The Miami Herald Wine Column: Today
By Fred Tasker, The Miami Herald
Feb. 22–Bayfront Park Farmers Market: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., ; Bayfront Park, 305 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. 305-358-7550.
Food News & Views: Chef Eric Ripert of New York’s Le Bernardin, “Top Chef” judge Gail Simmons and master sommelier Eric Hemmer join host Linda Gassenheimer. Miami Herald wine columnist Fred Tasker is also featured; 1-2 p.m., WLRN-FM (91.3).
Join Us at the Table: Monticello curator Susan Stein and Seattle chef Wayne Johnson join hosts Nancy Ancrum and Robbie Bell; 2-3 p.m. WKAT-AM (1360).
Divas Uncorked Wine Tasting: Includes wine pairings and commentary by Sandy Block, vice president of beverage operations at Legal Sea Foods; 6 p.m., Legal Sea Foods, 2602 Sawgrass Mills Circle, Sunrise. $25. 954-846-9011, divasuncorked.com.
Social Clambake Thursdays: Features New England clam chowder, tossed green salad and a bucket filled with grilled lobster, steamed Little Neck clams, steamed shrimp and baked beans; 7-10 p.m., Social at The Sagamore Hotel, 1671 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. $39.99. 786-594-3344.
Thirsty Thursdays: Tasting of wines of Argentina and Chile, steak and chicken skewers and ceviches with wine consultant Barry Alberts; 7-9 p.m., Jaguar-Ceviche Spoon Bar and Grill, 3067 Grand Ave., Coconut Grove. $15. 305-444-0216.
FRIDAY
St. Sophia’s Greek Festival: Weekend festival kicks off 11 a.m.-11 p.m. with Greek food and pastries, music, tours of the Byzantine-style cathedral and rides for children; (continues Saturday and Sunday); $5, free for kids 12 and under; free admission before 2 p.m. today; St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 2401 SW Third Ave., Miami. 305-854-2922.
Florida Flavors: A cooking demonstration by chef Frank Eucalitto and Robert Silvani of Eucavani’s Italian Sauces; 6:30-7:30 p.m., Whole Foods Market, 810 University Dr., Coral Springs. Free. 954-753-8000.
Friday Night Wine Tasting Series: Wines of Spain and Portugal with Barry Alberts; 7-9:30 p.m., no reservations necessary; Doubletree Hotel, 2649 S. Bayshore Dr., Coconut Grove. $10. 305-793-3120.
SATURDAY
Coral Gables Farmer’s Market: 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Coral Gables City Hall, 405 Biltmore Way, Coral Gables. 305-460-5311.
Sunrise Market Days: Fruits, vegetables and baked goods; 8 a.m.-noon, Sunrise Civic Center, 10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise. 954-747-4600.
Mayfair Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Streets of Mayfair, 2911 Grand Ave., Coconut Grove. 305-448-1700.
Aventura Mall Farmers Market: 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m., (also noon-8 p.m. Sunday); Aventura Mall, 19501 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. 305-935-1110.
Cooking at The Cellar-Aventura: Chef Jorge Luis of La Barraca in Fort Lauderdale prepares paella; 1 p.m., second floor; Macy’s Aventura Men’s and Home Store, 19053 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. Free. 305-577-2296.
Cooking at The Cellar-Dadeland: Chef Mario Sanchez, a native of Peru who graduated from Le Cordon Bleu Miami, shares his skills in the kitchen; 1 p.m., Macy’s Dadeland Kids and Home Store, 7675 North Kendall Dr., Miami. Free. 305-577-2296.
SUNDAY
Josh’s Organic Garden: Organic produce, nuts, seeds, herbs and a juice bar. 9 a.m.-5:31 p.m., at Harrison Street and the Hollywood Broadwalk in Hollywood. 954-456-3276.
Lincoln Road Green Market: 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Lincoln Road between Washington and Pennsylvania avenues, Miami Beach; 305-775-2166.
MONDAY
The Atrium at 10: Adam Savage, executive chef of the resort, prepares a four-course dinner with wine pairings; 7 p.m., $75; Marriott, 10 N. Ocean Blvd., Delray Beach. 561-274-3208.
Tapas, Chocolate & Wine Tasting: A selection of Spanish wines with tapas catered by the restaurant Xixon in South Miami; 6:30-9 p.m. Feb. 26; $45; Old Vines Wine & Spirits, 2250 Coral Way, Miami. 305-669-7366.
TUESDAY
Afternoon Tea at Fairchild: Enjoy a variety of teas, sandwiches and scones with marmalade and clotted cream in the ballroom; 3 p.m., Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Rd., Coral Gables. $37. Reservations requested at 305-663-8091.
WEDNESDAY
Weston Area Chamber of Commerce Wine Tasting; 5:30-7:30 p.m., AmTrust Bank, 1144 Weston Rd., Country Isles Plaza, Weston. $7; free for chamber members. Call 954-389-0600 or e-mail or go to westonchamber.com.
Chinese New Year Cooking Class: Eleanor Hoh teaches how to prepare an appetizer and three dishes to celebrate the year of the pig. Includes a wine tasting; 7-10 p.m. Arclinea Miami, 3140 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Coral Gables. $65. 305-865-9297.
La Cuisine Gourmet Cooking Demo: Howard Kleinberg, executive chef of The Food Gang in Surfside, prepares signature dishes and answers questions; 7 p.m., La Cuisine Gourmet, 50 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. $30. 305-422-9006.
Napa Valley Wine Dinner: 7 p.m., Palme d’Or at the Biltmore Hotel, Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables. $109, $89 Premier and Cellar Club members. 305-913-3203.
A Taste of the Garden: Tasting portions from local restaurants, wines and silent auction. Benefits the Miami Beach Botanical Garden; 7 p.m., MBBG members; Miami Beach Botanical Garden, 2000 Convention Center Dr., Miami Beach. $35, $30 in advance. 305-531-0038.
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