James Beard Dinner: Happy 20th to the James Beard Society, the national foodie organization whose mission is “to celebrate, preserve and nurture America’s culinary heritage.” Mark the milestone Sept. 28, when Denver joins 20 cities nationwide hosting celebration dinners. Among others cooking at Denver’s event: Frank Bonnano (Mizuna), Elise Wiggins (Panzano) and Yasmin Lozada-Hissom (pastry chef at Duo). A portion of proceeds go to Operation Frontline Colorado. Tix are $125 and moving fast. | Call 303-395-2677 or e-mail office@heedum.com for tickets. | Tucker Shaw
Peach shakes at Tami’s: Just because school’s back in session doesn’t mean summer has to be over. Cure your end-of-summer blues with a cold, refreshing peach shake at Tami’s Burger Haven. Fresh Colorado peaches make these shakes totally unbeatable and absolutely irresistible.|5380 W. 44th Ave., 303-431-5051 | Tucker Shaw
Green chile guide: When she’s not shopping for green chiles or making green chile, Web developer Anita Edge is updating her site, , with the latest locations for the spicy stuff. The site has a map of chile vendors and a handy chart that lists each seller and the types of chiles they sell, prices and hours. She has also posted a guide to chile varieties, FAQs and recipes. “Many vendors are offering specials over Labor Day, so I will be updating the main page to highlight these special and a Labor Day special page with details. I am also restructuring and expanding the recipe section and have added the world champion green chile recipes from 1999-2006,” she says. “If you are looking for any recipes or information on green chiles, please contact me and I will try to help.” | | Kristen Browning-Blas
