Wilmington Wine & Chocolate Festival at the Coastline Convention Center in downtown Wilmington NC features three days of palatable fun. The Grand Tasting on Friday night includes participating regional vintners and chocolatiers offering their best for sampling and sale; heavy hor d’oeuvres provided by Lawler Catering; live music by The Brubakers, a contemporary jazz band from Charlotte; and a silent auction. On Saturday and Sunday enjoy a tasting tour of the best Carolina wineries, sample sweets from the area’s best chocolate producers, plus experience demonstrations, informal talks, raffles and more. Admission $12 to $40. For hours, pricing, and more information visit www.nccoastalevents.com or call 910.512.9948.