July 7-14
The Theater District Spanish restaurant Sangria 46 will run with the bulls, sort of. They'll be celebrating the famous event in Pamplona by offering a $25 fixed-price menu that includes sangría, a choice of two tapas plates (lamb chop and grilled chorizo, among others) and dessert. Sangria 46, 338 W. 46th St., New York, NY 10036, 212-581-8482.
July 7-12
So you can't make it to Pamplona to run with the bulls? Then head on over to Pamplona, the restaurant, and "run with the bulls." And by that, we mean indulge in the five-course dinner that's being offered to celebrate the event. Fittingly enough, some of the dishes on offer will be oxtail terrine, beef cheeks and beef carpaccio. $65 per person. Pamplona, 37 E. 28th St., New York, NY 10016, 212-213-2328.
July 9
Learn how to pair bacon, beer and cheese with Mary Izett and Chris Cuzme of the "New York City Degustation Advisory Team" and Mr. Cutlets of New York magazine. The two-hour class starts at 6:30 p.m. and will cover all the latest in specialty bacon, aristanal cheese and craft beers. The cost is $65. Astor Center, 399 Lafayette St., New York, NY 10003, 212-674-7501.
July 10-31
It's summertime, which means SoHo's Savoy will be offering its annual clambake. Fifty clams---and by that we mean dollars---gets the clam-loving diner lobster stew, blueberry crumble and clams, clams, clams. Savoy, 70 Prince St., New York, NY 10012, 212-219-8570.
July 13
Bar Tabac is co-hosting a petanque tournament with Ricard Pastis for Bastille Day. As part of the festivities, there will be a hospitality tent with special cocktails and food from Bar Tabac on Smith Street in Brookyln. The event is free and runs from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Bastille Day, Intersection of Smith and Dean Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201, 718-923-0918.
July 19
Learn the "Fundamentals of Cooking" with Kevin Patricio at the Astor Center. This four-hour class, which starts at 11 a.m., will cover techniques including searing, poaching, braising, sous vide, a la plancha and others. The cost is $125. Astor Center, 399 Lafayette St., New York, NY 10003, 212-674-7501.
Through July 20
Rosa Mexicano has kicked off its annual (and popular) ice cream festival. Until July 20, ice cream lovers can enjoy flavors like salted butter avocado, mango and rum. All three locations are participating. Rosa Mexicano, 1063 First Ave., New York, NY 10022, 212-753-7407. Rosa Mexicano, 61 Columbus Ave., New York, NY 10022, 212-977-7700. Rosa Mexicano, 9 E. 18th St., New York, NY 10003, 212-533-3350.
July 21-25, July 28-August 1
This year's Summer Restaurant Week runs from July 21-25 and July 28-August 1. The three-course price-fixed lunch is $24.07 and dinner is $35. Some of the restaurants participating in the event are 5 Ninth, Bar Boulud, Devi, Gotham Bar & Grill and Nobu New York, among others. For more participating restaurants, visit nycvisit.com.
July 26
James Beard hosts the Chefs & Champagne summer gala for $400 starting at 5:30 p.m. at the Wölffer Estate Vineyard. Guests will enjoy Champagne from four houses as well as dishes from more than 30 chefs, including Harold Dieterle (Perilla), Kerry Heffernan (South Gate), and Fabio Trabocchi (Fiamma). Wölffer Estate Vineyard, Sagg Road (just North of Route 27), Sagaponack, NY 11962, 212-627-2308.
July 31
Join the James Beard House for a softshell crab extravaganza! This dinner, which costs $200 and starts at 7:00 p.m., is made by Matthew Hughes of the Blue Water Grill and ranges from crab summer rolls to barbeque-glazed softshell crab and even pastrami-stuffed softshells. James Beard House, 167 W. 12th St., New York, NY 10011, 212-627-2308.
August 19
Join Patrick Sheerin of the Signature Room at the 95th for a dinner dedicated to wines from the 45th parallel across the globe. Look for foie gras terrine with crispy eel and bison medallions with seared Chinese broccoli on the menu, all paired with wines from--you guessed it--the 45th parallel. Dinner is $165 and starts at 7 p.m. James Beard House, 167 West 12th St., New York, NY 10011, 212-627-2308.
August 21
Carmen Quagliata, executive chef at the Union Square Café, is hosting a "Quintessentially New York" dinner at the James Beard House. The dinner, which costs $200 and starts at 7:00 p.m., features USC-inspired dishes like ricotta gnocchi with roasted corn and tomatoes and roasted squab lasagna. James Beard House, 167 W. 12th St., New York, NY 10011, 212-627-2308.
September 17
Chef Roy Yamaguchi is celebrating the 20th year anniversary of founding Roy's in Honolulu with a nine-city Anniversary Culinary Tour. The New York Roy's event will feature a specially prepared five-course dinner prepared by chef Roy and a local chef partner to showcase local products and produce on the menu. The menu will be paired with wines and cocktails from tour partner Pernod Ricard. Reservations are recommended, and are available from 5 p.m.-9:30 p.m. The cost of the event is $100 per person, not including tax and gratuity. For more information and to see menus, visit www.roysrestaurants.com. Roy's, Marriott Financial Center Hotel, 130 Washington St., New York, NY 10048, 212-266-6262.
