Events
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Wednesday: Screening “American Meat,” a pro-farmer documentary that profiles cattle, hog and chicken production in the United States. A post-film discussion is included along with free food from Chipotle. 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the University of Denver campus, Sturm 281. Visit the website for information and additional screenings.
Frasca Food and Wine
Monday: Weekly four-course dinner series continues with
Roberto Stucchi who presents the Wines of Badia a Coltibuono. $50 per person; wine pairings are an additional $30-$45. Reservations required. 1738 Pearl St., Boulder, 303-442-6966,
The Margarita at Pine Creek
Thursday:“Cheese & Wine Dinner,” six-course meal, 6:30 p.m. $55. Reservations required. Also offering a new winter a la carte menu in the Lounge, 5-9 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. 7350 Pine Creek Road, Colorado Springs, 719-598-8667
TAG Burger Bar/Strange Brewing Company
Wednesday:Four-course beer-tasting dinner, 6:30 p.m. $48. Reservations required. The next dinner is March 6 and features Odell Brewing Co. from Fort Collins. 1222 Madison St., 303-736-2260,
Benefits
CMC Culinary Institute
Thursday:The CMC Foundation presents its eighth annual Scholarship Endowment Dinner, a five-course meal to benefit future students of Colorado Mountain College’s Culinary Institute. 6:30 p.m. reception, 7 p.m. dinner. $165 per person, $125 of each ticket is tax deductible. Keystone Ranch, 1437 County Road 150, Keystone, 970-947-8361, e-mail cschiller@
Great Plates of Downtown 2013
Friday-March 14: The Downtown F0rt Collins Business Association presents 35 downtown restaurants offering dinner special for $25 to benefit the Food Bank for Larimer County. Breakfast specials also available for $2.50. Tax and tip not included. Locations on the website.
Classes
Almost Vegan Cooking School
March 6: “Snacks and Desserts,” 6:30-8:30 p.m. $49. Reservations required. 16504 E. Dorado Ave., Centennial, 303-699-8661,
Ashley Famous Cooking
Through February: Cooking Class Parties, Colorado Comfort Food, Easy Breakfast and Brunch, and more. Times, dates and fees vary. Reservations required. 8101 E. Dartmouth Ave., 720-535-4934,
City of Aurora
Wednesday: “Tasty Packages,” 9 a.m.-1 p.m. $90, $70 residents; Thursday: Books That Cook: “Life on the Line” by Grant Achatz, book discussion and group cooking, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $20, $15 residents. Reservations required. Kitchen on the Green, Expo Recreation Center, 10955 E. Exposition Ave., Aurora, 303-326-8630, recreation
Humphrey Memorial Park & Museum
Saturday: “Say Cheese: Ricotta,” 2 p.m. $15, $12 members. Reservations requested. 620 Soda Creek Road, Evergreen, 303-674-5429,
Kitchen Table Cooking School
Wednesday: “Gluten-Free Wednesdays: Indian,” 6-9 p.m. $80; “Wine Foundations Class: Seductive Spanish Wines,” 6-8 p.m. $55; Thursday: “Sushi 101,” 6-9 p.m. $95; Friday:Couples Class: Cozy Nights,” 6-9 p.m. $240; Saturday: “Gluten-Free Baking,” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $80; Sunday: “Organizing Your Healthy Kitchen with Shelley Hillsheim,” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $80; Monday: “Knife Skills,” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $80; “Meatless Mondays: Comfort Foods for Cold Days,” 6-9 p.m. $80; Tuesday: “Artisan Bread,” 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $80; “Knife Skills,” 6-9 p.m. $80. Reservations required. 5375 Landmark Place, Suite 105, Greenwood Village, 303-220-9769,
Ross Broadway Library
Tuesday: “Cake Decorating” with Michelle from Gateaux who will demonstrate basic spring-themed cake decorating techniques, 6 p.m. 33 E. Bayaud St., 720-865-0135
Ross Cherry Creek Library
Tuesday: “Gluten Free and Vegan Baking” with Ashley Greeno of Sugar Mama Bakeshop, 6 p.m. 305 Milwaukee St., 720-865-0120
Seasoned Chef Cooking School
Wednesday: “Eatertainment Culinary Party,” 6:30 p.m. $52.80; Thursday: Best of Denver Chef Series: The Avenue Grill’s Andrew Lubatty presents “Chinese Stir Fry,” 6:30 p.m. $52.80; Saturday: “Around the World Meals in Minutes,” 10 a.m. $52.80; Sunday: “Hello Cupcake Easter Edition,” 1 p.m. $52.80; Monday: Best of Denver Chef Series: Colt and Gray’s chef/owner Nelson Perkins, 6:30 p.m. $85; Tuesday: Best of Denver Chef Series: Ace’s Brandon Biederman presents “Asian Cravings,” 6:30 p.m. $80. Reservations required. 999 Jasmine St., Suite 100, 303-377-3222,
Contests
Folgers Jingle Contest
Through March 6: Individuals and groups of six or less are invited to submit video entries of their original version of the “The Best Part of Wakin’ Up” jingle. The top 10 Finalists will have their entries posted online for a nationwide vote May 15-June 19.
Pillsbury Bake-Off Contest
The 46th annual contest includes three recipe categories. Votes will determine all 100 finalists to compete for the grand prize. Categories: “Amazing Doable Dinners,” voting March 14-28; “Simple Sweets and Starters,” contest is April 4-May 9, voting June 13-27; “Quick Rise & Shine Breakfasts,” contest is July 4-Aug. 8, voting Sept. 12-26.
Smucker’s Uncrustables Unstoppable Family Photo Contest
Through March 6: Vote for your favorite photo of families enjoying Uncrustables sandwiches.
Send items 10-14 days in advance to living@.
