How to dine properly with Italians will be the topic of a talk by Valentina Cirasola at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 6, at Beltramo's Wines and Spirits in Menlo Park.

Ms. Cirasola, the owner of Valentina Interiors & Designs in Sunnyvale and a native of Italy, will explain what is acceptable and what is not while sitting at the Italian table. Her talk will be followed by a tasting of wines from Italy and light treats from La Biscotteria in Redwood City.

The wine tasting fee is $30 per person.

Ms. Cirasola, who founded Valentina Interiors & Design in 1990, previously owned Atelier Valentina, a fashion company in Italy.

Reservations are required and may be made by calling 325-2806.