First-class wineries and the region’s top chefs have proved a winning combination for the Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest, which has raised more than $3 million for The Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida and other organizations. This year’s signature vintner is Benovia Winery from Sonoma County. Full Story
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. Wednesdays and Mondays, Feb. 22, 27 and 29, Ristorante Farfalla: Chef/ owner Mike Fattah shares the techniques of classical and regional Italian cuisine during a three-course meal paired with wines; 21301 S. Tamiami Trail, Estero; 495-9912. Reservations required. Full Story