EVENTS
Dutch Oven & Chili Cook-Off
Saturday: The fourth annual competition, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Categories include Main Dish (meat), Side Dish (vegetable), Breads, Dessert, Wild Game/Fish, Chili, and Youth Chefs (any dish prepared by a chef under 16). Prizes will be awarded. Spectators will be able to taste the dishes after the judging is complete. Free, all park visitors must have an annual pass or purchase a $7 day pass. Bonny Lake State Park, Idalia, 970-354-7306,
Flagstaff House
Through Sept. 30: Announcing the return of its “Tastes on the Terrace” menu, a selection of small plates and Hawaiian-influenced cocktails, served on the terrace 5-7 p.m. 1138 Flagstaff Road, Boulder,
Frisco’s BBQ Challenge
Thursday-Saturday: The 18th annual Kansas City Barbecue Society sanctioned competition features 60 teams from across the country. Family festivities include pig racing, circus performers, live music from Hot Buttered Rum, Stranahan’s Whiskey Tour, chef demonstration and more. Admission is free. Proceeds benefit eight nonprofit organizations. Frisco, 800-424-1554,
Hot Rocks Griller Challenge
Today: Celebrity chef competition and live music with Opie Gone Bad to benefit the Denver Health Foundation, 6-9 p.m. 5:30 p.m. VIP entrance. Tickets are $100, $500 VIP, reserved seating starts at $600. Elway’s Cherry Creek, 2500 E. First Ave., 303-602-2978, denverhealth
James Beard Benefit Dinner
Today: Join Lon Symensma of ChoLon Bistro and “Top Chef” runner up Angelo Sosa for a special five-course dinner to benefit the James Beard Society. $150 per ticket. ChoLon, 1555 Blake St., 303-353-5223,
LoDo Bites: Sip. Sample. Stroll.
Tuesday: Third annual tour offering restaurant food, wine and drink samples, 5-9 p.m. $35, $30 in advance. Lower downtown,
The Pinyon
Introducing a weekend brunch, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. 1710 Pearl St., Boulder, 720-306-8248
Shazz Cafe & Bar
Introducing a new bar food menu every Wednesday night along with drink specials. 4262 Lowell Blvd., 303-477-1407,
BENEFITS
“Palates of Palazzo”
Thursday: A food and wine-tasting benefit for The Children of Mount Saint Vincent, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Samples from restaurants and wineries are included along with a tequila bar, beer garden, demonstrations and live entertainment. $49, $2,500 VIP private event. The Event Center at Palazzo Verdi, 6363 S. Fiddler’s Green Circle, Greenwood Village, 303-763-1973,
Sweet Tomatoes
Through June 30: Will donate $1 from the sale of each bag of homemade cookies to Easter Seals, a national nonprofit that helps children and adults with special needs. ,
CLASSES
City of Aurora
Today: “Teen Cooking: Let It Roll Sushi,” 1:30-4 p.m. ages 12-16, $46, $35 residents; Thursday: “Kids Cooking: American Pie,” 1:30-4 p.m. ages 7-12, $34, $26 residents; “Mexican Cooking: Menu 1,” 6:30-9:30 p.m. $60, $46 residents; Saturday: “Kids Cooking: Father’s Day Brunch,” 9-11:30 a.m. ages 6-12, $34, $26 residents; Tuesday: “Asian Rolls & Wraps,” 6:30-9:30 p.m. $60, $46 residents. Reservations required. Kitchen on the Green, Expo Recreation Center, 10955 E. Exposition Ave., 303-326-8630, aurora
Cook Street
Today: “Knife Skills,” 6-9:30 p.m. $79; Friday: “Taste 5,” 6-9 p.m. $69; Saturday: “Grilling: BBQ Classics,” 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. $79; Monday-July 18: “Classic Techniques: Essentials I,” 6-9:30 p.m. $389 for four classes (Monday, June 27, July 11 and 18, $389; Tuesday: “Bikini Season — Warm Weather Wines,” 6:30-9:30 p.m. $49. Reservations required. 1937 Market St., 303-308-9300,
Kitchen Table Cooking School
Thursday: “Italian Regional Cuisine – Island of Sicily,” 6-9 p.m. $95; Friday: “The Incredible Egg,” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $80; “Italian Regional Cuisine – Summer in the Tuscan Hills,” 6-9 p.m. $95; Saturday: “Global Grill — Over a Tuscan Fire,” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $95; “Couples Cooking Class — Romance in Rome,” 6-9 p.m. $220; Sunday: “Teen Cuisine: Dough, Whey, Meat — Making Your Dough Go Further,” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $65. Reservations required. 5375 Landmark Place, Suite 105, Greenwood Village, 303-220-9769,
Seasoned Chef Cooking School
Today: “Culinary Techniques: Cooking with Fresh Herbs,” 6:30-9:30 p.m. $70; Thursday: “Culinary Techniques: Mastering Sauces,” 6:30-9:30 p.m. $70; Saturday & June 25: “Culinary Techniques: Basic Skills Every Cook Should Know,” 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $150; Monday & Tuesday: “Techniques of Italian Cuisine,” 6:30-9:30 p.m. $150. Reservations required. 999 Jasmine St., Suite 100, 303-377-3222,
CONTESTS
Duncan Hines 1 Million Cupcake Challenge
Deadline July 24: Invites bakers to enter this challenge to end childhood hunger with Share Our Strength’s Great American Bake Sale. cupcakechallenge
Hawaiian Kettle Style Potato Chips T-shirt contest
Deadline Aug. 31: Accepting original design entries for a Hawaiian Kettle Style Potato Chips T-shirt.
Meadow Gold Milkshake Recipe Contest
Deadline Aug. 15: Create a milkshake recipe using fresh fruit, candy or cookies and enter the “Below Zero Hero” contest.
FARMERS MARKETS
Boulder Market
Sunday: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. through Aug. 28. There is no market July 3. 1048 Pearl St., Boulder,
Colorado Fresh Markets
Saturday: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays, through Oct. 29, Cherry Creek Shopping Center, East First Avenue and University Boulevard; Sunday: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 16, Stapleton, East 29th Avenue and Roslyn Street; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 30, City Park Esplanade, East Colfax Avenue and Columbine Street.
Frederick Market
Thursday: 3-7 p.m. through Sept. 29. Main Street in downtown Frederick,
Hangar 2 Farmers Market
Saturday: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. through Sept. 17. Lowry,
Highlands Ranch Community Association
Sunday: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. through Oct. 30. Town Center, 9288 Dorchester St., Highlands Ranch,
The Market at Belmar
Sunday: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. through Sept. 25. South Wadsworth Boulevard and West Alameda Avenue, Lakewood, 303-742-1520, belmarcolorado
Old South Pearl Street Farmer’s Market
Sunday: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through Oct. 30. 1500 block of Old South Pearl Street,
Wheat Ridge Farmer’s Market
Thursday: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. through Oct. 27. 4252 Wadsworth Blvd., Wheat Ridge,
SAVE THE DATE
Luca d’Italia wine dinner
June 23: Winemaker Alessandro Landini introduces wines from the Fattoria Viticcio and Greppi-Bolgheri Properties, 6:30 p.m. $95, excludes tax and gratuity. Reservations required. 711 Grant St., 303-832-6600,
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.
