Tuesday, July 28: Put A Cork In It

Toasty Tuesday. Relax at this tasting of 10-15 different wines and appetizers while chatting with industry experts and dancing to live music. $15. 7-9 p.m., 28347 Paseo Dr., Tampa (407-654-2188)

Tuesday, July 28: Wings Gone Wild

Specialty Beer Tasting. Sample craft beers from the Cigar City Brewery, Dunedin Brewery and Yuengling. Among the tempting selections are Red Head Red Ale, Mad Piper's IPA, Maduro, Jai Alai IPA and more. $10 in advance, $15 at the door. 6 p.m., 3114 W. Bay to Bay Blvd., Tampa (813-944-9792)

Tuesday, July 28: Datz Deli

Beer Club: Red, White and Brew. Seems like it’s been summer all year long, but we Floridians know that the dog days of summer are right around the corner. Be prepared by finding the perfect temperature-dousing brew at this beer class and tasting. Free. 6 p.m., 2616 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa (813-831-7000)

Wednesday, July 29: Bern’s Fine Wines and Spirits

Potluck Wednesday. Beat the mid-week dinner blahs by stopping by for gourmet take-away — and enjoy a complimentary mini-wine tasting while you wait. This week’s one-stop wonder is eggplant parmesan, with farm eggplant, rustic tomato sauce and white truffle ricotta cheese. $19.95. 5-8 p.m., 1002 S. Howard Ave., Tampa (813-250-9463)

Wednesday, July 29: The NoHo Bistro

Wine Wednesdays. Every week this summer, enjoy a relaxing end to each “hump day” with this tapas and wine tasting. Each Wednesday has a new theme, so don’t miss out on any of these palate-pleasing pairings. This week’s theme is “Aussie Walkabout.” $15. 6-7 p.m., 1714 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa (813-514-0691)

Wednesday, July 29: Datz Deli

DatzEDU: Va Va Vinegar. A little vinegar goes a long way. Learn to elevate this humble condiment to the star of your summer cooking. Free. 6 p.m., 2616 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa (813-831-7000)

Thursday: Pan Y Vino

Chardonnay Sampler. Test your skills (and your taste buds) with three Chardonnays from Australia, France and California while you savor a screening of Bottle Shock. $8. 8-10 p.m., 352 Main St., Dunedin (727-734-7700)

Thursday, July 30: Mise En Place

Cocktail Club. Learn about your favorite spirits before sampling them with the guidance of sommeliers, bartenders, industry professionals, winemakers and more at this upscale monthly networking event. This month’s cocktail is rum and cachucha. $35. 6-8 p.m., 442 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa (813-961-8388)

Thursday, July 30: Datz Deli

Salt of the Earth. Despite what some may say, Datz wants to teach you that "from fleur de sel to kosher, all salts are not created equal." Learn how to use this humble ingredient to enhance the flavors of every bite you eat. Free. 6 p.m., 2616 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa (813-831-7000)

Friday, July 31: Publix Apron’s Cooking School

Lobster Lovers. Everyone's favorite shellfish is on the menu tonight, including decadent dishes like: lobster salad with tarragon buttermilk dressing served in a herbed phyllo cup; West Street lobster and corn chowder; spiny lobster and mushroom Gouda ragout served with Yukon yucca mash; and down East blueberry buckle with crème fraiche ice cream. $50. 6:30 p.m., 7835 Gunn Highway, Tampa (813-926-4465)

Friday, July 31: Pic Pac Fine Wines and Spirits

Long Island Wine Tasting. Sample fare from this unexpectedly delicious wine-producing region. $5. 6-8 p.m., 6609 Central Ave., St. Petersburg (727-347-0743)

Friday, July 31: Corey Avenue

Hot Summer Days, Cool Tropical Nights. Sample citrus wines from the Florida Orange Groves Winery, wear your most outrageous tropical-inspired shirt for the t-shirt contest, dance under the stars to live music, and explore Gulf Boulevard in the scavenger hunt. Free. 5-8 p.m., Corey Ave., St. Pete Beach

