Wednesday, January 26: Pollo Tropical
The Latin-inspired fast food chain Pollo Tropical is getting in the spirit of this month dedicated to soup by offering their Caribbean Chicken or Split Pea Soup for only $1 on National Soup Day, January 26th. There is one catch to get this deal, though: To get the discount you have say “Happy Soup Day” to the cashier! (And no other purchase is necessary.) All day; 3134 Tampa Road, Oldsmar, 727-230-0002; 3900 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park, 727-362-9600; 3285 W Hillsborough Ave., Tampa, 813-319-1850; 6276 W. Waters Ave., Tampa, 813-319-6360. pollotropical.com
Wednesday, January 26: Whole Foods Market
Buying Organic on a Budget: If your budget is a little tighter after the holiday season, that doesn’t mean you have to give up healthy, nutrient-rich, and organic foods! Let Curtis Whitwam, Healthy Eating Specialist, show you cost effective ways to shop smarter while still eating healthier. Please register by the exit lobby or by emailing [email protected]. Free event; 6:30-7:30 p.m. 1548 North Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa. 813-874-9435; wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/tampa
Wednesday, January 26: Vintage Wine Cellars
A special event with founder and winemaker Anthony Bell of Bell Wine Cellars, a true wine aficionado with over 15 years experience with Napa's prestigious Beaulieu Vineyards winery. Taste 4 of his commercial successes along with 4 special Cabernet Sauvignon single vineyard clones that he is bringing from the winery. Reservations are mandatory and can only be made by telephone. $20; 7-9:15 p.m. 3629 Henderson Blvd., Tampa. 813-879-2931, vintagewinecellars.net
Wednesday, January 26: Pour House
It's 'Keep the Pint Night'! This week, they're featuring Harpoon Brewery and will have Oak Aged Dunkle, UFO Hefe, IPA and Cider on tap. Get one while they last! Free event, 7:30 p.m. 1208 E. Kennedy Blvd. Suite #112, Tampa. 813-402-2923, pourhousetampa.com
Thursday, January 27: ABC Fine Wine and Spirits - St. Pete
Another installment of ABC's tastings which feature over 50 wine selections from around the globe. Each guest receives a souvenir wine glass and a coupon for $5 off any purchase the night of the event. $10, 5:30-7:30 p.m. 3535 4th Street N., St. Pete.
Thursday, January 27: Downtown Tampa and Ybor
Ride along on the Urban Restaurant Bike Tour, which will begin at SONO Cafe, then head to the Columbia Café at the Tampa Bay History Center, The Bricks, Pizza Fusion and Fly Bar & Restaurant. Enjoy the ultimate urban dining experience with 5 hours of mouth-watering menu items from 5 different restaurants in and around Downtown. Guests also receive a raffle ticket to win prizes at the last stop. The event is BYOB (Bring Your Own Bicycle) and there will be a designated attendant to watch over the group's bicycles. For more information and to RSVP, call City Bike Tampa at 813-225-1777, visit the event website or email: [email protected]. $5, $10 at event; 5:30-10:30 p.m. SONO Cafe: 120 W Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa. 813-274-8130.
