EVENTS
Arugula Bar & Ristorante
Today: Hosting a five-course Meinklang Biodynamic Wine Dinner, 6:30 p.m. $65, excludes tax and gratuity. Reservations required. 2785 Iris Ave., Boulder, 303-443-5100,
Centro Latin Kitchen & Refreshment Palace
Tuesday: Colorado bartenders will compete in a cocktail competition using Bacardi gold, superior, select, solera, 8yr or Bacardi flavored rums, 9 p.m.-midnight. A cocktail reception begins at 8 p.m. 950 Pearl St., Boulder, 303-442-7771,
Frasca Food & Wine
Monday: Aldo Zaninotto presents the wines from the Vietti Family Winery, Piedmonte, Italy, at the next weekly four- course dinner. $45 per person; wine pairings are an additional $30-$45. Reservations required. 1738 Pearl St., Boulder, 303-442-6966,
Hush Denver
Sunday: The Traveling Dining Events Series continues with “Gastro Gone Wild @ Great Divide,” 6 p.m. $85, includes dinner, drinks, tax and gratuity. Great Divide Brewery, 2201 Arapahoe St.,
Local Food Community Potluck
Today: Everyone is invited to bring food and beverages made with ingredients from local growers, local breweries and local wineries or from recipes of local chefs, highlighting Colorado products. 6-9 p.m. Also bring plates, silverware, glasses and napkins. The dinner is a celebration of Bikeloc’s Bike Ride Across America. The GrowHaus, 4751 York St., growlocalcolorado
The Margarita
Tuesday: Annual IRC (Independent Restaurant Cooperative) Dinner, 6:30 p.m. Cost of the six-course seasonal dinner is $60 per person. Reservations required. 7350 Pine Creek Road, Colorado Springs, 719-598-8667
Sip Through the Tour
Through July: Little’s Wine & Spirits is inviting wine enthusiasts to sip through each stage of the Tour de France. Pick up a yellow card and get a 15 percent discount off one bottle from each region. 2390 S. Downing St., 303-744-3457,
BENEFITS
Cañon City Queen Anne Tea House
Sunday: Monthly Fellowship Brunch to benefit local charities and nonprofit organizations. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $29.99 adults ($4.99 will be donated), $13.99 children 10 and under ($3.99 will be donated). Reservations required. Next Fellowship Brunch: Aug. 8. 813 Macon Ave., Cañon City, 719-275-5354, e-mail: linda@thecanoncityqueenanne.com,
The E Project Wine Tasting
Saturday: Hosting a “Wine 101” class, 7 p.m. Learn how to read a label, what types of grapes are used, what to smell for and more. $25, proceeds benefit The E-Project, a community arts organization that provides opportunities for local residents to enjoy and participate in the arts. Reservations required. West Colfax Event Center, 9797 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood, 303-232-0363,
Zonta Club of Denver
Monday: Presenting the third annual wine tasting with Mayfair Liquors, $25. Proceeds fund Zonta Club of Denver projects that benefit metro-area underprivileged women. Solera Restaurant, 5410 E. Colfax Ave., 303-322-0810,
CLASSES
City of Aurora
Today-Friday: “Cake Decorating,” ages 11-15, 2-4:30 p.m. $70, $54 residents; Thursday: “Bento Box,” ages 12-16, 9:30 a.m.-noon, $42, $32 residents; “Crisp Italian Whites,” wine tasting, 7-8:30 p.m. $29, $22 residents; Friday: “As The Dough Rises,” ages 7-12, 9:30 a.m.-noon, $31, $24 residents; Saturday: “Superfood Rainbow,” 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $56, $43 residents; Monday: “American Pie,” ages 7-12, 1:30-4 p.m. $31, $24 residents, additional $15 per child; Monday-July 16: “Cooking Basics,” ages 12-16, 9 a.m.-noon, $195, $175 residents; Tuesday: “Crisp Italian Whites,” wine tasting, 7-8:30 p.m. $29, $22 Aurora 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, aurora
Colorado State University Extension — Pueblo Office
Thursday-July 29: Offering a four-week “Dining with Diabetes” class 10 a.m.-noon Thursdays. Learn how diabetes affects your health, how to make healthy food choices and taste new recipes. $20, $30 for couples (all classes). 701 Court St., Pueblo, call 719-583-6566 to register.
