Friday, June 12: Uncorked Fine Wines and Accessories
New York State of Mind. Strange as it may seem, some tasty varietals hail from Long Island -- including everything from Cabernet Franc to Rosès to dry and sweet white wines, this tasting has it all. $10. 6:30-8:30 p.m., 2706 4th Street N., St. Petersburg (727-892-9463)
Friday, June 12: Cork and Olive Carrollwood
A food and wine pairing with an emphasis on healthy living. Packed antioxidants and vitamins galore, these artisanal wines and natural foods are perfectly healthful companions -- so it only tastes like you're indulging. Free. 6-9 p.m., 10019 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa (813-868-3733)
Friday, June 12: The Grapevine at Westchase
This Italian wine tasting features six opulent options, including Codici Salento, Ricossa Barbera D'Asti, Giaondi Chianti and more. Free. 4-8 p.m., 12125 W. Linebaugh Ave., Tampa (813-818-9463)
Saturday, June 13: Florida Aquarium
SudsFest. Get your drink on with craft beer brews from all over the world, along with tempting cuisine, live entertainment and admission to the aquarium's exhibits. Proceeds benefit the aquarium. $50 in advance, $60 at the door. 7-11 p.m., 701 Channelside Dr., Tampa (813-273-4000)
Saturday, June 13: Publix Apron’s Cooking School
Cooking with Dad. Bond with dad in this culinary course, or surprise him with a special meal. The father-friendly menu includes skirt steak strips and chorizo mashed potatoes; crab cakes with a spicy dijon remoulade in Asian slaw; fruit and almond stuffed pork chops; and chocolate coma cake. $60 per father/daughter pair. 11 a.m., 7835 Gunn Highway, Tampa (813-926-4465)
Saturday, June 13: Mazzaro's Italian Market
Fourth-generation wine-maker Giampaolo Tabarrini presents several of his unique varietals, including Sagrantino, Montefalco Rosso, Bianco Adarmando and more. Free. 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 2909 22nd Ave. N., St. Petersburg (727-321-2400)
Saturday, June 13: The Grapevine
Father's Day wine and spirits tasting. Bring dear ol' dad in for a day of decadent wine and spirit tastings -- the best in single malt Scotch, XO cognac, single barrel bourbon and reserve wines are available. Please reserve your tickets in advance. $25. 4-6 p.m., 4738 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland (863-648-2002)
Saturday, June 13: Cork and Olive Carrollwood
Girls Night Out. The kids are out of school and it's your turn to take a time out for pampering. The folks from Zen Massage are on hand to knead away your worries and a glass of wine always helps to melt away the school year stress. Free. 6-9 p.m., 10019 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa (813-868-3733)
Sunday, June 14: The Tampa Club
Uncork the Cure. Science has proven that wine is good for the heart -- but wine and giving are good for the soul. The Krewe of Zingaro hosts a fundraiser for St. Joseph's Children's Hospital featuring an outstanding selection of wines and culinary delights, along with live and silent auctions and music. Visit uncorkthecure.com for tickets and info. $50 in advance, $60 at the door. 4-7 p.m., 101 E. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa (813-229-6028)
Sunday, June 14: B-21 Fine Wine & Spirits
B-21’s Tour of Italy tasting and sale will feature Italian wines such as Barolo, Chianti Classico and Supertuscans. $25 before Jun. 12, $30 at the door. 2-5 p.m., 43380 US Hwy 19 N., Tarpon Springs (727-937-5049)
Tuesday, June 16 and Wednesday, June 17: Armani’s
Sharpen your cooking skills in this two-day culinary course with chef, author and TV personality Nick Stellino, who is joined by Cristina Mariani-May of Castello Banfi, Tuscany’s premier wine estate, along with Michael VonBurg, Armani’s Chef de Cuisine. This extravagant event focuses on Italian food and wine, and includes a cooking class with Chef Stellino and a VIP dinner reception featuring menu items specially created by chefs Stellino and VonBurg, all perfectly paired with select wines from the Castello Banfi estate. $50 cooking classes, noon-3 p.m.; $65 VIP reception and dinner 6-10 p.m., 2900 Bayport Dr., Tampa (813-874-1234)
Wednesday, June 17: 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 “The Northwest Territory,” and features grapes hailing from Oregon and Washington. $15. 6-7 p.m., 1714 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa (813-514-0691)
Thursday, June 18: SideBern’s
Chef extraordinaire Chad Johnson created the menu for this upscale, down home barbeque, which includes an array of tasty treats inspired by Spain, including suckling pig, octopus brocheta, piquillo pepper rellanos and more — finished off with a cool, creamy hazelnut float. The secret ingredient in this dessert? None other than Rogue Hazelnut Brown Nectar in place of boring ol’ root beer. In fact, Rogue Ales are the feature brew at this shindig, which includes tasty temptations like the Morimoto Soba Ale, the Juniper Pale Ale, Double Dead Guy, Saint Rogue Red and more. $45. 6:30-8:30 p.m., SideBern’s Patio, 2208 W. Morrison Ave., Tampa (813-258-2233)
Thursday, June 18: Carrollwood Cultural Center
Wine guide Charles Visalli will cover the ins and outs of wine in this six week series of classes. This week — Aromas and Bouquets of Grape Varietals. $25. 6-7:30 p.m., 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa (813-664-1430)
Thursday, June 18: Belleair Grill and Wine Bar
Enjoy seven Spanish wines paired with fourteen delicious tapas in celebration of Bellair's one-year opening. $49. 6:30-9 p.m., 1575 S. Fort Harrison Ave., Clearwater (727-449-2988)
Thursday, June 18: Cork and Olive Carrollwood
Wine, Wellness and Wealth for Women. This "evening of enrichment" includes a lesson on how to incorporate tasty, healthy foods into your everyday diet, a discussion on how to stretch a buck in this tight economy, tips on taking care of yourself and, of course, a variety of wines for sampling. Free. 6-9 p.m., 10019 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa (813-868-3733)
Thursday, June 18: Vino 100
Father's Day Celebration. Sample delectable wines to find the perfect gift for the dad who has everything. Free. 5-8 p.m., 5056 4th Street N., St. Petersburg (727-522-8466)
Thursday, June 25: Fine Wine and Spirits Warehouse
Try wines from around the world at this event that benefits the Abilities Foundation. Mike Kwasin of Fine Wine and Spirits invites the public into his home to taste more than 40 wines, including Chateau St. Michelle Canoe Ridge, Paul Hobbs, Louis Jadot and more. Light appetizers are also served. $25; $40 per couple. 6-8 p.m., 3613 S. Beach Dr., Tampa (813-8378941)
Thursday, July 2: Carrollwood Cultural Center
Wine guide Charles Visalli will cover the ins and outs of wine in this six week series of classes. This week — Tasting Wines from Around the World. $25. 6-7:30 p.m., 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa (813-664-1430)
Thursday, July 16: Carrollwood Cultural Center
Wine guide Charles Visalli will cover the ins and outs of wine in this six week series of classes. This week — Dessert Wines and Sweet Treats. $25. 6-7:30 p.m., 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa (813-664-1430)
Saturday, Aug. 8: Vino, Java and Jazz
This event at the Florida Aquarium will feature wine samplings, special dishes, desserts, coffee and jazz music. Proceeds from a silent auction will go toward 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)
