EVENTS
Beast and Bottle
Wednesdays through Aug. 27: Showcasing vegetables, local and in season, the “What’s In Wednesday” food series features a three-course vegetarian option each week in addition to its regular menu at $38 per person. Wine parings are optional. Reservations recommended, 719 E. 17th Ave., 303-623-3223, beastandbottle.com
Cañon City Queen Anne Tea House
Through Aug. 30: “Tribute to The Denver Dry Goods Tea Room’s Fine Dining from 1907 to 1987” offers special teas, lunches and dinners Friday through Sunday each week. Call or visit the website for details. Reservations required. 813 Macon Ave., Cañon City, 719-275-5354, e-mail reservations@ thecanoncityqueenanne.com
The Capital Grille
Through Aug. 31: The Generous Pour wine event is back in which guests choose from seven wines for $25 with the purchase of dinner. Details on the website. 1450 Larimer St., 303-539-2500, thecapitalgrille.com
DiFranco’s
July 31: For the first in a series of Farm to Family community dinners, DiFranco’s pairs up with the Chocolate Lab and Mile High Urban Farmscaping to create a three course dinner paired with two wines. Dinner begins at 7 p.m. $35 per person. Reservations required. Also, guests can choose from seven wines for $25 with the purchase of dinner. Details on the website. 955 Lincoln St. Unit D., 720-253-1244, email: info@ difrancos.com, difrancos.com
Il Posto:
Aug 5: Tuesdays through Fridays, a three-course lunch tasting is paired with wine. Max at $40 per person. Reservations recommended. 2011 E. 17th. Ave., 303-394-0100, email: afrizzi@yahoo.com, ilpostodenver.com
Infinite Monkey Theorem
July 30: A guided chocolate and wine pairing in the tasting room features five wines and five chocolates from Ritual Chocolate. Reservations required. Tasting begins at 7 p.m. and lasts 60-90 minutes. $25 per person. 3200 Larimer St., 303-736-8376, theinfinite monkeytheorem.com
The Kitchen Boulder
Aug 3: The Kitchen pairs up with Trinity Brewing for a rare beer dinner, with five beers paired with five family-style courses. Trinity Brewing will be paired with five family-style courses. Two previously unreleased beers will be featured. $55 per person, reservations required.l $45-$50. Reservations required. 1039 Pearl St., Boulder, 303-544-5973, thekitchen.com/the-kitchen-boulder/
Le Central
Through July 31: The French restaurant is offering a special three-course menu for $29.95 in conjunction with the Tour de France. 112 E. Eighth Ave., 303-863-8094, lecentral.com
Lou’s Food Bar
Aug. 3: Choose a 5K or 10K as part of “bRUNch Running” and followed by breakfast. 9:15 a.m. check-in, runs begin at 9:30 a.m. $30, $25 in advance, includes run, the meal and two drinks (alcoholic or nonalcoholic). A portion of the proceeds benefit Metro CareRing. Reservations required. 1851 W. 38th Ave.04 E. Colfax Ave.,
Sesh Fest
Aug. 2: Presented by Imbibe! and the Colorado Brewers Guild, Sesh Fest brings dozens of session-style beers to Sculpture Park in downtown Denver, along with food, art, music and more. Tickets begin at $20 per person, and the event begins at 3 p.m. 1101 13th St., events. imbibedenver.com/products/sesh-fest
CONTESTS
Eggland’s Best
Deadline July 31: “Your Best Recipe” contest asks consumers to enter their best original egg recipes. Two new categories this year include “Fan Favorite” and “Kid-friendly.”egglands best.com/yourbestrecipe
Steamboat Springs Chili Challenge
Aug. 31: Call or visit the website to participate in the challenge, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Eighth and Oak streets, Steamboat Springs, 970-846-1800, mainstreet steamboat.com/events
FARMERS MARKETS
Colorado Farm & Art Market Saturday: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 18. The Margarita at Pine Creek, 7350 Pine Creek Road, Colorado Springs, 719-598-8667
