corkscrew@creativeloafing.com or write to Corkscrew: 1310 E. Ninth Ave., Tampa, FL 33605.
Reds, Whites and No Blues Purple Pelican Cafe, 14705 Gulf Blvd., Madeira Beach, hosts tastings 6-8 p.m. the last Saturday of every month. The Aug. 25 tasting features a large selection of domestic reds and whites, including Merlot from Fabiano, Gewartztraminer from Alexander Valley Vineyards and Rodenberg Red, a South African blend. For info and directions, call 727-394-0944 or visit www.purplepelicancafe.com.
Savor the Sea Grill Chef Chris Knowles invites you to meet him at the Sea Grill for a superb five-course dinner of fabulous foods paired with California wines. $60, plus tax and tip. Begin with a 7 p.m. champagne reception, Thursday, Aug. 30, at The Sea Grill, 37611 U.S 19 N., Palm Harbor, 727-942-0358. Reservations are a must.
Fridays Stink Every Friday, Grand Cru Wine Cellar says goodbye to the workweek by serving some of their fabulous artisan cheeses from around the world, including our own favorite stinky cheese, along with samplings from their fine selection of imported beers and wines. Every Friday 6-9 p.m. $12, includes a $5 coupon good toward any purchase. Reservations are never needed. Grand Cru Wine Cellar, 11724 N. Dale Mabry, inside Main Street Shopping Center, Tampa. 813-269-8463.
The Grape Escape Taste wine with Jack Kocak, The Wine Professor, for free each Friday from 4 to 7:30 p.m. and Saturday noon-6 p.m. Sample a wide selection of wines from around the world. The Grapevine at Westchase, 12125 W. Linebaugh Ave., Tampa. 813-818-9463.
This article appears in Aug 23-29, 2001.