WINE TASTING

Minoela has a new wine list. They are celebrating with a wine tasting tonight from 6-8 p.m. for $5. Check it at 604 Fawcett Ave. in Tacoma.

HAPPY 57TH

El Gaucho Tacoma offers a $57 pre-fixe menu and $57 wine in August in honor of 57th Anniversary of the original El Gaucho in Seattle. More details at elgaucho.com.

COOKING CLASS

Primo Grill in Tacoma offers a Northwest Summer BBQ class featuring local meats and produce with a local farmer Saturday, Aug. 8 at 2 p.m. The class costs $65. Reserve your spot at 253.383.7000.

FREE CHEESE WEDNESDAY

Every Wednesday the Dockside Bistro & Wine Bar in Olympia serves a free plate of cheese with any bottle of wine purchased. Check it out at 501 Columbia Way.

HUMP DAY AT THE HUB

The Hub will offers drink specials and free music every Wednesday because they know you need it. Check it out at 203 Tacoma Ave. S. in Tacoma.

HAPPY HOUR

Sip in Gig Harbor offers half off its small plates every day from 4:30-6:30 and 9-11 p.m. at 4793 Point Fosdick Dr. N.W.