Deputies ended an armed standoff with a man barricaded in a Brandon wine store shortly before 2:30 p.m. today. ...more

October 4, 2009

Just because money is tight doesn't mean you have to give up the grape. ...more

March 29, 2009

This year's sixth annual Crystal Beach Community Association silent auction fundraiser promises to be a lavish "Night of Wine and Roses." Festivities kick off at 4 p.m., tomorrow, Saturday, at Town Hall, on Crystal Beach Avenue, when bargain hunters begin perusing and bidding on more than $20,000 worth of merchandise and gift certificates. ...more

February 7, 2009

A Sponge Docks landmark, Zorba's, a nightclub and taverna, is back in the spotlight. A new owner is trying to resurrect the style and glamour that made Zorba's and its belly dancers popular decades ago. ...more

December 6, 2008

EVENTS FALL WINE DINNER: Bern's Fine Wines & Spritis, 1002 S. Howard Ave., Tampa, will host a dinner featuring wines of German winemaker, Ernst Loosen, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Monday. Cost is $125 per person; (813) 250-9463. ...more

November 9, 2008

More than 30,000 revelers from around the Suncoast are expected at the biggest street party kick-off for the winter season, Dunedin Wines the Blues, next weekend. The 18th edition of the festival, which increases in attendance each year, begins at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 8, in downtown Dunedin along Main Street and plays on into the night. ...more

November 8, 2008

Events ART DINNER: Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, 4322 W. Boy Scout Blvd., Tampa, will host a benefit wine dinner featuring world-renowned still life artist Thomas Arvid at 6:30 p.m. Friday. Cost: $175 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. Proceeds benefit the 1Voice Foundation, which assists children with cancer and their families. For reservations, call (813) 874-9463. ...more

November 2, 2008

EVENTS WINE DINNER: Bern's Fine Wines & Spirits, 1002 S. Howard Ave., Tampa, will host an Italian wine dinner featuring SideBern's Mediterranean cuisine and wines of Tasca d'Almerita, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Monday. Cost is $125 per person. Call (813) 250-9463. ...more

October 19, 2008

Events 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. Thursday. The event will be held at the home of Mike Kwasin, 3613 S. Beach Drive, Tampa, and will feature wine and appetizers. Suggested donations are $25 per person, $40 per couple. Call (813) 837-8941. ...more

September 17, 2008

Events WINE AND CHEESE FOR CHARITY: Whole Foods Market, 1548 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa, will host a wine and cheese tasting benefit for Metropolitan Ministries on Friday and Sept. 19. Tickets are $10 per person. All ticket sales will be donated to Metropolitan Ministries. For information, call (813) 874-9435. ...more

September 10, 2008