Upslope's Tasting Room; Gabrielle Hamilton Dinner

DESSERT WIRE— Some area chefs are participating in Delicious Designs, a weekend of desserts inspired by architecture. Example: Tom Coohill of Coohills has a marjorlaine “Fernand Point” inspired by the Parker Performing Arts Center. [CT/DP]

BREW NEWS—The taproom at Upslope Brewing Company is now open on Sundays. Visit the Boulder brewery between noon and 7 p.m. to sample classic and seasonal brews. [Eaterwire]

S. PEARL— Sushi Den's Toshi Kizaki, who owns the long-standing restautant with his brother Yasu, chatted with EatDrinkDenver about moving sister restaurant Izakaya Den next door: "Many people don’t realize how difficult it is to maintain quality control when you’re receiving shipments to different kitchens. The buildout will be a creative process, but the feel and menu of the old Izakaya Den will not change." [EDD]

FIVE POINTS— There's a food truck gathering this Sunday from 2-8 p.m. at Mile High Spirits. Crock Spot, Street Eats, N.Z.'s Smokin' Guns BBQ, Mestizos and Aiko Pops will be there. [Thrillist]

BOULDER— There are a few tickets left for Prune chef Gabrielle Hamilton's guest chef dinner at Frasca Food and Wine on May 23rd. The four-course dinner includes wine pairings and a copy of Hamilton's best seller Blood, Bones & Butter: The Inadvertent Education of a Reluctant Chef. Tickets are available through Frasca Food & Wine. [Eaterwire]