Culinary Calendar

Today

• "The Mariposa Cheese Culture," with a flight of three wines, 6 p.m. every second Wednesday of the month, Mariposa Restaurant, Neiman Marcus. $20, exclusive of tax and tip. Reservations: 951-3420.
• "Martini & Great Blues," with live music by Chris Planas of Third Degree, 6-9 p.m., Cascada Restaurant, Royal Garden at Waikiki. Information: 943-0202.

Saturday

• "Tales From The Vineyard," part two of the Hawai'i Public Television program featuring French-born chef Serge David taking viewers on a tour to explore the wines of his native country; 3 p.m.

Monday

• "Vintner's Dinner VI — Guenoc Wine Dinner," four courses accompanied by the wines of California's Guenoc Winery, with winery owners Orville and Karen Magoon entertaining guests with Christmas carols; 6-9 p.m., Padovani's Restaurant & Wine Bar. $65 plus tax and tip. Information: 946-3456.

Tuesday

• "Wrath of Grapes — The Indigo Wine Club," with a weekly featured vendor, 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Indigo Eurasian Cuisine; wine sampling with pupu, $20; limited seating. Reservations: 521-2900.

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