Wednesday, December 8: ABC Fine Wine and Spirits (N. Dale Mabry)
It's another one of ABC's infamous tastings where you'll get to try more than 50 wines from around the globe along with gourmet appetizers. Wine experts will be on hand to assist you with all of your holiday vino needs. Cigar lovers can also indulge by getting the chance to purchase single cigars before buying the whole box. Admission gets you a $5 coupon good for any purchase made that night. $10; 6-8 p.m. 14729 N Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa. 813-264-1881, abcfws.com
Thursday, December 9: 717 South
While Maddon is in the kitchen playing guest chef, Rays coaching staff members Tom Foley, Jim Hickey and Derek Shelton, senior adviser Don Zimmer, and Rays TV personality Todd Kalas will be manning the bar and mixing up drinks. All tips the guest bartenders receive will go toward helping the homeless. Dinner menu served from 5-11 p.m. and guest bartenders will take their places at 8 p.m. Call the restaurant to make your reservations for this special occasion for a cause. 717 South Howard Ave., Tampa. 813-250-1661, 717south.com
Thursday December 9: Cafe Dufrain
Enjoy a four course wine pairing dinner and reception to benefit Voices for Children, a foundation helping abused and neglected children in Tampa Bay. This 60 seat event is filling up fast, so don't wait to make reservations. All proceeds go to Voices for Children. Call the restaurant directly for reservations (813) 275-9701. $125; 6 p.m. 707 Harbour Post Drive, Tampa. voices4children.com; cafedufrain.com
Thursday, December 9: Mazzaro's Italian Market
Taste over over 60 wines at this exclusive tasting and nibble on Mazzaro's delectable hors d'oeuvres. Featured wines will include: Silver Oak, Banfi, Cakebread, Rombauer, Bastianich and many more. Limited tickets; call to reserve in advance. $35; 7-9 p.m. 2209 22nd Ave N., St. Pete. 727-321-2400, mazzarosmarket.com
Thursday, December 9: Ceviche Tampa
Party at the Ryan Nece Foundation's for a cause! Get a complimentary cocktail by Ketel One and free hors d'oeuvres by Ceviche while you dance to the tunes mixed by DJ Felix. All donations and gifts from the party will help make holiday wishes come true for the children at Hillsborough Co. Dept. of Children's Services. Admission: $25+ gift card from WalMart, Target or Best Buy, or a minimum donation of $25 at the door; 5:30-8:30 p.m. 1502 S. Howard Ave., Tampa. ryannece56.com
