Food & Drink
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SOUTHERN SIPS The next installment of the wine-tasting forum Vino-Versity focuses on the tastes of southern Italy, including the grapes of Apulia, Molise, Sardinia, and Sicily. Tomorrow, 6:30–8:30 p.m., Divine Bar West, 236 W. 54th St., between Broadway and Eighth Avenue, 212-265-9463, $35 in advance, $45 at the door if available.
COOL COCKTAILS The cocktail editors at Hamptons magazine, Jared Brown and Anistatia Miller, present a mixology seminar, “Mad Dogs & Englishmen: Cool Cocktails for the Dog Days of Summer.” Patrons learn the history of and how to make the mojito, the daiquiri, the Pimm’s cup, and other summery sips. The Museum of the American Cocktail sponsors the event.
Wednesday, 5:30–7 p.m., Ruth’s Chris Steak House, 148 W. 51st St., second floor, 212-245-9600, $35 in advance, $40 at the door. Registration is at www.museumoftheamericancocktail.org.
ROLL ON UP Katen Sushi Bar kicks off its “Sushi Making, Sake Tasting” series with head sushi chef Richard Fong. Participants receive hands-on instruction on creating favorites such California rolls, rainbow rolls, and dragon rolls, while sake importers provide pairing tips and serving suggestions. Wednesdays through August 31, 6:30–8:30 p.m., Katen Sushi Bar, New York Marriott Marquis, 1535 Broadway, between 45th and 46th streets, eighth floor, 212-704-8849, $35 each class, $125 for the series.