Friday, July 31: Cafe Ponte

Wines From Around the World. Enjoy chef-selected hors d'oeuvres complemented by a variety of wines sure to please even the pickiest of palates. Please make advance reservations. $20. 5:30-7:30 p.m., 13505 Icot Blvd. #214, Clearwater (727-538-5768)

Friday, July 31: Wings Gone Wild

Spanish Wines. A quintet of the region’s most exciting wines are served — including albarino, sauvignon blanc, grenache, rioja and tempranillo — and are paired with palate-pleasing tapas. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. 7 p.m., 3114 W. Bay to Bay Blvd., Tampa (813-944-9792)

Friday, July 31: The Grapevine at Westchase

Paso Robles Wine Tasting. Try the winemaker's most noted variety, the 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon, along with the 2007 Red4 and the 2007 Roseum. Free. 4-8 p.m., 12125 West Linebaugh, Tampa (813-818-9463)

Saturday, Aug. 1: Whole Foods Market

Grand Reopening Celebration. Whole Foods aficionados are rewarded with a continental breakfast, a bread breaking ceremony in place of a ribbon cutting, cooking demonstrations, product samples, live music and more -- all completely gratis. 8 a.m., 1548 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa (813-874-9435)

Saturday, Aug. 1: Publix Apron’s Cooking School

Regions: We Love Italy! Take a tour of Italy's distinct (and deliciously delightful) culinary regions. Show your amore for the cuisine of Italia with a menu that includes: spicy sausage and garlic broccoli rabe over capellini (Calabria); rollatini con melanzane (Umbria); prosciutto-wrapped shrimp over sautéed fennel (Liguria); red Onion, pancetta pizza with three cheese gorgonzola sauce pizza (Campania); and bruschetta with olives, currants, and onions (Sicily). $40. 6:30 p.m., 7835 Gunn Highway, Tampa (813-926-4465)

Tuesday, Aug. 4: Roy's

Island Hop Celebration. The ultimate in Hawaiian-fusion presents a five course tour of the islands, paired with chef-selected Caymus Vineyards wines. $85. 6:30-9:30 p.m., 4342 West Boy Scout Blvd., Tampa (813-873-7697)

Wednesday, Aug. 5: Bern’s Fine Wines and Spirits

Potluck Wednesday. Beat the mid-week dinner blahs by stopping by for gourmet take-away — and enjoy a complimentary mini-wine tasting while you wait. This week’s one-stop wonder is shrimp saganaki with tomato, feta cheese, black olives and pepperoncini. $19.95. 5-8 p.m., 1002 S. Howard Ave., Tampa (813-250-9463)

Thursday, Aug. 6: Hyatt Regency Hotel

Gourmet Feastival. This 18th annual event benefits the Tampa Centre for Women, and includes a mouthwatering array of decadent cuisine. Participating restaurants include Bin 27, Datz Deli, Chez Bryce, Melting Pot and more food and wine purveyors than you can shake a stick at, along with live music and door prizes. $50 in advance, $60 at the door. 6-9 p.m., 211 N. Tampa St., Tampa (813-225-1234)

Saturday, Aug. 8: Ed's Fine Wines

Long Island Wine Tasting. Sample fare from this unexpectedly delicious wine-producing region. Free. 1-4 p.m., 2454 McMullen Booth Rd., Ste. 102, Clearwater (727-791-9551)

Saturday, Aug. 8: Vino, Java and Jazz

This event at the Florida Aquarium will feature wine samplings, special dishes, desserts, coffee, jazz music and a silent auction. Proceeds benefit 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)

Thursday, August 27: Mise En Place

Cocktail Club. Learn about your favorite spirits before sampling them with the guidance of sommeliers, bartenders, industry professionals, winemakers and more at this upscale monthly networking event. This month’s cocktail is single-malt scotch. $35. 6-8 p.m., 442 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa (813-961-8388)