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The Tampa Tribune

Published: September 3, 2008

Events

GRILL AND CHILL: SideBern's, 2208 W. Morrison Ave., Tampa, will offer a summer celebration of beer and barbecue on its patio, 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday; $45. Call (813) 258-2233, or register at www.bernsfinewines.com.

SPANISH SUMMER FESTIVAL: Ceviche Tampa, 1502 S. Howard Ave., Tampa, will feature celebrity chef Dave Lieberman, for an evening of tapas, sangria and live music in celebration of the culture and flavors of Spain, 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday. RSVP at (312) 988-2262.

VIRGINIA WINES: Grillsmith of South Tampa, 1108 S. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa, will host a five-course dinner paired with wines of Kluge Estate Winery of Charlottesville, Va., 7 to 10 p.m. Monday. Kluge Estate's Paul Clear will speak about wines from Virginia. Cost is $45. Call (813) 250-3850.

WINE FESTIVAL: Florida Estates Winery, 25241 State Road 52, Land O' Lakes. Enjoy wine, live music and items for sale, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 13 and 27; free; (813) 996-2113.

FALL FESTIVAL: Park Square Cellar, 16132 Churchview Drive, Lithia, will host a wine festival featuring more than 100 wines, light food and live music, 1 to 5 p.m. Sept. 13-14; free. Call (813) 689-4560.

TAMPA BAY CULINARY CLUB: Jorge's Seafood Grille, 800 Clearwater Largo Road, Clearwater, will host a tasting and demonstration by Chef Jorge Leon, 2 p.m. Sept. 13; $10. Reservation deadline is Sept. 10. Call (727) 789-2605.

TASTE OF BROADWAY: Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, 1010 N. MacInnes Drive, Tampa, will host a food and wine tasting followed by Broadway highlights in Ferguson Theatre, 6 to 10 p.m. Sept. 13. Cost is $75 for regular patrons, $125 VIP; (813) 844-4547.

FUNDRAISER: Fine Wine & Spirits Warehouse will host a wine tasting to raise money for the Tampa Bay Lighthouse for the Blind, 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 18. The event will be held at the home of Mike Kwasin, 3613 S. Beach Drive, Tampa, 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 18, and feature wine and appetizers. Suggested donations are $25 per person, $40 per couple. Call (813) 837-8941.

OKTOBERFEST: Uncorked Fine Wines & Accessories, 2706 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg, will host its Second Annual Oktoberfest Celebration, featuring German-style beers with wine and food, 7 to 9 p.m. Sept. 20; $15. Reservations are required; (727) 892-9463.

VINO LAS VEGAS: Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa, will host its 7th annual wine tasting fundraiser, "Vino Las Vegas!" featuring select wine and restaurant samplings, 7 to 10 p.m. Sept. 20. The movie-themed fundraiser benefits the Tampa Theatre. Themed costume or elegant casual attire preferred. Premium Tasting begins at 7 p.m.; $85 ($95 day of event). Grand Tasting begins at 8 p.m.; $50 ($60 day of event). For information, call (813) 274-8981.

BENZIGER CALIFORNIA WINE DINNER: Columbia Restaurant will host a wine dinner featuring wines from Benziger Family Winery of Sonoma County, California, 7 to 10 p.m. Sept. 25; $75. Guest of honor will be Erinn Benziger. Call (813) 248-4961.

ALL THAT GLITTERS: The 11th annual All That Glitters Wine Tasting and Silent Auction will be held at the Pepin Hospitality Center, 4121 N. 50{+t}{+h} St., Tampa, from 6 to 10 p.m. Sept. 27. The event will benefit the MacDonald Training Center and feature wine, beer and other spirits, plus food from Tampa area restaurants and caterers. General admission $75, VIP $100. Call (813) 870-1300, Ext. 283.

Classes

FOODIES: 2312 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 209-1418.

Traditional New Orleans, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday; $45.

Cake Walk, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Saturday; $40.

Goin' Greek, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday; $40.

Elegant Entertaining, 6 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 12; $45.

Meat and Potatoes, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 18; $40.

Sophisticated Soiree, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 20; $45.

Into The Frying Pan Series: Bountiful Brunch, teen classes 4:30 p.m., adult classes 7 p.m. Sept. 22, Sept. 29, Oct. 6; $120.

Some Like It Hot, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 26; $40.

PUBLIX: Publix Apron's Cooking School, 7835 Gunn Highway, Tampa; (813) 926-4465. These classes are scheduled:

Hispanic Techniques, 10 a.m. today, Sept. 10, 17, 24; $200.

Hispanic Techniques, 6 tonight, Sept. 10, 17, 24; $200.

One Night in Bangkok, 6:30 p.m. Thursday; $35.

Giuliano Hazan, 6:30 p.m. Friday; $50.

Intermediate Techniques, 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 16, 23, 30; $200.

Chocoholics Anonymous, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 11; $35.

Cool Summery Desserts, 2 p.m. Sept. 13; $35.

Potato, Grain and Pasta Side Dishes, 6 p.m. Sept. 13; $35.

