Events
Scandinavian Dinner Series
Tuesday:A five-part series begins with Iceland, 7 p.m. $65, includes four courses with paired wines. Reservations required. Trillium, 2134 Larimer St., 303-379-9759,
Snack Attack
Saturday: Capitol Hill United Neighborhoods (CHUN) presents this food truck festival with entertainment and a beer garden, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Argonaut parking lot, 760 E. Colfax Ave.,
Sustainable Food Film Series
Thursday: Denver Botanic Gardens and Chipotle Mexican Grill continue its film series with “American Meat.” 6 p.m. doors, 6:30 p.m. movie begins. $10 suggested donation. A Q&A session follows. Mitchell Hall at Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St. ,
Taste of Greenwood Village
Monday: The 12th annual Taste includes food samples and wines from 20 local restaurants, 5:30 p.m. $35, $50 for two, $45 at the door. VIP tickets also available. The DoubleTree by Hilton Denver Tech Hotel, 7801 E. Orchard Road,
Benefits
PJs & Eggs
Friday: The Colorado Egg Producers (CEP) Association hosts this benefit for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Denver on World Egg Day. Participants are encouraged wear pajamas and donate a new set as they enjoy “brinner” (breakfast food for dinner). Donations of new children’s pajamas will be donated to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Denver. Visit the website for more information. ,
Taste of the Nation Denver
Sunday: Dozens of restaurants, breweries and wineries are participating in this benefit for Share Our Strength, 5-8 p.m. $75. Mile High Station, 2027 W. Lower Colfax Ave.,
Classes
Almost Vegan Cooking School
Saturday: “Vegetables,” 10 a.m.-noon. $39. Reservations required. 16504 E. Dorado Ave., Centennial, 303-699-8661,
Ashley Famous Cooking
October: “Special Holiday Baking and Elegant Entertaining,” 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday and Tuesday; “Bread Making 101 to Advanced,” 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday and Friday; “The Art of Saute and Sauces,” noon-3 p.m. Saturday. Prices vary. Reservations required. 8101 E. Dartmouth Ave., 720-535-4934,
Cake Crafts
Wednesday-Nov. 7: “Wilton Course 2: Flowers & Cake Design,” 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays, $85, plus supplies; Saturday: “Air Brush: Advanced,” 9 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. $135, plus supplies. Reservations required. 4105 S. Broadway, Englewood, 303-761-1522,
Cañon City Queen Anne Tea House
Saturday: “The Art of Crepes, Souffles, Cheese Cakes,” 2 p.m. $30. Reservations required. 813 Macon Ave., Cañon City,
Cook Street
Wednesday: “Cheese and Wine Pairing,” 6-8 p.m. $60. Reservations required. 1937 Market St., 303-308-9300,
Estes Park Museum
Saturday: “Herbal Tea Making,” 2-3:30 p.m. $12. Reservations required. 200 Fourth St., Estes Park, 970-586-6256
Humphrey Memorial Park and Museum
Friday: “Condiments: Sauces,” 2 p.m. $12, $10 members; Saturday: “Home Brewing Basics: Octoberfest Ale,” 2 p.m. $15, $12 members. Reservations requested. 620 Soda Creek Road, Evergreen, 303-674-5429,
Kitchen Table Cooking School
Wednesday: “Artisan Breads,” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $80; “Wine Foundation: Great Wines of the Rhone,” 6-9 p.m. $55; Thursday: “Julia Child: Celebrating the 100th Birthday of America’s Beloved Chef,” 6-9 p.m. $95; Friday: “Couples Class: Napa Fall Romance Amongst the Vines,” 6-9 p.m. $240 per couple; Saturday: “Knife Skills, ” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $80; “Couples Class: Napa Fall Romance Amongst the Vines,” 6-9 p.m. $240 per class; Sunday: “Flavors of India with Shelley Hillesheim,” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $80; Monday: “Sauces 101,” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $80; “Meatless Mondays: Italy’s Bountiful Harvest,” 6-9 p.m. $80; Tuesday: “Perfect Pie,” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $80; “Saute Basics,” 6-9 p.m. $80. Reservations required. 5375 Landmark Place, Suite 105, Greenwood Village, 303-220-9769,
Seasoned Chef Cooking School
Wednesday: “Colorado Dinner,” 6:30 p.m. $75; Saturday: “Level II Pastry: The Caramel Class,” 10 a.m. $70; Monday: “Gourmet Family Dinners,” 6:30 p.m. $75; Tuesday: “Empanadas,” 6:30 p.m. $70. Reservations required. 999 Jasmine St., Suite 100, 303-377-3222,
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