The magic of bread and the joyful art of baking find their full expression through the dream of Vintner Guy Davis.

Let’s raise a glass to the glories of Champagne Pol Roger – July 17 at The Farm at Old Edwards. This celebrated vintage will be paired with an extraordinary menu composed by Chef Chris Huerta.

Come for the fare, stay for the fellowship – the Sky Valley Property Owners’ Association is serving up a delicious pancake breakfast, July 5 at the Sky Valley Lakeside Pavillion.

Joe Nuzzi’s acquisition of Osteria del Monte fulfills a familial destiny 18 years in the making. To discover its powerful attraction, visit the restaurant at 19131 Rosman Highway in Sapphire. For reservations, call (828) 883-2551.

Celebrate the spirit of Independence by liberating yourself from the strictures of wine protocol.

Paulina McDonald’s Pastries are headlining the offerings at High Country Wine and Provisions in Highlands – this recipe is top of the list.

Accept no substitutes – a meal at Las Margaritas is a full-on seduction of the senses. You’re invited to play – 127 Highway 64 in Cashiers. This being the Plateau in the middle of the Busy Season, reservations are a good idea – (828) 745-6900.

The Low Country Shrimp Boil, set for Saturday, June 21, at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, is a delicious boost to the park’s future.

On the Verandah will stage an exclusive wine dinner spotlighting Oregon’s Torii Mor Winery, with expert guidance from Michael Searles of Grapevine Distributors at 6:00 P.M. Thursday, June 19. For reservations, visit ontheverandah.com or call (828) 526-2338.