Tuesday, August 4: Roy’s
Island Hop Celebration. The ultimate in Hawaiian-fusion presents a five course tour of the islands, paired with chef-selected Caymus Vineyards wines. $85. 6:30-9:30 p.m., 4342 West Boy Scout Blvd., Tampa (813-873-7697)
Wednesday, August 5: 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 shrimp saganaki with tomato, feta cheese, black olives and pepperoncini. $19.95. 5-8 p.m., 1002 S. Howard Ave., Tampa (813-250-9463)
Wednesday, August 5: The NoHo Bistro
Wine Wednesdays. Every week, 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 month's focus is the wines of California, and this week's theme is “Sonoma Valley.” $15. 6-7 p.m., 1714 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa (813-514-0691)
Wednesday, August 5: Rigatoni Tuscan Oven
Wild Tuscan Wednesdays. Every Wednesday for the duration of the summer, Rigatoni offers select pricing on high-end items like Alaskan snow crab and oysters, along with beer and pasta specials. $17-$22. 5-10 p.m., 3437 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa (813-879-7000)
Thursday, August 6: Hyatt Regency Hotel
Gourmet Feastival. This 18th annual event benefits the Tampa Centre for Women, and includes a mouthwatering array of decadent cuisine. Participating restaurants include Bin 27, Datz Deli, Chez Bryce, Melting Pot and more food and wine purveyors than you can shake a stick at, along with live music and door prizes. $50 in advance, $60 at the door. 6-9 p.m., 211 N. Tampa St., Tampa (813-225-1234)
This article appears in Jul 29 – Aug 4, 2009.