Wednesday, June 10: 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 “A Tale of Two Chardonnays” and features oaked and unoaked varieties. $15. 6-7 p.m., 1714 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa (813-514-0691)
Thursday, June 11: Bellini Restaurant and Lounge
Giampaolo Tabarrini pairs his artisanal Italian wines with a delectable tasting menu specially created by Bellini’s chefs. The fourth-generation wine-maker presents several of his unique varietals, including Sagrantino, Montefalco Rosso, Bianco Adarmando and more. $65. 7 p.m., 487 Main St., Dunedin (727-733-5449)
Thursday, June 11: Publix Apron’s Cooking School
The Shoestring Gourmet. Learn delectable, family-pleasing dishes that won’t break the bank. The menu includes: marinated feta and tomato bruschetta; deviled chicken thighs with creamy orzo alfredo; grilled sirloin tri-tip steaks with balsamic pan sauce and crispy garlic grits; gingered pear gratin with homemade ice cream. $35. 6 p.m., 7835 Gunn Highway, Tampa (813-926-4465)
Friday, June 12: Vintage Wine Cellars
Going Green. Winemaker Mark Davidson leads this organic wine tasting that features his Australian value-blended wines along with three of his organic Tamburlaine bottlings. The experts at Vintage have also chosen six new organic wines to debut at the event, which also includes a cheese course. $10. 7-9 p.m., 3629 Henderson Blvd., Tampa (813-879-2931)
Friday, June 12: Bern’s Fine Wines and Spirits
Beringer/Sbragia Crush Hour. Eight wines (four from each house) are available to sample. Beringer is the oldest of the great Napa wineries, and Sbragia is the brainchild of Ed Sbragia, the current Beringer winemaster who also runs his own family winery. $25. 6:30-8:30, 1002 S. Howard Ave., Tampa (813-250-9463)
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This article appears in Jun 3-9, 2009.