Wednesday, August 4: Shula’s Steakhouse
Ladies Chalk Talk. Former Bucs Derrick Brooks and Ian Beckles huddle up for an evening of Football 101, teaching the lovely ladies of Tampa Bay the finer points of tossing around the ol’ pigskin — and as an added bonus, this year also includes pointers on Fantasy Football. The coach-approved menu includes lobster bisque, tomato mozzarella salad, beef tips, barbecued shrimp and football-themed cocktails like the Sideliner, the Blitz and the Hail Mary. All proceeds benefit Derrick Brooks Charities, which offers educational opportunities for socio-economically challenged youth. E-mail dneri@intercontampa.com to register. $50-$60. 6-8:30 p.m., Shula’s Steakhouse, InterContinental Hotel, 4860 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa (813-286-4366) —Franki Weddington
Thursday, August 5: Dairy Queen
Miracle Treat Day. When you’re melting away in the heat of the Florida sun (it’s more or less guaranteed as soon as you step outta the AC), nothing perks up a wilting afternoon like ice cream. Stop screaming for your fave heat-beating treat and head to Dairy Queen, where a portion of every Blizzard sold today benefits the Children’s Miracle Network. Visit miracletreatday.com for a list of participating locations. —FW
Friday, August 6: The Toasted Pheasant Bistro
Fifty bucks doesn't go as far as it used to for a gourmet meal these days. Luckily, The Toasted Pheasant is offering a three course prixe fixe meal and bottle of wine for two for only $50 tonight. Choose from shrimp scampi or onion soup to start; entree choices will include grouper saute over lemony spinach, a Chateaubriand with béarnaise sauce, Grilled 5-ounce New York strip and shrimp, sesame dusted Ahi tuna with pico de gallo salsa; and indulge in a French caramel pear crepe for dessert. And whether or not you choose to reveal to your date the fantastic deal you received on dinner, we'll leave up to you. 14445 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa (813-265-6700)
Friday, August 6: Bern’s Fine Wines and Spirits
Tuscany Crush Hour: Italian wine lovers will not want to miss this tasting event, featuring wines from great Tuscan wine producers including Fontodi (2007 Flaccianello), Romitorio, Valdicava, Canalicchio di Sopra, Valgiano and more. And what goes better with wine than cheese? Sample five different artisanal cheese selections and housemade breads to complement the Italian grapes. $25, RSVP requested. 6:30-8:30 p.m., 1002 S. Howard Ave., Tampa (813-250-9463)
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This article appears in Jul 29 – Aug 4, 2010.