Food and wine events
March 18, 2009 at 3:49 pm by Michelle StarkWednesday, Mar. 18: Whole Foods Market
Every Wednesday in March, stop by Whole Foods for the Wine Down Wednesday tasting. Free. 4-6 p.m., 1548 N Dale Mabry Rd, Tampa (813-874-9435)
Wednesday, Mar. 18: Whole Foods Market
Join the specialty cheese buyer at Whole Foods for a British Isles class and tasting, paired with some wines from the store. Free. 6:30-8 p.m., 1548 N Dale Mabry Rd, Tampa (813-874-9435)
Wednesday, Mar. 18: Culinary World Tour
Join in on this cooking discussion group at the Tarpon Springs Public Library, where the focus is on foods and cooking styles from various countries. This month’s country is Greenland. Free. 7 p.m., 138 E Lemon St, Tarpon Springs (727-943-4922)
Thursday, Mar. 19: Whole Foods Market
Join Dr. JE Williams for Health Happy Hour and learn about important supplements for your body and products from the store that emphasize vegetarian eating. Afterward, the Prime Time Sisters Program will be hosted. Free. 6-8 p.m.,1548 N Dale Mabry Rd, Tampa (813-874-9435)
More upcoming events after the break:
Friday, Mar. 20: Vintage Wine Cellars
Explore the different regions of France and the fine wines they produce at The French Connection wine tasting. $10. 7-9 p.m., 3629 Henderson Blvd., Tampa (813-879-2931)
Friday, Mar. 20: Whole Foods Market
The multi-talented Vinnie Natale will entertain during this wine and cheese tasting. Free. 7-8 p.m.,1548 N Dale Mabry Rd, Tampa (813-874-9435)
Friday, Mar. 20: Uncorked
At the Oregon Wine Tasting, sample different wines from the region – like Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris – and discover unique food pairings. $10. 6:30-8:30 p.m., 2706 4th St N, St. Petersburg (727-892-9463)
Friday, Mar. 20- Sunday, Mar. 22: Sweetbay Super Market
The Cabot Roadshow is coming to Sweetbay markets across Tampa. Enjoy recipes, prizes, coupons and samples of cheese, including the “World’s Best Cheddar.” Free. Friday 12-6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10-4 p.m.
Friday, Mar 20: Fleming’s Steakhouse & Wine Bar
At the Party Like a Rock Star event, celebrate food and wine with a four-course dinner and wines made by rock ‘n’ roll legends like Mick Fleetwood of Fleetwood Mac. $55. 6:30 p.m. 2001 Siesta Dr, Sarasota (941-358-9463)
Friday, Mar. 20: Belleair Wine and Grill Bar
Weekly Friday wine Happy Hour at Belleair. Free. 5-8 p.m., 1575 S Fort Harrison Ave, Clearwater (727-449-2988)
Saturday, Mar. 21: Toast Fine Wine & Cigars
Listen to some of your favorite records while drinking fabulous wines at Toast’s Vine and Vinyl event. Free. 6-9 p.m., 14921 Bruce B. Downs, Tampa (813-632-3105)
Saturday, Mar. 21: Sweetwater Organic Workshop
Listen to Sweetwater founder and director Rick Martinez discuss the most common weeds and pests in the area, and how to keep them out of your garden. $15 (or volunteer). 2-3 p.m., 6842 W. Comanche Ave., Tampa (813-887-4066)
Saturday, Mar. 21: Vino 100 Brandon
Join Vino as they take a tour of the old country, and sample wine from some of the greatest wine regions in the world: Chianti, Tuscany Piedmont, Bordeaux and Loire. Free. 12-5 p.m., 1038 Bloomingdale Ave, Valrico (813-654-8466)
Saturday, Mar. 21: The Wine Shop of St. Pete Beach
At “Living Foods Made Easy,” Chef Joseph Custer will teach guests how to prepare puddings and creams from raw foods. Free. 11 a.m., 401 Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach (727-363-9463)
Sunday, Mar. 22: Dunedin Brewery
Enjoy beer from various breweries -like Cigar City and Tampa Bay Brewing- at this “Kegger for a Cause.” Live music provided by Glasgow and Tailgunner Joe and Earls of Slander. All proceeds go to the Whole Planet Foundation. $5 cover. $4 beer. 2-7 p.m., 937 Douglas Ave, Dunedin (727-736-0606)
Sunday, Mar. 22: Sweetwater Organic Workshop
This workshop covers how to handle stress and depression with herbal medicine, featuring herbalist Bob Linde. $10. 3-4 p.m., 6842 W. Comanche Ave., Tampa (813-887-4066)
Monday, Mar. 23: Bern’s Steak House
Come to Bern’s for the Chateau Lynch-Bages Bordeaux five-course wine dinner, featuring Jean-Charles Cazes, general manager of the Chateau estates since 2006. $200. 6:30 p.m. 1208 S Howard Ave, Tampa (813-251-2421)
Wednesday, Mar. 25: Whole Foods Market
Every Wednesday in March, stop by Whole Foods for the Wine Down Wednesday tasting. Free. 4-6 p.m., 1548 N Dale Mabry Rd, Tampa (813-874-9435)
Wednesday, Mar. 25: Whole Foods Market
Join Elaine Robert for a lecture on Gaia herbs. Free. 6:30-7:30 p.m., 1548 N Dale Mabry Rd, Tampa (813-874-9435)
Wednesday, Mar. 25: Belleair Grill and Wine Bar
At the Northern Italian Wine Dinner, enjoy a five-course meal and wines from the Piedmont and Lombardy regions of Italy. $69. 6:30 p.m., 1575 S Ft. Harrison, Clearwater (727-449-2988)
Wednesday, Mar. 25: Tampa Club Young Member Wine Dinner
Members of the club part of the under 40 crowd are invited to this wine dinner, at which Chardonnay and Pinot Noir will be paired with a filet mignon meal. $29. 6:30 p.m., 101 E Kennedy Blvd, Tampa (813-229-6028)
Thursday, Mar. 26: Whole Foods Market
This new monthly class will explore sustainable living. This month will focus on global poverty and Whole Foods’ work with developing communities. $5 donation. 6:30-7:30 p.m., 1548 N Dale Mabry Rd, Tampa (813-874-9435)
Thursday, Mar. 26: Italian Club of Tampa
Join the Italian Club for the Wines of Italy, featuring 65 wines from different regions in Italy, Italian antipasta and desserts. $45 before Mar. 20. 6-9 p.m., 1731 E. 7th Ave., Tampa (813-248-3316)
Mar. 26-28: International Rum Festival
The largest rum festival in the U.S. will feature three days of tastings, dinners and festive events in Ybor.
