EVENTS
“Chocolate Therapy” dinner
Thursday: A four-course chocolate-themed meal, 6 p.m. Diners receive a signed copy of the book “Chocolate Therapy,” by Julie Pech. $79, tax and gratuity not included. Reservations required. Opus, 2575 W. Main St., Littleton, 303-703-6787,
Diners get to vote
Thursday: Randolph’s Restaurant and Bar at the Warwick Denver Hotel is looking to spice up its menu and you can help. Along with chef and gourmet “judges,” diners can share their opinions during a five-course meal plus dessert, 5:30-7:30 p.m. The cost is $20.09 per person. Reservations required. 1776 Grant St., 303-318-7272, randolphsdenver
Garlic festival
Saturday: A handful of classes and programs, 9:30 a.m.- noon. Some have fees and require reservations. Call or visit the website for details. Tagawa Gardens, 7711 S. Parker Road, Centennial, 303-690-4722,
“Pig Love and Special Sauce”
Saturday: Marczyk’s annual Pig Roast and Customer Appreciation Day. Pig roast is 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and includes traditional sides, drink and cookie. $14.99, $8.99 for children under 10. Customer appreciation day includes a storewide 10 percent discount 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the wine store. 770 E. 17th Ave., 303-894-9499, marczyk
Seven Cups Tea House
Today: Donna Fellman, director of the Tea Education Alliance, presents “Tea Here Now — The Tea Lifestyle,” 7 p.m. Free. 1882 S. Pearl St., Denver, 303-777-CUPS (2877),
Taste of Trinidad
Saturday: The second annual festival features food from more than a dozen area restaurants, live entertainment and more, 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Highlights include hot-air balloon rides (7:30 a.m.), 5K Run and Fun Walk (9 a.m.) and a ceremony honoring Major League Baseball Hall of Famer Richard “Goose” Gossage (11 a.m.) Admission is free. Cougar Canyon, 304 Shanahan Drive, Trinidad,
Wine tasting and dinner
Thursday: Sicilian winemaker Marilena Barbera hosts a wine tasting and four-course dinner prepared by Barolo chef Brian Laird, 6 p.m. $79, includes tax and gratuity. Reservations required; e-mail krisana@marczykfinefoods.com. Barolo Grill, 3030 E. Sixth Ave.
FARMERS MARKETS
Boulder Farmers Market
Today and Sat: 4-8 p.m. Wednesdays through Oct. 7, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays through Nov. 7. 13th Street at Central Park, Boulder, 303-910-2236,
Cherry Creek Fresh Market
Today and Sat: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. today and 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 31. Cherry Creek Shopping Center, East First Avenue and University Boulevard, 303-442-1837,
Golden Farmers Market
Saturday: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday (last day for the year). 10th and Illinois streets, Golden, 303-279-3113, goldenco
Northfield Stapleton Farmers Market
Saturday: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 31. Between Bass Pro Shop and SuperTarget,
City Park Esplanade Market
Sun: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 1. East Colfax Avenue and Columbine Street, 303-442-1837, coloradofresh
Stapleton Farmers Market
Sunday: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 11. Stapleton Founders’ Green, East 29th Avenue and Roslyn Street,
BENEFITS
Denver Chili Festival
Saturday: Taste dozens of dishes and learn how to select, freeze and cook green chiles, 1-4 p.m. There’s also a recipe contest; visit the website for details. Festival admission is two canned goods or $5 for the Food Bank of the Rockies. The Chili Guys, 5501 Federal Blvd., 303-316-8002, denver
Dining With a Purpose
Through today: The Denver Tech Center location of Lime will donate 5 percent of the purchase price of each bottle of Laurel Glen Chevere wine to the Lambi Fund of Haiti. Lime, 5425 Landmark Place, No. 101, Englewood, 303-741-LIME,
Sunday Service
Sundays through Oct. 25: Each week House will donate 10 percent of the evening sales to a different charity. This Sunday: Urban Wildlife Rescue. House Restaurant & Bar, 4363 Tennyson St., 720-855-9800,
CLASSES
City of Aurora
Saturday: “Asian Small Plates,” 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $55, $42 residents. Kitchen on the Green, Expo Recreation Center, 10955 E. Exposition Ave., 303-326-8630,
Cook Street
Today: “Regional American Cuisine — Pacific Northwest,” 6-9:30 p.m. $79. 1937 Market St., 303-308-9300, cookstreet
Seasoned Chef Cooking School
Today: Gluten-free cooking, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $62. 999 Jasmine St., Suite 100, 303-377-3222,
Mexican Cultural Center
Tuesday-Oct. 8: Presents three classes and tastings exploring the history and tradition of Mexican wines. Tuesday: 2-4 p.m. at Lola’s Restaurant, 1575 Boulder St.; Oct 7: 5:30- 7:30 p.m. at Tamayo Restaurant, 1400 Larimer St.; Oct. 8: 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Strings Restaurant, 1700 Humboldt St. $35 each night. 303-331-0172,
The Wellness Center
Today: “The Truths and Myths Behind Cholesterol,” 6 p.m. Free, reservations required. Whole Foods, 870 S. Colorado Blvd., Glendale, 303-357-9355,
CONTESTS
Cook-off
Through Oct. 31: Submit an original, easy-to-make recipe using a French’s product for a chance to win $25,000. frenchsfoods.com
Holiday contest
Through Nov. 7: Enter for a chance to win a holiday trip home by describing “the best part of wakin’ up at home during the holidays.” Visit the website for details. folgers
Mail items at least 10-14 days in advance to Food Calendar, The Denver Post, 101 W. Colfax Ave., Suite 600, Denver, CO 80202; fax 303-954-1679, e-mail living@denverpost.com.
