Wine tastings and wine appreciation classes are common enough these days that most of us know where to find the basics on California, France, Italy. But how about Argentina? Look no further than Aurora. The city offers an array of culinary classes through the year; from 7 to 8:30 p.m…
Beer release parties, brewery birthdays and Old South Pearl’s BrewGrass Festival are where it’s at in food this week — but there’s plenty more for teetotalers or those who prefer wine or stronger spirits. Here’s a taste of what’s ahead: Monday, June 7: Jill’s Restaurant, 900 Walnut Street in Boulder,…
Most vegetarians remember the days when attending a ball game meant subsisting on popcorn and peanuts — not bad as snacks go, but let’s be honest: Peanuts are no substitute for a ballpark dog. Since 2002, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has ranked ballparks according to the…
The annual Plates for the Peak fundraiser, tonight at Vesta Dipping Grill, 1822 Blake Street, is a delicious highlight of the summer fundraising scene, featuring contributions by many of Denver’s top chefs. From 6 to 10 p.m., enjoy small plates created by Brian Laird (Barolo Grill), Keegan Gerhard (D Bar…
Tonight at Jill’s Restaurant, 900 Walnut Street in Boulder, you can get your first taste of Bristol Brewing’s summer pilsner at the beer’s release party. Admission is free, and happy hour specials (featuring pilsner-infused plates) start at $2.50. The party runs from 5 to 8 p.m. and is guaranteed to…
If you think there’s no good reason to fight I-70 traffic to get to a mountain town between June and October, think again: Today marks the start of the annual Snowmass Chili Pepper & Brew Fest. The International Chili Society holds two competitions and tastings at this festival, while microbreweries…
Back in March, I shared the story of how the Brothers BBQ that catered my wedding, at 2589 South Lewis Way in Lakewood, was morphing into a Moe’s Original Bar-b-Que. It was bittersweet for me — bitter because I’ve always loved barbecue and was sad to see this location go,…
The answer: Opus, 2575 West Main Street in Littleton, where chef Michael Long is hosting tonight’s wine dinner featuring Cru Vin Dogs vintages. Dinner starts at 6:30, and guests will help blend the winery’s newest red wine; tickets are $79. Here’s the menu:…
Like bourbon? Then you’ll love tonight’s benefit event for KGNU, in the Crown Rock Room at the Boulder Outlook Hotel from 6 to 9 p.m. You’ll learn about the history and origins of bourbon, how to choose a quality product, and what foods pair well with bourbon; there will also…
Reyna Von Vett (aka Cora Vette) was researching music in preparation for her next show, “a naughty jazz thing,” when the burlesque star stumbled on “a bunch of old pot songs.” Later, she says, “I started digging into my research and found there was a lot more than I realized.”…
Brooklynite Manny Howard gaves new meaning to the term “urban farming”: He took his 800-square-foot back yard and turned it into the first working farm in Brooklyn in generations. His goal: to subsist for a month on what he could produce on his farm. As anyone who’s ever owned a…
This week, Manny Howard signs a book about his backyard farm in Brooklyn, KGNU hosts a bourbon-tasting benefit and Colorado State University puts farmers through a Beef University. But there’s lots more cooking if none of that wets your whistle. Here’s a taste of what’s to come: Tuesday, June 1:…
The newest installment in the tale of Carrie Bradshaw, Sex and the City 2, has hit the big screen, bringing back old flames and calling into question her commitment to Mr. Big. Of course you have to see what happens, along with twelve of your closest girlfriends! And Kona Grill,…
Through Sunday, May 30, the Paramount Cafe, 519 16th Street, is celebrating 25 years in business by offering live entertainment, specials and giveaways. Tonight, this 16th Street Mall standby will host a beer tasting from 5 to 7 p.m. For more info, call 303-893-200 or go to www.paramountcafe.com. For information…
The newest installment in the tale of Carrie Bradshaw, Sex and the City 2, has hit the big screen, bringing back old flames and calling into question her commitment to Mr. Big. Of course you have to see what happens, along with twelve of your closest girlfriends! To that end,…
John Stark, non-monogamist author of Small Things and the blog “We Sleep Together” (http://wesleeptogether.blogspot.com) says he became non-monogamous “the same way that everyone did. A lesbian friend asked me to knock her up at some point in the future, I asked my girlfriend if she thought that was okay, and…
Desert Moon Vineyards, 12656 East Jamison Place, Unit #12 in Englewood, hosts a Learning to Taste seminar from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. tonight, when you can learn how to taste wines like the pros. Admission is $20; call 303-990-9463 or visit www.desertmoonvineyards.com. For information on dozens of culinary events around…
Every month, the Park Hill Golf Club, 4141 East 35th Avenue, teams up with Argonaut Wine & Liquor for a wine-tasting event; this session, which runs from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. tonight, focuses on ’90s club wine rated ninety points or above. Proceeds benefit the Positive Project, and admission is…
You know the summer festival season is upon us when Beaver Creek kicks off the high-country Blues, Brews & BBQ. That’s only one of many culinary events to get you through Memorial Day; here’s a sampling of what else is in store: Monday, May 24: Frasca presents its Monday Night…
Luca d’Italia, 711 Grant Street, is the site of tonight’s incredible benefit dinner; all proceeds from the meal will go toward the neurology department at Children’s Hospital. But here’s what you really want to know: Who’s cooking?…
Colorado Winery Row, 4640 Pecos Street, is introducing a new monthly concert series; from 5 to 8 p.m. on select Fridays, you can enjoy live music and $5 glasses of wine…
Tonight, garden designer and cookbook author Lucinda Hutson will speak at the Denver Botanic Gardens, 1005 York Street, as part of the Bonfils-Stanton Lecture Series. The garden will host an herb-garden tour at 5:15 and a Slow Food Denver tasting at 6 p.m.; the lecture starts at 7. Admission is…