Generous Servings
Saturday: “Summer Pies and Tarts,” 2-5 p.m. $68. Reservations required. 3801 W. 32nd Ave., 303-455-9730,
Seasoned Chef Cooking School
Today & July 14: “Culinary Techniques Series: Basic Skills Every Cook Should Know Workshops,” 6-9:30 p.m. $135; Thursday: “La Cucina de Tuscany Workshop,” 6:30-9:30 p.m. $68; Saturday: “Culinary Techniques Series: Mastering Sauces Workshop,” 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $70; Monday: “Culinary Techniques Series: Fish and Seafood Workshop,” 6:30-9:30 p.m. $75. Reservations required. 999 Jasmine St., Suite 100, 303-377-3222, theseasonedchef
The Truffle Cheese Shop
Thursday: “Mozzarella Making,” includes hands-on activities, cheese tasting and more, 6:30-8 p.m. $50. Reservations required. This class is offered every Thursday in July. 2906 E. 6th Ave., 303-322-7363, e-mail: info@denvertruffle.com,
CONTESTS
Chiquita Banana Sticker Design Contest
Through July 18: Chiquita Brands is inviting consumers to submit their original design for a new Chiquita sticker. Fifty finalists will be announced Aug. 23 and then voting continues for the grand prizewinners through Sept. 12. Visit for details.
Monthly Fillo Recipe Madness Contest
Through July 31: The July ingredient is corn and the theme is grilling. Recipes must include Athens Fillo Dough and Athens Mini Fillo Shells. Visit
National Oyster Cook-off
Through Aug. 22: The 31st annual cook-off is held in conjunction with St. Mary’s County Oyster Festival and the National Oyster Shucking Contest in Maryland. Categories include Hors d’oeuvres, Soups and Stews, and Main Dish. There are also awards for Best Presentation and People’s Choice. For information and to enter, call 410-841-5820 or visit .
FARMERS MARKETS
Castle Pines European Market
Saturdays: 8 a.m.-noon through Aug. 28. 858 Happy Canyon Road, Castle Rock,
Colorado Fresh Markets
Wednesdays & Saturdays: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays through Sept. 29, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 30, Cherry Creek Shopping Center, East First Avenue and University Boulevard; Sundays: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through Oct. 31, City Park Esplanade, East Colfax Avenue and Columbine Street; Sundays: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 17, Stapleton, East 29th Avenue and Roslyn Street. 303-442-1837,
Denver Urban Homesteading
1-6 p.m. Wednesday-Friday and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. 200 Santa Fe Drive, 303- 572-3122,
Golden Farmers Market
Saturdays: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. through Oct. 2. 10th and Illinois streets, next to the Golden Public Library, 303-279-3113,
Larimer County Farmers Market
Saturdays: 8 a.m.-noon through Oct. 16. Larimer County Courthouse parking lot, 200 W. Oak St., Fort Collins, larimer
Tipsy’s Outdoor Market
Wednesday-Sunday: 3-8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, 2-6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; through Sept. 26. 5869 S. Alkire St., (at Bowles Avenue and C-470), 970-343-0045, tipsysoutdoormarket
Towne and Country Market
Saturday: An open-air market held the second Saturday of every month through October, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Next date: Aug. 14. The Courtyard in Castle Rock, 333 Perry St., 303-688-2520,
Wheat Ridge Farmers Market
Thursdays: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. through Oct. 28. 4252 Wadsworth Blvd., Wheat Ridge, 303- 887-FARM (3276),
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.