So You Think You Can Cook - Lasagna, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 18; $35.

Something's Fishy, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 19; $45.

Great Wines Under $15, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 20; $45.

Vegetable Sides 101, 6 p.m. Sept. 22; $35.

Hemingway's Hideout, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 25; $40.

Picnic at the Beach, 11 a.m. Sept. 27; $35.

ROLLING PIN KITCHEN EMPORIUM: 2080 Badlands Drive, Brandon; (813) 653-2418. These classes are scheduled:

Winning Wines: "In the Beginning," 7 tonight; $35.

Chef Jaden Presents: Wontons and Potstickers, 6:30 p.m. Thursday; $50.

Chef Dave Presents: September "Small Plates," 7 p.m. Thursday; $45.

Build a Better Burger, 6:30 p.m. Friday; $50.

Evening at the Chef's Table: Menu From the French Laundry, 6 p.m. Saturday; $65.

Guest Chef Shari Presents: Make Ahead Elegantly Easy Entertaining, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 10; $45.

Winning Wines: "Prom Queens," 7 p.m. Sept. 10; $35.

Guest Chef Jeremy: Introduction to Spices of India, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 11; $45.

Chef Dave Presents: September "Small Plates," 7 p.m. Sept. 11; $45.

Chef Dave Presents: Steakhouse Cuisine, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 12; $55.

Kids in the Kitchen: Football Frenzy, 10:30 a.m. Sept. 13; $25.

The Hills Are Calling - Texas Hills That Is, 6 p.m. Sept. 13; $50.

Mommy/Daddy & Me: Let Them Eat Cupcakes, noon Sept. 14; $25.

Cooking Fundamentals: Class 1, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 16 (5-week course); $250

Cake Decorating Class II: Basket Weaving and Roses, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 17; $35.

Winning Wines: "Anything but Chardonnay," 7 p.m. Sept. 17; $35.

Chef Blake Presents: Puff Pastry 101, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 18; $45.

Chef Dave Presents: September "Small Plates," 7 p.m. Sept. 18; $45.

Steamy Hot Cooking, 11 a.m. Sept. 20; $45.

Evening at the Chef's Table: Menu from the French Laundry, 6 p.m. Sept. 20; $65.

Knife Skills 1, noon Sept. 21; $35.

Pizza, Pizza Party, 3:30 p.m. Sept. 21; $45.

MICHAELS: 2464 W. Brandon Blvd., Brandon; (813) 653-9700. These classes are scheduled:

Beginners Cake Decorating, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday (four-week course); $17.50 plus supplies.

Fondant and Tiered Cakes, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 11 (four-week course); $17.50 plus supplies.

UNCORKED FINE WINES & ACCESSORIES: 2706 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 892-9463:

Uncorked Wine Academy, 7 to 9 p.m. Sept. 22-25; $50.

ROY'S SARASOTA COOKING CLASSES: 2001 Siesta Drive, Sarasota; (941) 952-0109.

September Class, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 29; $55.

Tastings

TASTINGS: 149 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 894-2255.

Serena Cheese, 6:30 to 8:30 tonight; $15.

Rhone Valley, 6:30 to 8:30 Sept. 10; $15.

CORK & OLIVE: 4978 Ridgemoor Blvd., Palm Harbor; (727) 781-9463.

Flavors of California, 6 to 8 p.m. Friday; Free.

All American Wines, 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday; Free.

Wine Down From Work, 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 10; $10.

Wine & Cheese Social, 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 12; Free.

Exploring New World Wines, 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 13; Free.

Singles Wine Tasting, 7 to 9 p.m. Sept. 18; $10.

Importer Wine Presentation, 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 19; Free.

Taste of Italy, 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 20; Free.

UNCORKED FINE WINES & ACCESSORIES: 2706 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 892-9463.

Refreshing Whites, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday; $10.

Racey Reds, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 12; $10.

Fall Festival, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 19; $10.

SALVADOR DALI MUSEUM: 1000 Third St. S., St. Petersburg; 1-866-440-7880.

Seventh Annual Z-Grapes Wine Tasting, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday; Zodiac members $25, others $35; Z.I.P. Premium Tasting: Zodiac members $45, others $55, $10 more at the door.

VINO 100 BRANDON/VALRICO: 1038 Bloomingdale Avenue, Valrico; (813) 654-8466.

La Ronciere Tasting with Finter Imports, 5 to 7 p.m. Friday; Free.

Get Lucky, noon to 5 p.m. Sept. 13; Free.

VINO 100 ST. PETERSBURG: 5056 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 522-8466.

All American Wine Tasting For 9/11 Fund, 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 11; free.

La Ronciere Tasting with Finter Imports, 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 11; Free

AMERICAN SPIRITS: 280 3{+r}{+d} Street S., St. Petersburg; (727) 895-8700.

3{+r}{+d} Friday Tasting, 7 to 9 p.m. Sept. 19; Free.

Gail Reece

Send news of food events or classes at least two weeks before publication to Gail Reece, The Tampa Tribune, 200 S. Parker St., Tampa FL 33606; or e-mail greece@tampatrib.com.

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