Ray Isle at Loveski

Join Food & Wine executive wine editor and very nice – and knowledgeable guy – Ray Isle at Loveski as he debuts his first book, The World in a Wineglass: The Insider’s Guide to Artisanal, Sustainable, Extraordinary Wines to Drink Now, on Thursday, Dec. 7, from 5 to 7 p.m. Focusing on wines people can afford, rather than $500 rarities, Isle shows us where and how to choose more delicious, interesting, and environmentally friendly wines without breaking the bank, including unusual or undiscovered varieties that offer a window into a whole new world. Partner wineries will offer complimentary pours of select Napa wines to celebrate the book’s debut. Enjoy “Ray’s Cookout,” his favorite sandwich in collaboration with chef Christopher Kostow. Get your tickets here. Loveskei Deli, Oxbow Public Market, 610 First St., Napa, www.loveskideli.com