EVENTS
Frasca Food & Wine
Monday: Robert Weil presents the wines of Weingut Robert Weil, Rheingau, Germany, at the next weekly four-course dinner co-hosted by Master Sommelier Bobby Stuckey and chef Lachlan Mackinnon Patterson. $45 per person, wine pairings are an additional $30-$45. Reservations required. 1738 Pearl St., Boulder, 303-442-6966,
Green Route Restaurant Tour
Through April 28: Tour a variety of sustainable restaurants included in Denver’s Green Route Restaurant Tour. Tours are free and include an appetizer, drink specials and a chance to meet with the owners and chefs. A tour pass is required. Visit the website for dates, restaurants and more information.
The Margarita
Through May 8: The Margarita is celebrating its 36th anniversary by offering six weeks of “Annual Margarita Throwback Dinners.” Each week will feature a different favorite dish from the past. The three-course meals are $25 per person. Reservations required. 7350 Pine Creek Road, Colorado Springs, 719-598-8667
South Denver Heart Center
Monday: Dr. Richard Collins and registered dietitian Susan Buckley present “Beautiful Skin From the Inside Out.” Lecture at 11 a.m., followed by a cooking demonstration at noon. Free. Reservations required. 1000 Southpark Drive, Littleton, 303-744-3278,
Strings
Thursday: Hosting “From Root to Bottle” with the Montinore Estate Winery from Willamette Valley in Oregon. Includes a five-course meal paired with local spring foods by chef Lance Barto, 6:30 p.m. $70, all inclusive. Guest speaker is winery co-owner Kristin Marchesi. Reservations required. 1700 Humboldt St., 303-831-7310,
Summit Restaurant at The Broadmoor
Monday: Five-course wine dinner featuring the new spring menu. Master Sommelier Brett Zimmerman presents Domaine Select Wines. A reception begins at 6 p.m. followed by the dinner at 6:30 p.m. $79, excludes tax and gratuity. Reservations required. 19 Lake Circle, Colorado Springs, 719-577-5896,
Tea Time at the Astor House
Saturday & Sunday: Offering a luncheon or dessert tea with 4-Ever More, a female a capella singing group. The luncheon is served at 11:30 a.m. and includes tea, scones, finger sandwiches, salad and desserts for $25. Just Desserts is served at 3 p.m. and includes tea, scones and desserts for $15. Members receive a discount. Reservations required. Astor House Museum, 822 12th St., Golden, 303-278-3557
BENEFITS
Feed Your Awareness —A Hunger Banquet
Thursday: The Department of Communication at the University of Colorado Denver presents the second annual banquet, 6-7:30 p.m. Catered meals from Maggiano’s and food donations from Vitamin Cottage are featured. U.S. Senate candidate Andrew Romanoff is the keynote speaker. Tickets are $7, $5 students. A silent auction is also included. Proceeds benefit the Denver-based nonprofit organizations ECTA International and SAME Cafe. St. Cajetan’s Center, UC-Denver campus, feedyourawarenessucd
The Orchard Town Center
Wednesdays in April: From 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. each Wednesday, a different restaurant in the Orchard Town Center will donate 15 percent of food sales to CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Adams and Broomfield counties. The volunteer-based nonprofit organization trains and supervises volunteers to represent child victims of abuse and neglect. Participants include Asti d’ Italia (today), Which Wich (April 14), Rock Bottom Brewery (April 21) and 3 Margaritas (April 28). Bagels, Cupcakes and More will also donate 15 percent of sales each Wednesday in April. 14697 Delaware St., Broomfield, , 303-654-3378,
Wines of the Pines
Friday: Castle Pines Chamber and Wines of the Pines present a “French Wine Tour,” 5-7 p.m. French wines will be paired with hors d’oeuvres. $35. Reservations required. Proceeds benefit Douglas County charities including the Women’s Crisis and Family Outreach Center, Douglas County Veterans Monument and Zumas Rescue Ranch. The Ridge at Castle Pines North, 1414 Castle Pines Parkway, Castle Rock, 303-688-3359,
CLASSES
City of Aurora
Thursday: “Life Is a Cab,” wine tasting of cabernets, 7-8:30 p.m. $29, $22 residents; Friday: “Couples Cook, Spring Wine Dinner,” 6:30-9:30 p.m. $62, $48 residents (per person), $112, $92 residents (per couple); Saturday: “Gluten Free Italian,” ages 7-12 with parent, 9:30 a.m.-noon, $51, $39 residents; Monday: “Over the Top Seafood,” 6:30-9:30 p.m. $62, $48 residents; Tuesday: “Life Is a Cab,” wine tasting of cabernets, 7-8:30 p.m. $29, $22 residents (this tasting is at the Summer Valley Center, 17400 E. Lehigh Place). Reservations required. Kitchen on the Green, Expo Recreation Center, 10955 E. Exposition Ave., 303-326-8630, recreation
Kitchen Table Cooking School
Today: “Fresh and Healthy Meals: Class II,” 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $75; Today: “Fresh Pastry Series — Souffle,” 6:30-9 p.m. $55; Monday: “Sauces 101 — A Cooking Foundation Class,” 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $80. Reservations required. 5375 Landmark Place, Suite 105, Greenwood Village, 303-220-9769, kitchentable
Seasoned Chef Cooking School
Today: “Tastes of Thailand Workshop,” 6:30-9:30 p.m. $65; Thursday: “Culinary Technique Series: Cooking With Fresh Herbs Workshop,” 6:30- 9:30 p.m. $65; Saturday: “Culinary Technique Series: Spring Pie and Tart Workshop,” 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $62; Tuesday: “Breakfast Bonanza Workshop,” 6:30-9:30 p.m. $65. Reservations required. 999 Jasmine St., Suite 100, 303-377-3222,
Stir It Up
Tuesday: “Spring Creations,” 10-11 a.m. $20 (one child ages 3-5 and one adult). This class also offered 1-2 p.m. April 14. 1140 S. Lashley Lane, Boulder, 303-494-2665,
CONTESTS
Denver International Beer Competition
Wine Country Network Inc., the producer of the Denver International Wine Festival & Competition, is inviting domestic and international brewers to submit beers for its inaugural beer competition. All entries must have won gold medals in other international beer competitions. All beers will be tasted by the certified panel May 1 at The Omni Interlocken Resort in Broomfield. Medals for gold, silver and bronze winners will be awarded. Gold-medal winners will be invited to the Taste of Elegance Chefs Food and Beer Competition on June 9. Visit the website for more information.
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