Events
Frasca Food and Wine
Monday:Urs Vetter presents the wines of Alois Lageder, Alto-Adige, Italy, at the next weekly four-course dinner. $50 per person; wine pairings are an additional $30-$45. Reservations required. 1738 Pearl St., Boulder, 303-442-6966,
The Margarita at Pine Creek
Through April 30: The restaurant celebrates its 38th birthday this month with specialty five-course dinners for $38 and three-course dinners for $30. Also serving its “Throwback” menus. Call for details. 7350 Pine Creek Road, Colorado Springs, 719-598-8667
Signature Chefs Series Today: The second annual series includes a collection of Landry’s restaurants offering chef-inspired menus. The series continues today with The Oceanaire, 1400 Arapahoe St. $99, call 303-991-2277 for reservations. Next up: Morton’s The Steakhouse, April 25; the Chart House, May 2; and “An All Chef’s Dinner” wraps up the series on May 9. Details at
Classes
Colorado State University Extension, Pueblo
April 25, reservation deadline Friday: “Guide to Living Gluten-Free,” 6-8 p.m. $10. Reservations required. 701 Court St., Pueblo, 719-583-6566
Cook Street
Friday: “Sushi & Samurai,” 6-9:30 p.m. $99; April 25: “French Classics,” 6-9:30 p.m. $89. Reservations required. 1937 Market St., 303-308-9300,
Humphrey Memorial Park and Museum
Friday: “Fruit Vinegar,” 2 p.m. $12, $10 members; Saturday: “Knead Bread: Russian Black,” 2 p.m. $15, $12 members. Reservations requested. 620 Soda Creek Road, Evergreen, 303-674-5429,
Kitchen Table Cooking School
Today: “Wheatless Wednesday: South American Specialties,” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $80; “Wine Tasting: Tuscan Treasures,” 6-8 p.m. $55;”Croissants & Danishes,” 6-9 p.m. $80; Friday:”Effortless Hors d’Oeurvres,” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $80; “Couples Class: Sideways in Sonoma,” 6-9 p.m. $240 per couple; Saturday: “Sauces 101,” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $80; Sunday “The Incredible Edible Egg,” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $80; Monday: “Meatless Monday: Morocco,” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $80; Tuesday: “Artisan Breads II,” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $80. Reservations required. All classes in April are discounted 15 percent. 5375 Landmark Place, Suite 105, Greenwood Village, 303-220-9769, kitchen
Seasoned Chef Cooking School
Today:”Powerhouse Protein,” 6:30-9:30 p.m. $70;Thursday: “Fish and Seafood,” 6:30-9:30 p.m. $75; Saturday: “Smokin!,” 10 a.m4 p.m. $70; Sunday: “Family Series: Pizza, Pasta and Cannolis!,” 1-3:30 p.m. $55; Monday:“Cheese Primer 101,” 6:30-9:30 p.m. $40;Tuesday:“San Francisco’Crazy’,” 6:30-9:30 p.m. $75. Reservations required. 999 Jasmine St., Suite 100, 303-377-3222,
South Denver Heart Center
Monday: Dr. Richard Collins and registered dietitian Susan Buckley present a lecture and cooking demonstration on “Food, Mood and Love,” 11 a.m.-noon. Free. Reservations requested. 1000 Southpark Drive, Littleton, 303-744-1065,
Sur La Table
Friday: “Girls Night Out: An Evening with Julia,” 6:30-8:30 p.m. $69; Sunday: “Intolerant Gourmet: Gluten and Lactose-Free Baking,” 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $69. Reservations required. 1850 29th St., #1004, Boulder, 303-952-7084,
The Truffle Cheese Shop
Thursday: “Cheese 101,” 6:30-8 p.m. $55; Monday: “Mozzarella Making Class,” 6:30-8 p.m. $50. Reservations required. 2906 E. Sixth Ave., 303-322-7363, e-mail info@denvertruf,
Williams Sonoma
Today: “Decadent Desserts,” 6:30-8:30 p.m. $50. Participants receive a 10 percent discount on selected items purchased after class. Reservations required. Park Meadows, 8405 Park Meadows Center Drive, Suite 1160, Littleton, 303-790-2565
Benefits
Argonaut Wine Tasting
Tuesday: “Chile, Argentina and Spanish Wine & Tequila,” 5:30-7:30 p.m. Appetizers included. $35, $30 in advance. Proceeds benefit The Positive Project. Reservations required. The benefit tastings are held the fourth Tuesday of every month. Park Hill Golf Course, 4141 E. 35th Ave., 303-831-7788
Brewmaster Dinner Series
Friday: “Earth Day Celebration” includes a four-course Avery Brewery dinner with beer pairings and a barn dance to benefit Trout Unlimited, 6-11 p.m. $59. Trout Unlimited supports efforts to save the Fraser River. Reservations recommended. Devil’s Thumb Ranch Resort & Spa, 3530 County Road 83, Tabernash, 970-726-5632,
Colorado Springs Chorale’s Chefs Gala & Silent Auction 2012
Sunday:Festivities include food prepared by chefs from 23 regional restaurants and caterers in a competition for honors in appetizers, entrees and desserts, 5-8:30 p.m. A silent auction and live entertainment is included. Tickets are $95 each or $855 for a table of ten. Corporate sponsorships available. Proceeds benefit the Colorado Springs Chorale. Antlers Hilton Heritage Ballroom, 4 S. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs, 719-634-3737, e-mail csc@cschorale.org,
Cured
Monday:A collaborative “Pop Up” multi-course dinner with Colorado beer and wine pairings to benefit the Growe Foundation with Cured, Boxcar, Pizzeria Basta and The Pinyon. There are two seatings of 30 people beginning at 5:30 p.m. ($100 each) along with a private room for a party of six ($150 each) with additional courses. The foundation educates children about healthy eating and living. Reservations required.1825 B Pearl St., Boulder, 720-389-8096, cured ,
Denver Art Museum
Friday & Saturday:The 12th annual “DAM Uncorked” benefit includes a wine tasting of more than 300 wines along with appetizers, 6-9 p.m. Friday. The “DAM Uncorked Dinner & Auction” is Saturday. Reservations required; details on website. 100 W. 14th Avenue Parkway,
Lola Denver
Today: The fifth annual Dos Casas six-course benefit dinner prepared by 13 local chefs with wine pairings, 6 p.m. $85, $125 VIP seating. Proceeds benefit Brent’s Place, a “home away from home” housing facility for immune-compromised patients and their families. Reservations required. 1575 Boulder St., 720-570-8686, loladenver ,
Save the date
Mizuna
April 25: Five-course “Burgundy Wine Dinner” with Master Sommelier Brett Zimmerman, 6:30 p.m. reception, 7 p.m. dinner. $120. Reservations required. 225 E. Seventh Ave., 303-832-4778,
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