Taste of Florida - Today through May 20, Busch Gardens, Tampa. Showcasing Florida's favorite culinary treats from spicy Latin fare and pressed Cuban sandwiches to mahi mahi and mango salsa, plus music. Tastes $1-$2.50, plus Busch Gardens admission. Toll-free 1-888-800-5447 or www.buschgardens.com
Wines Around the World - 6-10 p.m. today, Kapok Special Event Center, 923 McMullen-Booth Road (behind Sam Ash Music Center), Clearwater. Taste wines from wine-growing regions of the world to benefit Healthy Start Coalition of Pinellas. $50. (727) 507-6330, ext. 224.
Bartender school - 6-7:30 p.m. Mon. and May 19, Ca d'Zan Bar, Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota. Classes through August on how to tend bar, make hip libations and entertain guests. $55 plus tax per class, includes gift and recipe booklet. RSVP required. (941) 309-2008.
Candlelight wine tasting - 6-8 p.m. May 9, Florida Orange Groves and Winery, 1500 Pasadena Ave. S, South Pasadena. Tour boutique winery and taste Florida citrus and fruit wines like mango and Key lime in a candlelight setting, with hors d'oeuvres using the wines as an ingredient. $10, includes souvenir wine glass. Limited space. RSVP (727) 347-4025.
