Daily Loaf

Wednesday, Apr. 22: Cork and Olive
At the Single’s Sizzle and Swirl Cooking Class, learn how to create your own dish and pair wine with your new invention. $45. 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m., 10019 N. Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa (813-868-3733)

Thursday, Apr. 23: Kuba Cigars
At this wine tasting, sample dark chocolate, snacks and an assortment of cheeses. There will also be door prizes and a fine wine giveaway. $10. 7-9 p.m., 243 E. Davis Blvd., Tampa (813-258-8191)

Thursday, Apr. 23: Toasted Pheasant Bistro
Enjoy a four-course Chilean dinner complete with wine paired for each course. $45. 7-10 p.m., 14445 N. Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa (813-265-6700)

Many more after the break:

Thursday, Apr. 23: Avenue Cellars
Sample an exciting selection of wines at Avenue Cellar’s wine tasting. Free. 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m., 9662 Linebaugh Ave., Tampa (813-920-9991)

Thursday, Apr. 23: Private Oasis
Join Georgia Lee, “Queen of Chocolate,” for a Chocolate Launch Party and sample wine, beer, refreshments and enter to win a raffle. $5. 7:30 p.m.-11 p.m., 237 Lake Ina Dr., Winter Haven (917-558-7558)

Friday, Apr. 24: Uncorked
This wine tasting will focus on reds and whites from Hungary, Australia and Luxembourg. $10. 6:30-8:30 p.m., 2706 4th St. N., St. Petersburg (727-892-9463)

Friday, Apr. 24: Vintage Wine Cellars
Learn all about Pinot at this Pinot Power wine tasting. $10. 7-9 p.m., 3629 Henderson Blvd., Tampa (813-879-2931)

Friday, Apr. 24: Toast Fine Wines
Monthly free wine tasting, featuring fifteen wines and appetizers. Free. 5:30 p.m., 14921 Bruce B Downs Blvd., Tampa (813-632-3105)

Friday, Apr. 24: Belleair Grill and Wine Bar
Italian wine maker Gianni Masciarelli will be honored at this Belleair wine dinner. $59. 7 p.m., 1575 South Ft. Harrison, Clearwater (727-449-2988)

Friday, Apr. 24: Cork and Olive
Enjoy seafood from Cox’s Seafood, paired with wines from Cork and Olive. $15. 6-9 p.m., 10019 N. Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa (813-868-3733)

Saturday, Apr. 25: Vino 100
Sippin’ Saturday wine tasting. Free. 12-5 p.m., 1038 Bloomingdale Ave., Valrico (813-654-8466)

Saturday, Apr. 25: Craftsman House
Reduce your beer’s carbon footprint and taste some Bison organic beers at the Craftsman House’s Earth Day Celebration. 4-7 p.m., 2955 Central Ave., St. Petersburg (727-323-2787)

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)

Saturday, Apr. 25: The Florida Aquarium
At the Sea Grapes Fine Wine and Food Festival, enjoy food from some of the area’s best restaurants, music and a silent auction. $85. 7-10 p.m., 701 Channelside Dr. (813-273-4030)

Sunday, Apr. 26: Datz Deli
Join Pastry Chef Jason Laukhuf for a Breakfast Pastries 101 class, featuring delectable cinnamon rolls and deluxe donuts. Guests will be able to take home their own concoctions of fillings and toppings. $50. 6-9 p.m., 2616 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa (813-831-7000)

Tuesday, Apr. 28: Put A Cork In It Wine Store
At this wine tasting party, enjoy twelve different wines from around the world, snacks and live entertainment. $13 in advance, $15 in the door. 7-9 p.m., 28347 Paseo Drive, Wesley Chapel (813-973-8484)

Saturday-Sunday, May 2-3: Tomato and Heritage Festival
Live music, free tomato plants, tomato-inspired foods can be found at this festival in Ruskin. Vendors bring crafts, clothes, jewelry and potted plants. Entertainment and activities for children also available. Adults $5, children 12 and under free. Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 2401 19th Ave, Ruskin (813-935-4996)

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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