October 10-12
The inaugural Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival, a sister event to the annual South Beach festival, will be held Columbus Day weekend in the Meatpacking District to benefit the hunger-relief programs Food Bank for New York City and Share our Strength. The weekend kicks-off Friday evening with Meatpacking Uncorked, a neighborhood block party featuring area restaurants, retailers and live entertainment. On Saturday and Sunday, guests will sample delicacies from New York City restaurants as well as wines and spirits at the Grand Tasting on Pier 54. In addition, culinary demonstrations, wine seminars, book signings and meet-and-greet opportunities will take place throughout the neighborhood. The festival will also include the tradition of SWEET, presented by Ferrero Rocher, on Saturday night, which will showcase creations by select Food Network stars and New York City's pastry chefs, chocolatiers, bakers, confectioners and cheese makers. For more information, please visit www.nycwineandfoodfestival.com.
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Ongoing
The James Beard House holds monthly workshop demonstrations on Saturday mornings at 10 a.m. from September through June. Dinners take place all year and luncheons are held twice a month. Prepaid reservations are required for all events, and may be made by calling 212-627-2308. For a current schedule of events, visit www.jamesbeard.org. The James Beard House, 167 W. 12th St., New York, NY 10011, 212-627-2308.
Ongoing
ICE (The Institute of Culinary Education) offers a wide range of classes for the recreational cook, everything from cake decorating to learning knife techniques. Times vary. Visit the ICE website for more details. The Institute of Culinary Education, 50 W. 23rd St., New York, NY 10010, 800-522-4610.
Ongoing
Make the most out of your Mondays by turning up at Suba's "Dinner and Movie Mondays." Pairing authentic Spanish cuisine with music-themed films, the restaurant will feature weekly programs. Classic films include, "Hedwig and the Angry Inch," "Grease," "Desperately Seeking Susan," the "Wizard of Oz," and more. Suba, 109 Ludlow St., New York, NY 10002, 212-982-5714.
Ongoing
Gramercy Tavern has introduced a new vintage beer and cider menu, featuring 25 beers and four different ciders. The beer selection includes specialty brews like Brooklyn Brewery’s Chocolate Stout and Saison de Pipaix from Belgium. Gramercy Tavern, 42 E. 20th St., New York, NY 10003, 212-477-0777.
Ongoing
Papillon Bistro & Bar is giving back to the neighborhood. Local residents with proper ID (anyone living between 50th and 57th Sts. from Sixth to Park Ave.) will receive 20% off food and 10% off drinks. To further lure neighbors, the Bistro’s kitchen will remain open until 3 a.m. Papillon Bistro & Bar, 22 E. 54th St., New York, NY 10022, 212-754-9006.
Nightly
Borough Food & Drink is offering happy hour from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Draft beers, martinis, cocktails and wines by the glass are available two-for-one. Diners can also shoot some pool in the free billiard room. Borough Food & Drink, 12 E. 22nd St., New York, NY 10010, 212-260-0103.
Mondays
The Rock Center Café wants you to get your mozzarella on. Every Monday evening, the Midtown restaurant and bar shows cheese-loving guests six different ways to enjoy the tasty Italian cheese milk derivative. Naturally, wine pairing is offered with each cheese selection. Rock Center Café, Rockefeller Center, 20 W. 50th St., New York, NY 10020, 212-332-7620.
Mondays
Pair of 8’s, the new-ish wine bar/eatery on the Upper West Side, is celebrating the ’hood every Monday night with “Neighborhood Night.” An appetizer, entrée and a beverage (cocktail, glass of wine or a beer) can be had for $25. Pair of 8’s, 568 Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY 10024, 212-874-2742.
Tuesdays
The food at Grotto has never tasted so good on Tuesday nights. That's right: Tuesday Menu Nights features special guest chefs, who create unique menus for each week. The price is $29 per person for a four-course tasting menu. Grotto, 100 Forsyth St., New York, NY 10002, 212-625-3444.
Thursdays
Thursday nights are Choucroute night at Jarnac restaurant. Reserve in advance. Jarnac, 328 W. 12th St., New York, NY 10014, 212-924-3413.
Fridays & Saturdays
The Midtown homage to all things French, Brasserie, now offers bouillabaisse nights every Friday and Saturday. Chef Franklin Becker will offer two soup styles, featuring fish flown in from the south of France. Brasserie, 100 E. 53rd St., New York, NY 10022, 212-751-4840.
Saturdays
Every Saturday check out a new kung fu movie and traditional southern food with a twist like fried chicken and mac-n-cheese at The Den’s Kung Foo’d Saturdays from 8 p.m. Drinks are $4 during the movie, and cover is $5 after 10 p.m. The Den, 2150 5th Ave., New York, NY 10037, 212-234-3045.
Sundays
Head to Harlem for The Den's Mo Betta' Brunch, an all-you-can-eat brunch from noon to 5 p.m. for $19. The Den, 2150 5th Ave., New York, NY 10037, 212-234-3045.
 Wine
dinners & tastings at Novus Vinum.com
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