Culinary calendar

Wednesday Wine and Cooking Demo - Every Wednesday, 4-6 p.m., enjoy a flight of wines paired with food prepared by chef Carol. Call to reserve a seat. Gourmet Way, 8222 Government Way, Hayden, Idaho. $15/per person; $10/per wine club member. (208) 762-1333.

Wine Tasting Wednesdays - Complimentary wine tasting with wines from around the world every Wednesday from 4:30-6 p.m. Special wine and chocolate pairing event on Feb. 11. The Culinary Stone, 2129 Main St., Coeur d’Alene. (208) 277-4116.

Cooking Classes at the Kitchen Engine - Classes include: today, 5:30 p.m., Make Your Own Condiments, $39; Tuesday, 5:30 p.m., Winter Pies, $45; Feb. 4, 5:30 p.m., Sushi, $49; Feb. 8, 2 p.m., Surf and Turf with Dessert, $55; Feb. 9, 5:30 p.m., Croissants and Puff Pastry Class, $45; Feb. 10, 5:30 p.m., Feb. 11, 5:30 p.m., Homemade Gnocchi, $45; Feb. 12, 5:30 p.m., Sushi, $49. Space is limited. Call to register. Kitchen Engine, 621 W. Mallon Ave. (509) 328-3335.

Friendship Kitchen - Community meal on Thursdays, 4-5:30 p.m., St. George’s Parish Center, 2010 N. Lucas St., Post Falls. Free. (208) 773-4715.

The Culinary Stone Cooking Classes - Classes begin at 5:30 p.m. Thursday: Juicing for Life; Tuesday: Roses and Chocolate; Feb. 5: An Air of Romance; Feb. 10: Mommy, Daddy and Me ($17.50 for kids). The Culinary Stone, 2129 Main St., Coeur d’Alene. $35/person. (208) 277-4116.

INCA After Dark - Classes include: Thursday, Artisan Bread Baking; Feb. 5, Make it Sweet: Cake 101; Feb. 13, Mouthwatering Mediterranean Small Plates. All classes are 6-8 p.m. For more information or registration, visit incaafterdark.scc.spokane.edu or call (509) 533-8141. INCA at SCC, 1810 N. Greene St., Bldg. 1. $49/per class.

Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food - City of Moscow and the University of Idaho Extension present a reception and panel discussion on the current and future consumption of agricultural products by showcasing the social and economic reach farmers have in their communities. There will be a no-host bar, light appetizers and door prizes. Thursday, 6-9 p.m., Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre, 508 S. Main St., Moscow. Free. (208) 882-4127.

Wine 101: Back to Basics - Attendees will learn how to identify the key components of a wine, how to score wine like the experts and proper serving temperatures. They will also explore how to select favorite wine styles and how to pair wine with appropriate foods. Eight wines will be featured. Thursday, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Total Wine & More, 9980 N. Newport Highway. $20. (509) 466-1644.

Cooking with Carol - Chef Carol will prepare her recipe of the week every Friday at 10:30 a.m. Visit www.facebook.com/ GourmetWayHayden to view the menu. Gourmet Way, 8222 Government Way, Hayden, Idaho. Free. (208) 762-1333.

Vino! Wine Tastings - Tastings include cheese and crackers. Friday, 3-6:30 p.m., Renwood Winery, $10; Saturday, 2-4:30 p.m., K Vintners and Charles Smith Wines, $10; Feb. 6, 3-7:30 p.m., Selections from Vino’s Wine of the Month Club, $10. Vino! Wine Shop, 222 S. Washington St. (509) 838-1229.

Wines for Your Big Game Party - Find great selections for hosting a party to celebrate the big game. Taste these wines, plus additional selections as chosen by the wine manager. Selection subject to availability. Friday, 4-8 p.m.; Saturday, noon-6 p.m.; Sunday, noon-5 p.m., at Total Wine & More, 9980 N. Newport Highway, (509) 466-1644; and Total Wine & More Spokane Valley, 13802 E. Indiana Ave., (509) 922-1530. Free.

Potato Bar Fundraiser - Potatoes, salad and dessert. There will be entertainment and a project presentation. Come help support the Sinto Senior Center’s effort to upgrade its commercial kitchen. Friday, 5-7 p.m., Sinto Senior Center, 1124 W. Sinto Ave. $10/early bird; $12/purchased after today. (509) 327-2867.

Tastings at the Market - Washington State Wine Expo. Friday, 7 p.m., Rocket Market, 726 E. 43rd Ave. $20/per tasting. (509) 343-2253.

Cinnamon and Cider Tasting - Get cozy with crisp apples and cinnamon spice. Saturday, noon-9 p.m.; Sunday, noon-6 p.m., at Total Wine & More, 9980 N. Newport Highway, (509) 466-1644; and Total Wine & More Spokane Valley, 13802 E. Indiana Ave., (509) 922-1530. Free.

Beergarita Tasting - A sweet and sour thirst quencher. Saturday, noon-7 p.m.; Sunday, noon-3 p.m., at Total Wine & More, 9980 N. Newport Highway, (509) 466-1644; and Total Wine & More Spokane Valley, 13802 E. Indiana Ave., (509) 922-1530. Free.

Snowshoe Moonlight Hike and Dinner - Travel through the winter landscape of Mount Spokane by moonlight. After exploring the area you will return to the Selkirk Lodge for dinner. Includes guide, snowshoes, headlamp and meal. SNO-PARK and Discover Pass required. $5 discount if you bring your own equipment. Must call for discount. Sponsored by REI. Saturday and Feb. 28, 6-9 p.m., Selkirk Lodge, Mt. Spokane State Park, 29500 N. Mt. Spokane Park Drive. $37-$42. Ages 18 and older. (509) 625-6200.

