food & wine CALENDAR

. Wednesday, Nov. 4, noon, Robb & Stucky KitchenAid Culinary Center: Discover how to prepare simple, healthy and tasty meals inexpensively; $25, Robb & Stucky Casual Living Outdoor, 26501 S. Tamiami Trail, Bonita Springs; (866) 206-3840.

. Wednesday, Nov. 4, 5:30-7:30 p.m., ABC Fine Wine & Spirits: Sample hors d’oeuvres and wines from around the world, talk with wine experts and enjoy a cigar (outdoors); $10, includes $5 coupon toward a purchase that night, 21720 S. Tamiami Trail, Estero; 495-9239.

. Thursday, Nov. 5, 4 p.m., For Goodness Sake: Free lecture, “Introduction to Healthy Living;” 9118 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs; 992-5838.

. Thursday, Nov. 5, 6-9 p.m., Bell Tower Shops: The second World Wine Tour, a benefit for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida, features a variety of domestic and international wines, appetizers and live entertainment at participating shops and restaurants at Bell Tower Shops; $20 per person or $35 per couple, U.S. 41 and Daniels Parkway, Fort Myers. For tickets, call 437-0202.

. Thursday, Nov. 5, 6-8 p.m., Austin’s Wine Cellar: Discover the wide range of sparkling wines including champagne, cava, prosecco, cremant and Reisling sekt at this preholiday tasting; $15, 12377 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers; 275-7200. Reservations encouraged.

. Friday, Nov 6, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 55 Degrees: It’s Wine Down, with 12 wines featuring lesser-known grapes and foods to match; $15, Gulf Coast Town Center, Fort Myers; 461-0155.

. Friday, Nov. 6, 7 p.m., Robb & Stucky KitchenAid Culinary Center: Make a date with a special someone or a group of friends for a three-course tasting menu and wines to match; $70 per couple, Robb & Stucky Casual Living Outdoor, 26501 S. Tamiami Trail, Bonita Springs; (866) 206-3840.

. Saturday, Nov. 7, 1-3 p.m.,

French Bread Oven: Enjoy complimentary champagne and brioche plus baking tips with owners Andre Gratesol, Eric Truglas and Rocio Pinault; 13550 Reflections Parkway, Fort Myers; 454-9100.

. Saturday, Nov. 7, 5:30 p.m., Bayfront Bistro: A wine dinner and auction will benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation’s battle against breast cancer; $100, Snook Bight Yacht Club and Marina, 4765 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach; 765-4371. Reservations required. 

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