SUNDAY, Aug. 4
Enchanted Garden Tea Party
An afternoon of teas, sweet and savory pastries, finger sandwiches and cocktails. Make reservations online. $80. 1-5pm. Dollop Shop, 3144 Markway Rd. dollopshoptoledo.com
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 7
Kombucha Home Brewing 101
A local expert from Boochy Mama’s Kombucha will be on hand in this exciting workshop to guide you in brewing your kombucha successfully. Registration is required. $45. The 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg. 577foundation.org
THURSDAY, Aug. 8
Feast with the Beasts
An exclusive evening featuring a five-course sustainably curated menu by local chefs, wine pairings and a live auction with unique Zoo experiences. Ticketed. $250-$2500. 6pm. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. toledozoo.org
SATURDAY, Aug. 10
Creativi-Tea: Tea Blending & Brewing
Audrey Madyun, winner of the 2023 Holiday Cookie Competition, will lead a class in tea blending and brewing. Registration is required at [email protected] by Tuesday, Aug. 6. 11am-1pm. HeArt Gallery and Studios, 428 N. Erie St. heartgalleryandstudios.com
THURSDAY, Aug. 15
Registry Bistro Craft Cocktail Workshop
Join Registry Bistro for a hands-on learning experience. August’s theme is 90’s Club Cocktail Throwbacks. Call to reserve your spot. $50 per guest plus tax & gratuity. 6-7:30pm. Registry Bistro, 144 N. Superior St. 419-725-0444.
GIN 101: Everything You Could Ever Want To Know
The ultimate event for gin enthusiasts! Learn about its history, production process, different types and how to create the perfect gin cocktails. Tickets are available on Eventbrite. $65. 6-8:30pm. Bellwether at Toledo Spirits, 1301 N. Summit St.
SUNDAY, Aug. 18
Hungarian Food Fest
The Hungarian Food Fest returns with authentic Hungarian food, pastries, chimney cakes and more. Noon-8pm. VFW Post #4906, 2161 Consaul Rd. and Calvin United Church, 1946 Bakewell St. @HungarianClubofToledo
MONDAY, Aug. 19
Canning 101
Have you thought about canning but the whole process seems just too daunting? 577 Foundation instructors will demystify hot water bath canning and give you the confidence to try it in your own home. Registration is required. $35. 6-8pm. Also on Monday, Aug. 26. The 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg. 577foundation.org
SATURDAY, Aug. 31
4th Annual 419 Taco War
Glaze ‘em Gourmet Funnel Cakes and The Business Building Movement present the annual taco event. Check out a number of food trucks and vendors. $5 admission, kids 5 and under are free. 2-11pm. Lucas County Fairgrounds, 1406 Key St., Maumee