Culinary calendar
Spaghetti Dinner - Sponsored by the Elks Lodge; Friday, 5:30-7 p.m., 2605 N. Robie Road; $5. 926-2328.
Winter Beers and the Food That Love Them - Taste 10 winter brews from our favorite breweries. RSVP required; Friday, 7 p.m., Rocket Market, 726 E. 43rd Ave.; $15. 343-2253.
Pancake Breakfast - Come with a hearty appetite; Sunday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Sons of Norway Tordenskjold Lodge, 6710 N. Country Homes Blvd.; $4.50. 326-9211.
Exploring Wine in the Context of Food - Includes four-course menu, eight wines and a tasting note/guidebook to take with you; Tuesday, 6-8:30 p.m., Beverly’s at the Coeur d’Alene Resort, Coeur d’Alene; $100. (800) 688-1142.
A Celebration of Washington Wines - A dinner and auction benefiting Washington State University’s program in Viticulture and Enology, Jan. 21., 6 p.m., Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville, Wash., $175/person. 335-6479.
Ethiopian Coffee Tasting and Fund-raiser - Learn about the origin of coffee and relish the subtleties of harrar, celebres, sidamo and yrgahcheffe coffee beans prepared in the traditional Ethiopian manner in a gebena. Proceeds benefit Ethiopian Monasteries; Limited seating, Jan. 21, On Sacred Grounds, Steam Plant Square, 163 S. Lincoln St.; $5. 747-6294.
Lutefisk/Meatball Dinner - Lutefisk, Swedish meatballs, boiled potatoes, flatbread and dessert will be served at this semiannual event. RSVP by Jan. 18. The event will be held Jan 22. noon-3 p.m., Sons of Norway Tordenskjold Lodge, 6710 N. Country Homes Blvd. $16. 326-9211.
Big Reds Tasting - Taste Quilceda Creek, Leonetti and others; Jan. 26, 6:30 p.m., Vino!, 222 S. Washington St.; $55. 838-1229.
The Perplexing World of Pinot Noir - Find out why this grape is considered the holy grail of wine markers the world over and it’s such a finicky grape to grow; Jan. 27, 7 p.m., Rocket Market, 726 E. 43rd Ave.; $25. 343-2253.
Winter Dinner and Dance - Soup, ham au gratin, biscuits and honey and dessert. Dancing to Uncle Harold’s Band. Please RSVP by Jan. 25. Dinner will be held Jan. 27; 5:30 p.m., Sons of Norway Tordenskjold Lodge, 6710 N. Country Homes Blvd., $8.50. 326-9211.
Fifth Annual Festival of Foodies - Savor signature dishes from area restaurants. Taste wines, champagnes, microbrews and spirits, Jan. 28, 2-6 p.m. Visit a variety of retailers who specialize in culinary products. Enjoy live music and watch and learn how chefs create their culinary masterpieces. Tickets available at Vino! A Wine Shop, 222 S. Washington St., Brickhouse Massage and Coffee Bar, 14222 E. Sprague Ave., Hallett’s Chocolate Factory, 1419 E. Holyoke Ave., University Appliance, 9907 E. Sprague Ave., 3916 N. Division St., and 6960 Government Way, Coeur d’Alene. Spokane Community College Lair, 1810 N. Greene St. $10/advance, $15/at the door (includes two beverage coupons). 242-2668.