Souper Bowl Potluck - The potluck will be at 11:30 a.m. following the worship services at 9 and 10:30 a.m. There will be entertainment, football trivia and prizes. Bring cans of soup to benefit the Second Harvest Food Bank. Sunday, 11:30 a.m., Moran United Methodist Church, 3601 E. 65th Ave. (509) 448-7102.

Food For Thought Book Club - Presented in partnership with the Inland Northwest Food Network. Discussion of “Every Day in Tuscany” by Frances Mayes, dozens of recipes from her traditional kitchen and simple garden in Italy. Feb. 4, 6 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Library, Gozzer Room, 702 E. Front Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 769-2315.

Selkirk Abbey Beer Dinner - Join Clover’s chef Travis Dickinson and his culinary team for a pairing dinner featuring the beers of Post Falls’ Selkirk Abbey Brewing Co. There will be six courses specially created to pair with different beers. Feb. 4, 6:30 p.m., Clover, 913 E. Sharp Ave. $65/per person. (509) 487-2937.

Beer and Food Pairing Experience - The executive chef of Crafted will prepare five courses, each paired with beer. Advance reservations required. Feb. 5, 6:30 p.m., Crafted Tap House, 523 Sherman Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $35/person. (208) 292-4813.

Palouse Cabin Fever Brew Fest - Featuring six breweries and food. Indoor/outdoor event; dress accordingly. Ticket includes commemorative pint glass and six-4 oz. beer tastes. Advance tickets available at 12 String Brewing Co, Budge Brothers Brewery, Paradise Creek Brewery, Camas Prairie Winery, The Moscow Brewing Company, Zythum Brewing Company and The Green Frog Cafe. Proceeds support the Palouse Community Center. Ages 21 and older only; ID required. Feb. 7, 3-8 p.m., Palouse Community Center, 220 E. Main St., Palouse. $15/advance; $20/at the door; $1 for extra tastes.

Feed Medical Lake - A free meal the second Monday of the month, 5-6 p.m., St. John Lutheran Church, 223 S. Hallett St., Medical Lake. (509) 714-1150.

Sip & Shop Fundraiser – 10 percent of all proceeds from the tasting room, gift shop and Bistro Rouge will be donated to the Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness. Come support this local nonprofit. Feb. 10, 5-9 p.m., Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., Sandpoint. (208) 265-8545.

Puppy Love with Wine - Enjoy wine tasting, appetizers from area restaurants and a silent auction. Benefits the animals at the Spokane Humane Society. Feb. 11, 6-9 p.m., Nectar Tasting Room, 120 N. Stevens St. $10/advance; $15/at the door. (509) 467-5235, 219.

“Our Favorites” Cooking Class Series - Scott and Roxane offer their all-time favorite classes and recipes from the last four years, including: Feb. 11-12, Cajun Creation; Mar. 18-19, A Wee Bit of Irish (and Scottish). Classes held 6-8:30 p.m., Two Cooks with Love Catering, 11712 E. Boone Ave. $40/single; $70/couple. (509) 891-5980.

Beer 101: Back to Basics - The class will cover the history of beer, ingredients, brewing process and various beer styles. Discover your favorite beer flavors while enjoying a tasting tour of different beer style categories. Feb. 12, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Total Wine & More Spokane Valley, 13802 E. Indiana Ave., (509) 922-1530; and Total Wine & More, 9980 N. Newport Highway, (509) 466-1644. $15.

The Chocolate Affair - Sixth annual event will take place in conjunction with the Music Walk presented by the Arts & Cultural Alliance. Try samples from chocolatiers in three divisions: Professional, non-professional and people’s choice. Feb. 13, 5-8 p.m., downtown Coeur d’Alene. Free. (509) 747-7076.

Valentine’s Day Dinner - Dinner includes appetizers, four courses, an intermezzo course and pomegranate champagne cocktail. Feb. 13, 6 p.m., The Culinary Stone, 2129 Main St., Coeur d’Alene. $169/couple with wine pairing. (208) 277-4116.

Snowshoe and Wine Tasting - Enjoy a spectacular day of snowshoeing the trails of Mount Spokane. Great scenery, snow-covered trees and hidden cabins will make for a day of memories. After playing in the snow, stop for a wine tasting at Trezzi’s Farm Winery. $3 tasting fee, refundable with purchase of a bottle of wine. Snowshoes, guides, walking poles and transportation included. Additional information emailed after registration. Event organized by Spokane Parks and Recreation. Feb. 14 and March 14, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., meet at Yoke’s Fresh Market Mead, 14202 N. Market St. $35. Ages 21 and older. (509) 625-6200.

Sweetie Pie Banquet - Enjoy a catered dinner for two, live music, entertainment, and fun. Feb. 14, 6:30 p.m., Pend Oreille Playhouse, 240 N. Union Ave., Newport. $50/couple. (509) 671-3389.

Spokane Symphony Chamber Soiree: A Valentine’s Treat - Feb. 17-18. The always diverse ensembles from outstanding musicians of the orchestra provide exciting chamber music in an intimate setting. The Spokane Club opens its doors to the elegant Georgian Room, where table seating includes local wines paired with hors d’oeuvres and dessert crafted by award-winning Chef Urs Moser. Ticket holders may call ahead to reserve a pre-concert dinner at Burgandy’s restaurant, a delicious privilege extended to all Soiree attendees. Performances at 7:30 p.m. nightly. Spokane Club, 1002 W. Riverside Ave. $20-$48. (509) 624-1200.