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Cucina Toscana's is offering a summer program that takes guests on a cultural tour of Italy. The series, which take place four times throughout the summer, includes food, wine and Italian opera performed by soprano, Rebekah Rota. Her European performances include, among others, Violetta in "La Traviata," Mimi in "La Boheme," Pamina in "The Magic Flute," Micaela in "Carmen" and Anna Reich in "The Merry Wives of Windsor."

When • June 25, at 7 p.m.; repeated July 16, July 30 and Aug. 20 also at 7 p.m.

Where • Cucina Toscana, 282 S. 300 West, Salt Lake City; 801-328-3463

Cost • $90 for dinner and musical performance; optional wine pairings an additional $40. Reservations required.