almost tasty enough to pour into your morning mug in place of a daily latte." (Check out the full review here). In honor of "The Mother of all Beer Weeks," they're pulling out all the kegs for a week of beer education, with tours and tastings every day through Saturday. Then, nighttime is the right time for beerpreciation in The Nook, where you can taste craft brews from around the country, from around Tampa Bay, and from Dunedin Brewery's own taps. dunedinbrewery.com. 937 Douglas Ave., Dunedin (727-736-0606)
Wednesday, May 19: The NoHo Bistro
Wine Wednesdays. The wine and tapas change weekly, so come back regularly and bring your BFFs, blind dates, co-workers, boy/girlfriends or, hell, someone else’s boyfriend. $15 for two glasses of wine paired with two tapas. 1714 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa (813-514-0691)
Thursday, May 20: Parkshore Grill
Artist's Table. An afternoon of art and cuisine with Morean Arts Center contributing artist, Taylor Ikin, who discusses everything from her creative process to the meaning of "art." Reservations recommended. Free discussion; patrons pay for their own lunches. Noon-2 p.m., 300 Beach Drive NE, St. Petersburg (727-822-7872 ext. 33)
Friday, May 21: Uncorked Fine Wines
Ready for Rhones. It's summertime, and if you're ready for a hot Rhone-ance, you've come to the right wine tasting. A crusty baguette, a triple-cream cheese, and samples of Grenache, Syrah, Viognier and the twins, Roussanne and Marsanne will have you in a Francophile paradise. $10. 6:30-8:30 p.m., 2706 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg (727-892-9463)
Many more events after the break:
This article appears in May 13-19, 2010.