Friday, Mar. 27: Vintage Wine Cellars
Enjoy wines from the Sonoma region at the Sensational Sonoma tasting. $25. 7 p.m., 3629 Henderson Blvd., Tampa (813-879-2931)
Friday, Mar. 27: Whole Foods Market
This class will focus on foods and products that support pregnancy and babies. Guests will also get to sample products. Free. 6:30-7:30 p.m.,1548 N Dale Mabry Rd, Tampa (813-874-9435)
Friday, Mar. 27: Toast Fine Wine & Cigars
Toast’s monthly wine tasting will offer 17 wine selections and appetizers. Free. 5:30-7:30 p.m., 14921 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Tampa (813-632-3105)
Friday, Mar. 27: Belleair Grill and Wine Bar
Weekly Friday wine Happy Hour. Free. 5-8 p.m., 1575 S Fort Harrison Ave, Clearwater (727-449-2988)
Friday, Mar. 27: Uncorked
At the Big Three Wine Tasting, sample wines from popular regions in France, Italy and Spain. $10. 6:30-8:30 p.m., 2706 4th St N, St. Petersburg (727-892-9463)
Saturday, Mar. 28: Polished Palate International Rum Festival
Come to the Ritz Ybor to sample dozens of rums from around the world and rum-infused treats. A silent auction and various seminars by rum aficionados will also take place. $50 VIP, $40 general. 7-10 p.m., 1503 E. 7th Ave., Tampa (727-947-3522)
Saturday, Mar. 28: Vino 100 Brandon
Vino’s Sippin Saturday wine tasting at the Brandon store. Free. 12-5 p.m., 1038 Bloomingdale Ave, Valrico (813-654-8466)
Sunday, Mar. 29: Gateway Organic Farm
Enjoy a dinner of organic vegetables, meat, fish and wine served by chefs in the Garden at Gateway. The meal will include six courses and six wines. $150 per person, $250 for two people. 4 p.m., 6000 150th Ave N, Clearwater (727-244-0724)
Sunday, Mar. 29: Sweetwater Organic Workshop
Julie Barreda Bruyn will show kids and parents the basics of cooking, using crops fresh from Sweetwater’s fields. Ages 9 and up. $10. 11:30 a.m. and 3 p.m., 6842 W. Comanche Ave., Tampa (813-887-4066)
Tuesday, Mar. 31: The Wine Shop of St. Pete Beach
In this “Health by Numbers” seminar, Susan Bucci will talk about body statistics we need to know in order to achieve optimum health. Free. 6:15 p.m., 401 Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach (727-363-9463)
Thursday, Apr. 2: Fine Wine & Spirits Warehouse
The warehouse will be hosting a wine tasting at the home of Mike Kwasin, featuring over 40 wines from around the world and appetizers. Suggested donations $25 per person, $40 per couple. 6-8 p.m., 3613 S. Beach Dr., Tampa (813-837-8941)
Apr. 3-5: Cajun Cafe on the Bayou Crawfish Festival
Lots of music, lots of crawfish, lots of people saying “suck the head!” 8101 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park (727-546-6732)
Thursday, Apr. 16: “Beer Wars”
For one night only, seven local Tampa theaters will be playing this documentary, followed by a live discussion with brewers and beer experts. 8 p.m., click here for a list of theaters
Friday-Monday, Apr. 17-20: Bern’s 12th Annual Winefest Weekend
Bern’s big annual event includes tastings, dinners, seminars and more. Check the event website for full details.
Sunday, Apr. 19: B-21 Fine Wine & Spirits
Join B-21 for their annual Bordeaux vs. Cabernet wine tasting and sale. $25 before Apr. 17, $30 at the door. 2-5 p.m., 43380 US Hwy 19 N., Tarpon Springs (727-937-5049)
Saturday, Apr. 25: Uncorked
Join Uncorked for their British Isles & Ireland Beer Event, where they will serve diverse brews from England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland. Reservations required. $20. 7-9 p.m., 2706 4th St N, St. Petersburg (727-892-9463)
Friday-Saturday, May 15-16: Tampa Bay Wine and Food Festival
This event at the Don Cesar Resort will feature wine and food tastings, seminars by celebrity chefs and live performances. $75, 1-4 p.m., 3400 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach (813-258-5858)
Sunday, Jun. 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)
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)
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