On the Plate: Upcoming Food and Wine Events

May 26 - 27 Barbecue at Flatbush Farm
The gang at Flatbush Farm hosts a barbecue the last weekend of every month, including this one. Feast on grilled clams, barbecued chicken legs and ribs, pulled pork sandwiches, veggie chili and more. 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. 76 Saint Marks Avenue, Brooklyn. Call 718-622-3276 for details.

May 29: Is New York Dining Really Better Than Ever?
Ask the experts! Mike Colamenico will moderate a panel discussion between food critic Gael Greene, writer Arthur Schwartz, chef Jacques Pepin, and restaurant consultant Michael Whiteman. 8:00 p.m. 92nd Street Y, Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street. $25, tickets available online. Call 212-415-5500.

May 30: Cheeses from Spain
Learn all about the fantastic cheeses from Spain at this seminar at Stinky Bklyn. 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Smith & Vine, 268 Smith Street at DeGraw, Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, $55 a person. Space is limited to 20 people so call for reservations: (718) 522-7425.