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LOCAL TASTINGS

Five Varietals Wine Tasting: Sommelier Leslee Miller explores grapes and wines from around the world. 6-9 p.m. Fri. $65. Reservations required. Cooks of Crocus Hill, 877 Grand Av., St. Paul. 651-228-1333. www.cooksof crocushill.com. THE PLEASURE OF PINOT: Sample and learn about the differences among wines made from the same grape in different climates and soils and more. 7-9 p.m. April 4. $60. Reservations required. The Chef's Gallery, 324 S. Main St., Stillwater. 651-351-1144. www.thechefsgallery.com.