Hungry yet? Wine, Mexican dishes and food inspired by Dr. Seuss are just some of this week's offerings. Read on:

Chiles and Sauces: The Color of our Cuisine -- Thursday
The Consulate of Mexico in Fresno is organizing a free Mexican food tasting 6-8 p.m. at Arte Americas. Featured restaurants include Oaxaca Restaurant, Mezcal Bar & Grill, Toledo´s, and Taco Grande.

Sierra Nut House's 40th anniversary party -- Friday
Sierra's flagship store at the Villaggio shopping center will host a party 5-9 p.m. with free samples of its wares. Earlier this week, owner JoAnn Sorrenti talked of serving wines, espresso, pumpkin barley salad, brandied cranberry pecan dressing, chocolate truffles and more.

Green Eggs and the Met! -- Friday
Will the Met serve green eggs and ham and schlopp with a cherry on top? Find out at this Dr. Seuss-themed evening.

The Ahwahnee's 2009 Vintners' Holidays -- Sunday to Dec. 3
Now in its 28th year, this annual event always features lots of wine to drink and plenty of winemakers to meet. Here's the full schedule.

Far Niente and Nickel & Nickel tasting at Old Doc's -- Wednesday
Old Doc's at Cedar and Nees avenues will pour 8-10 Far Niente and Nickel & Nickel wines. The $20 tasting starts at 7 p.m. and includes light food. Call (559) 224-3627 for more information.