Colorado Fresh Markets Saturday: Cherry Creek Fresh Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays through Sept. 24 and 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 25, Cherry Creek Shopping Center, East First Avenue and University Boulevard; Belmar, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays through Sept. 27, Wadsworth Boulevard and West Alameda Avenue, Lakewood; Sunday: Stapleton Founders’ Green, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 12, East 29th Avenue and Roslyn St., City Park Esplanade, 9 a.m.-
1 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 26, East Colfax Avenue and Columbine Street. 303-442-1837, coloradofreshmarkets.com Dillon Farmers Market Friday: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Fridays through Sept. 19. Buffalo Street (by Town Park), Dillon, 970- 262-3400, townofdillon.com Five Parks Farmers Market Thursday: 4:30-7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Sept. 25. Village of Five Parks, 13810 W. 85th Drive,Arvada,
The Frederick Market Thursday: 4-8 p.m. Thursdays through Sept. 4. 105 Fifth St., Frederick, frederickco.gov/ frederickmarket The Fresh Farm Stand Friday: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. the first and second Fridays of every month through October. Denver Human Services, 1200 Federal Blvd., denvergov.org/ humanservices Le Jardin Secret Saturday: 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturdays through Aug. 23. Free parking is on top levels of Larimer Square garage (14th and Market streets) during market hours. Bistro Vendome Courtyard, Larimer Square, larimersquare.com
Tagawa Gardens Saturday: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays through Sept. 27. 7711 S. Parker Road, Centennial, 303-690-4722,
Wheat Ridge Farmers Market Thursday: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays through Oct. 30. 4252 Wadsworth Blvd., Wheat Ridge, denverfarmersmarket.com
Classes
Almost Vegan Cooking
Aug. 2: Snacks and Desserts, 10 a.m. -12 p.m., $49. Learn to prepare guilt free snacks and sugar-free desserts. Reservations required. 16504 E. Dorado Ave., Centennial, 303-699-8661, email: almostvegancooking school.com
Ashley Famous Cooking
Classes include The Perfect Brunch, Summer Salads and Dressings, Desserts, Bread Making and other cooking-class parties in the school or your home. Dates, fees vary. Reservations required. 303-690-9434, ashleyfamouscooking.com
City of Aurora
July 30: Summer Soups & Cocktails, 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, auroragov.org/cooking
Cook Street
July 31: An evening of Essentials with Italian Classics. Learn the skills to cook up an authentic Italian meal, 6-9:30 p.m., $89. Reservations required. 1937 Market St., 303-308-9300, cookstreet.com
Kitchen Table Cooking
Aug. 1: Couples Class: I Left my Heart in San Francisco, 6-9:30 p.m., $240 per couple; Aug. 2: Couples Class: In Love in Paris, 6-9:30 p.m., $240 per couple; Aug. 3: Baking with your Children, 11 -2 p.m. Reservations required. 6380 S. Fiddler’s Green Circle, Suite 108A, Greenwood Village, 303-220-9769, kitchentablegv.com
Stir Cooking School:
July 30: Mussels and Clams OH MY! 6:30-9:30 p.m.,$75; Aug. 1: Date Night: All About Aphrodisiacs, 6:30-9:30 p.m., $75. Reservations required. 3215 Zuni St., 720-287-4823, stirtolearn.com
Sur La Table— Cherry Creek
July 30: Vietnamese Cooking 101, 6:30-8 :30 p.m., $69; July. 31: Preserving Summer, 10-12:00 p.m., $33.96; Aug 1: Date Night, Summer Chefs Table, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $79; Aug 2: Grilling Made Easy, 2:30-4:30 p.m.,$79;. Participants receive a 10% off coupon to use the week after the class. Reservations recommended. 121 Clayton Lane, 720-377-3512, email: cooking112@surlatable. com, surlatable.com
Ugly Goat Milk Co.
Classes include Soft Cheese, Gourmet Lunch and Hard Cheese. Dates and fees vary. Reservations required. 1701 Hidden Acres Place, Parker, 303-690-2437, e-mail: godshowranch@gmail.com, godshowranch.com
SAVE THE DATE
Steamboat Wine Festival
Aug. 6-10: Sommeliers, chefs, vintners and brewers offer seminars, tastings, meals, excursions and more. Steamboat Springs, steamboatwine festival.com
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