Wednesday, July 22: Wings Gone Wild
Summer Krewe Blast. Everyone loves cold beer, appetizers and music in the summer -- so everyone's invited, whether you're a member of a Gasparilla Krewe or not. $10. 5-8 p.m., 3114 W. Bay to Bay Blvd., Tampa (813-944-9792)
Thursday, July 23: Publix Apron’s Cooking School
Cooking with Chef Dean James Max. The executive chef and owner of Ft. Lauderdale's 3030 Ocean stops by to share some of his secrets. The menu includes: chilled cucumber mint soup with warm shrimp curry; George's Bank swordfish, garden ratatouille, spicy tomato puree; grilled Kansas steak, dill roasted tomatoes, wild greens, Harissa aioli; and roasted summer peaches with blue cheese stuffing and pecan ice cream.
Thursday, July 23: PRP Wine International
Barbecue and Wine. Seriously, folks, can you think of a better summer combination? Sample 30 of PRP's all-natural wines from around the world paired with expertly homemade barbecue, cheese and crackers. $10. 4-9 p.m., 5910 Breckenridge Parkway, Tampa (813-621-1911 ext. 2011)
Thursday, July 23: Old Northeast Tavern
Zodiac Club. The Salvador Dali Museum support group hosts this evening of good cuisine and arty conversation, offering half price entrees like crab stuffed portabello mushrooms, tavern steak salad, wild mushroom pie and turkey and artichoke panini. Old Northeast also offers Zodiac Club members a "surreal deal" through the end of July: two for one house wines and draft beers. RSVP to [email protected]. 6:30 p.m., 201 Seventh Ave. N., St, Petersburg (727-821-8070)
Thursday, July 23: Vino 100
Ladies Night Out. The perfect pick-me up to get through that last workday before a weekend of freedom. Vino 100 provides the pours, massage chairs help you unwind, and Let's Eat serves tasty hors d'oeuvres. This evening of luxury will have ladies rallying to change "TGIF" to "TGIT." Free. 5-8 p.m., 5056 4th St. N., St. Petersburg (727-522-8466)
Thursday, July 23: Put A Cork In It
Fun at the Flicks. Test your movie trivia knowledge to win tickets to Katherine Heigl's latest rom-com, The Ugly Truth while you enjoy tasty wine, beer and appetizers. Reservations required; call 407-654-2188 to RSVP. $8. 7-9 p.m., 28347 Paseo Dr., Tampa (407-654-2188)
Friday, July 24: Bern’s Fine Wine and Spirits
California Cab Crush Hour. Sample mountain-grown cabernet sauvignon from Spring Mountain, Mount Veeder, Howell Mountain, Diamond Mountain and more, and taste for yourself the greater concentration, depth, intensity and higher natural acidity that characterizes these superior grapes. $25. 6:30-8:30 p.m., 1002 S. Howard Ave., Tampa (813-250-9463)
Friday, July 24: Wings Gone Wild
South African Wine Tasting. Five of the regions most flavorful selections are offered -- including sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, pinotage, shiraz and cabernet sauvignon -- along with perfectly paired tapas. $15 in advance, $19 at the door. 7 p.m., 3114 W. Bay to Bay Blvd., Tampa (813-944-9792)
Friday, July 24: Vintage Wine Cellars
Beat the Heat. Find the right wine for every summertime activity, from cooling whites to refresh you at the beach to savory reds to accompany spicy flavors from the grill. $10. 7-9 p.m., 3629 Henderson Rd., Tampa (813-879-2931)
Friday, July 24: Cork and Olive Carrollwood
Blind Taste Test. How well do you know your wines? Put your taste buds to the test and try to distinguish between Cabernet and a Shiraz or a Chardonnay and a Pinot Grigio -- to the victor goes a free bottle of wine! $5. 6-9 p.m., 10019 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa (813-868-3733)
Friday, July 24: Toasted Pheasant Bistro
Fantasy of Flight. Taste a selection of Helfrich Family wines paired with fowl prepared by Chef Peter. J.C. Milam of Underdog Wine Merchants hosts this tasting to spotlight the bold flavors of the Helfrich wines crafted in France's Alsatian region. Please call in advance for reservations. $29. 7-10 p.m., 14445 N. Dale Mabry Hwy. (813-265-6700)
Saturday, July 25: The NoHo Bistro
Mother and Daughter Tea Party. Wear your fanciest hat and gloves, and don't forget to lift your pinkies, dah-ling. The scrumptious menu includes: traditional scones with Devonshire cream and jam, crumpets and jam, gingerbread with lemon curd, mixed berry trifle with custard, quiche Florentine, cucumber-mint tea sandwich, curried chicken profiterole and tuna-apple-walnut tea sandwich. Reservations required. $17.50 adults, $13.50 children under 12. 2:30 p.m., 1714 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa (813-514-0691)
Saturday, July 25: Wings Gone Wild
