Monday, February 1:
Jordan Rubin, the author of The Maker's Diet and Perfect Weight America will discuss his knowledge and journey through food; the first 200 guests will receive goodie bags. Stop by Sunflower Market, 2880 South Colorado Boulevard, at 6:30 p.m.; you can RSVP by phone to reserve your spot to 303-758-4400.
The Black Cat Restaurant, 1964 13th Street in Boulder, will donate 20 percent of the evening's sales to the Boulder County AIDS Project; reservations are required for this Eat Out for Boulder County AIDS Project event. Call 303-444-9110 or visit www.bcap.org.
Tuesday, February 2:
Jason Stengel and head brewer Brian Hutchinson will teach a Stout Class as part of Mountain Sun's Stout Month. It takes place at Southern Sun Brewery, 627 South Broadway in Boulder, at 4 p.m.; call 303-543-0886 or visit www.mountainsunpub.com.
Argyll, 2700 East Third Avenue, hosts a five-course wine dinner with Cameron Hughes at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $65 per person; call 720-382-1117 or visit www.argyllpub.com.
Falling Rock Tap House at 1919 Blake Street is presenting its thirteenth annual Barleywine Dinner, featuring food by Cheryl and aged special treats to imbibe. It's $50 in advance, $60 at the door (if there's room); get information at 303-293-8338 or www.fallingrocktaphouse.com.
If Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow today, warm up for six more weeks of winter with a $2 Irish Coffee at Randolph's, 1776 Grant Street. Call 303-318-7272 or visit www.randolphsdenver.com.
TAG, 1441 Larimer Street, will donate 20 percent of the evening's sales to the Center. It starts at 5 p.m.; call 303-996-9985 or visit www.tag-restaurant.com.
Buy one lunch entrée and get a second free today at Randolph's for Business Bite Monday, 1776 Grant Street. Call 303-318-7272 or visit www.randolphsdenver.com.
Centro Latin Kitchen & Refreshment Palace, 950 Pearl Street in Boulder, is kicking off a monthly introduction to Latin wines to take place the first Tuesday of every month. This month, they'll explore the wines of Chile; admission is $18 and it starts at 8:30 p.m. Call 303-442-7771 or visit centrolatinkitchen.com.
Wednesday, February 3:
It's barleywine season at Falling Rock Tap House" target="_blank">Falling Rock Tap House, 1919 Blake Street; find some barleywines on tap, with past vintages available, too (in limited quantities. Dain Bramage kicks off today; get information at 303-293-8338 or www.fallingrocktaphouse.com.
Elway's Downtown, 1881 Curtis Street, is hosting a four-course dinner paired with Cameron Hughes Wines -- and Cameron Hughes himself will be there. The reception starts at 6:30 p.m. and dinner is at 7; it costs $75. Call 303-312-3107 or visit www.elways.com.
Thursday, February 4:
Pappas Cigar Lounge, 9648 Arapahoe Road in Englewood, hosts Tribute to Haiti, an evening dedicated to Haitian music, food, drinks (alcoholic and non) and arts, plus a silent auction; proceeds benefit International Orthodox Christian Charities. Admission is a $25 suggested donation, and the benefit starts at 6:30 p.m.; call 303-792-2519.
Friday, February 5:
Enjoy a meal and entertainment in the dark, courtesy of the Boulder Blind Café. A vegetarian meal will be served in the dark by blind waiters, accompanied by music (One Eye Glass Broken) and spoken-word poetry; proceeds benefit Boulder Guide Dog Puppy Raisers. It takes place at 8 p.m. on February 5 and 6 at Wesley Chapel, 1290 Folsom Street in Boulder, and costs $20 for students and $25 for the general public; make your reservations at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/91905.
Saturday, February 6:
Vesta Dipping Grill, 1822 Blake Street, hosts the sixth annual Mustache Festival; grow your best 'stache (or glue one on for ladies) and help the Make-A-Wish Foundation. All donations and 10 percent of proceeds will benefit the foundation; visit www.vestagrill.com.
Visit the D Note, 7519 Grandview Avenue, and all of downtown Arvada for the ninth annual Chocolate Affair, featuring Chocolate Therapist Julie Pech, a treasure hunt, cookie contest, face-painting and storytelling, and many more activities. It takes place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in downtown Arvada; call 303-420-6100.
Assistance League invites the public to a Victorian Valentine Tea at the Bosworth Mansion, 1400 Josephine Street. The $25 price tag includes a tour of the mansion and an old-fashioned tea; it runs at noon and 2 p.m. Call 303-338-1014 or e-mai [email protected] to purchase tickets.
The Denver Public Library's Fresh City Life hosts Lincoln Eats, a chef's take on old Abraham's favorite dishes, with Jessica Gados. Recipes and samples are included, and it takes place from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Denver Public Schools Administration Building, 900 Grant Street; call 720-865-1206 or visit http://denverlibrary.org/fresh.
The Lobby, 2191 Arapahoe Street, is hosting a four-course dinner by chef Charley Sinden, paired with estate bottled wine selections. It starts at 6:30 p.m. and costs $50; call 303-997-9911 or visit www.thelobbydenver.com.
Troy Guard of TAG will represent Colorado at Taste of the NFL, a fundraiser dinner for 3,000 people that raises hunger awareness throughout the country. Proceeds benefit Second Harvest Food Banks. Visit www.tasteofthenfl.com.
Sunday, February 7:
All Brothers BBQ locations are offering Super Bowl party plates; choose from beef brisket, pork shoulder, chicken, hot links, spare ribs, plus rolls and a choice of sides. Plates run from $64.99 (feeds six to eight) to $134.99 (feeds fourteen to sixteen). Place your orders in advance at www.brothers-bbq.com.
The Soiled Dove Underground, 7401 East First Avenue, hosts the Ultimate Super Bowl Party: An all-you-can-eat buffet, Bud and Bud Light drafts and well drinks for only $35. Jager shots for $4 is the other drink special. The party starts at 3 p.m.; call 303-366-0007 or visit www.soileddove.com.
All pizzas, dogs, burgers, beers and sodas will be at least half-price on this Super Bowl Sunday at Randolph's, 1776 Grant Street; call 303-318-7272 or visit www.randolphsdenver.com.
Stop by All Saints of Russia Orthodox Church, 3274 East Iliff Avenue, for Maslenitsa, a Russian pre-Lenten Mardi Gras celebration with songs, games, barbeque and blini. It takes place from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; visit www.rocadenver.org.