Italian Wine Dinner. A four-course meal including bruschetta, caprese salad, pork tenderloin, penne pasta, Italian vegetables and tiramisu. The first three courses include a wine pairing. Please make reservations by 2 p.m. $45. 7 p.m., 3114 W. Bay to Bay Blvd., Tampa (813-944-9792)
Saturday, July 25: Cork and Olive Carrollwood
Sweets and Treats. Learn about and taste the most under appreciated (and most sinfully sweet!) of the vino family: decadent dessert wines! Visit lokocuisine.com to register. $10. 8-10 p.m., 10019 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa (813-868-3733)
Sunday, July 26: Datz Deli
DatzEDU: Tour De France. It's way more exciting than riding bikes: the topic of this week's cooking class is cheeses of France. Get ready for a little slice of heaven, oui oui! Free. 6 p.m., 2616 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa (813-831-7000)
Monday, July 27: Publix Apron’s Cooking School
The Basics of Culinary. A six-part course incorporating a variety of cooking techniques, including knife skills, sauces, sautéing, roasting, grilling, and braising. $300 for six courses. 6 p.m. Mondays, July 20-Aug. 24, 7835 Gunn Highway, Tampa (813-926-4465)
Tuesday, July 28: Put A Cork In It
Toasty Tuesday. Relax at this tasting of 10-15 different wines and appetizers while chatting with industry experts and dancing to live music. $15. 7-9 p.m., 28347 Paseo Dr., Tampa (407-654-2188)
Tuesday, July 28: Wings Gone Wild
Specialty Beer Tasting. Sample craft beers from the Cigar City Brewery like Maduro and a refreshing IPA. $10 in advance, $15 at the door. 6 p.m., 3114 W. Bay to Bay Blvd., Tampa (813-944-9792)
Tuesday, July 28: Datz Deli
Beer Club: Red, White and Brew. Seems like it's been summer all year long, but we Floridians know that the dog days of summer are right around the corner. Be prepared by finding the perfect temperature dousing brew at this beer class and tasting. Free. 6 p.m., 2616 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa (813-831-7000)
Wednesday, July 29: Bern's Fine Wines and Spirits
Potluck Wednesday. Beat the mid-week dinner blahs by stopping by for gourmet take-away -- and enjoy a complimentary mini-wine tasting while you wait. This week's one-stop wonder is eggplant parmesan, with farm eggplant, rustic tomato sauce and white truffle ricotta cheese. $19.95. 5-8 p.m., 1002 S. Howard Ave., Tampa (813-250-9463)
Wednesday, July 29: The NoHo Bistro
Wine Wednesdays. Every week this summer, enjoy a relaxing end to each “hump day” with this tapas and wine tasting. Each Wednesday has a new theme, so don’t miss out on any of these palate-pleasing pairings. This week’s theme is “Aussie Walkabout.” $15. 6-7 p.m., 1714 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa (813-514-0691)
Wednesday, July 29: Datz Deli
DatzEDU: Va Va Vinegar. A little vinegar goes a long way. Learn to elevate this humble condiment to the star of your summer cooking. Free. 6 p.m., 2616 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa (813-831-7000)
Thursday, July 30: Mise En Place
Cocktail Club. Learn about your favorite spirits before sampling them with the guidance of sommeliers, bartenders, industry professionals, winemakers and more at this upscale monthly networking event. This month's cocktail is rum and cachucha. $35. 6-8 p.m., 442 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa (813-961-8388)
Friday, July 31: Corey Avenue
Hot Summer Days, Cool Tropical Nights. Sample citrus wines from the Florida Orange Groves Winery, wear your most outrageous tropical-inspired shirt for the t-shirt contest, dance under the stars to live music, and explore Gulf Boulevard in the scavenger hunt. Free. 5-8 p.m., Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach
Friday, July 31: Wings Gone Wild
Spanish Wines. A quintet of the region's most exciting wines are served -- including albarino, sauvignon blanc, grenache, rioja and tempranillo -- and are paired with palate-pleasing tapas. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. 7 p.m., 3114 W. Bay to Bay Blvd., Tampa (813-944-9792)
Saturday, Aug. 8: Vino, Java and Jazz
This event at the Florida Aquarium will feature wine samplings, special dishes, desserts, coffee, jazz music and a silent auction. Proceeds benefit 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)
Thursday, August 27: Mise En Place
Cocktail Club. Learn about your favorite spirits before sampling them with the guidance of sommeliers, bartenders, industry professionals, winemakers and more at this upscale monthly networking event. This month's cocktail is single-malt scotch. $35. 6-8 p.m., 442 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa (813-961-8388)
